OK I now understand powder coating but, already setup with sizer/lubricator I think it's cheaper/expedient for me to just remain doing it the way I always have, thanks.
Steve
Type: Posts; User: S.B.
Forum: Cast Boolits
OK I now understand powder coating but, already setup with sizer/lubricator I think it's cheaper/expedient for me to just remain doing it the way I always have, thanks.
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
I've cast my own for decades but, have never used the powder coating, what's it for lubricant? Purpose of it?
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
I've had little problems removing the crimps from military rifle brass if the proper tool is available? Also, military brass has held up well for me I think a little thicker?
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
I own and have shot my John Ross S&W 500 but, I can't say it was uncomfortable to do so? Most hunter never feel the recoil while hunting.
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
Speaking from experience the H&G molds ar definitely heavier(more tiering) than any aluminum Lees.
Steve
I guess I'm old school still use 2400 but, if someone here can show me some tangible better results from the more modern powders I'll listen?
Steve
Forum: Black Powder Cartridge
I plan on shooting smokeless rounds in this rifle if possible. This is a post iron frame gun.
Steve
Forum: Gas Checks
If you're in the dark how and what about the other calibers you list? Same rules/suggestions for all of them.
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
Just what size pellet gun are you shooting these in? You're kidding right?
Steve
Forum: Case Forming / Re-forming
The first .455 Webley brass I bought was .45 Colt cut down but had to use a .45 Colt shell holder with it.
Steve
Forum: Case Forming / Re-forming
Reamer? I simply removed expander plug and sized with a 8mm die then trimmed brass to proper length ran them through 8mm die again with expander plug installed then annealed?
Steve
No thanks I've had my troubles with group buys lately?
Steve
Please post a link to this group buy in this discussion?
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
In the last several years I've managed to pickup "heavy for caliber" molds in the Group Buy section of this very forum(265 grain .41 caliber mold)?
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
One has to remember that if they change spring weights in a semi auto their also changing the dynamics of what designing engineers(people far more knowledgeable than I) determined what works best in...
Forum: Cast Boolits
15meter, unfortunately this would be virtually impossible with my loading bench and too time consuming for me but, thanks for the thought.
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
I'm very confused by this post. Are you saying these groups are out of a pistol?
Steve
Forum: Cast Boolits
I've acquired the NOE stuff and now trying to size my bullets but, have a few more questions for the more knowledgeable people here. Is there any way to catch the sized bullets other than the Lee...
You actually reload primers, how cost effective is that?
Steve
Doesn't sound like you're much of a handloader IMHO?
Steve
Is there or has there ever been any evidence of powder coated bullets doing damage or tainting meat in harvested animals? JR(OP) it's good to see evidence you're still dong your thing!
Curious? By...
Forum: Muzzleloading.
Yes, I worked as union laborer for 34 years. but, can't remember ever seeing a lead one you must be older than me i'm 73?
Steve
Forum: Muzzleloading.
Do you,if so enlighten us ignorant folks, please?
Steve
Forum: Reloading Equipment
My request for pictures was based on wanting to compare them to my 50 year old Rock Chucker.
Steve
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