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    Forum: Cast Boolits

    What was your first mould

    :coffeecom My first mould was a Lyman #311291 bought in 1960. I still have the
    mould and use it quite a bit. I wouldn't begin to know how many boolits it's cast.
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    New/Unused 03A3 ?

    :coffee: I don't know if they were new/unused, but in 1957 I paid $27.50 for a 1903-A3
    which was classified as "serviceable". The rifle I got was a Remington and it came
    from Raritan Arsenal in...
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    J/bullet recommendations

    :coffeecom What you have are armor-piercing bullets, and yes, they will shoot OK at
    nominal velocities. However, make sure of your backstop for these rounds as they can penetrate hard metal.
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    New screwdriver set

    :coffeecom Get the large magna-tip set from Brownells, you won't be dissapointed.
    I've used them for years with no difficulty.
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    Questions about old Lyman 45??

    :coffeecom I currently use a Lyman 45 that I bought in 1962. I can't imagine how many boolits it has sized and/ or seated gas checks on. I've never gotten anything different because I didn't need...
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    Are there any GOOD Magazines on Casting Bullets and Reloading in General ?

    :coffeecom Sadly, the answer is NO ! That said, I have kept my Handloader and Rifle subscriptions from issue 1 to date. At one time I subscribed to 5 gun magazines, and have watched them all...
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    How much do you enjoy your hobby ?

    :coffeecom I enjoy the experimentation as much as shooting itself. I feel that the work should be enjoyed as much as the results and accompanying satisfaction. That's what makes the hobby...
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    stupid question

    :coffee: You will be light years better off by obtaining a proper .44 Special die set. RCBS would be my choice. Use the .44 Special dies, as the time may come when you might like the cartridge. ...
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    Poll: Favorite Shotshell Reloading Press

    :coffee:I started out with a new MEC 250 in 1959, eventually graduating to a VersaMEC
    700. I'm on my second one of those and find it ideal for my use. I don't load a lot of
    clay pigeon loads but...
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    New (to me) .44 Spl.

    :coffeecom Congratulations on your find ! That said, you may be unaware that Smith
    & Wesson had some trouble with the steel used in the cylinders of SOME of the Lew Horton 3" 624's. There should...
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    Pistol primers in '06

    :coffeecom For what its worth, I routinely use large pistol primers in .30/06 for reduced loads i.e. plinking with light cast bullet of 115 grs. with gas check. 10 gr. of Unique, 12 grs. #2400 serve...
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    Forum: Boolit Lube !

    Sticky: White Label Lubes

    :coffeecom I have used your bullet lube and particularly like BAC & Carnuba Red. I'll
    be ordering more in the future. You folks are a family in the truest sense. I truly wish
    all the best for...
  13. Wore out another Lee primer pocket cleaner

    :coffeecom I've had a dental tool which had been broken off, and I reground the
    broken edge to an angled screwdriver shape for over 40 years. The reshaped point
    cleans the primer residue from the...
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    where to send gun for rebluing

    :coffeecom I have blued several whole guns with Brownell's Oxpho-Blue. If you are careful, and follow the instructions, a satisfactory, long lasting finish can be obtained.
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    Poll: which is your dominanteye/hand ?

    :coffeecom I am left handed and am left eye dominant. That said, I shoot handguns with my right hand, and long guns off my left shoulder.
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    wasp-waist sonic missle-tail

    :coffeecom I believe those projectiles were sold by Herters in the early to middle 60's.
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    failure to fire in a '94

    :coffeecom You might check the sides of the hammer for undue wear or a bright spot, which would indicate rubbing between frame and hammer. I know of this condition causing misfires by slowing the...
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    624

    :coffeecom I have a Model 24-3 3" barreled gun and find it very nice to shoot as well as enjoy a great .44 Special. They are very nice guns, a bit pricey, but pleasurable to own.
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    Need Reloading Press Recommendations

    :coffeecom I have used RCBS presses for over 50 years with complete satisfaction. They stand behind their products with a lifetime warranty. I sent my first Rock Chucker back to get them to put a...
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    .45 colt 250 grain

    :coffeecom I have an old model 4-5/8" Blackhawk myself, and you can't very well go wrong with #454190 over top of 8.0 gr. Unique, or #454424 (if you can find one) using the same powder charge. Its...
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    New mould casting blues

    :coffee: Raise the heat to about 750 degrees and add 1% tin. I'll bet they come out fine then.
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    by R.C. Hatter
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    New

    :coffeecom: Welcome to you from the E. KY hill country...you'll find a wide variety of helpful folks here that can help you a lot. Be sure to subscribe to the "Handloader" magazine, get the latest...
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    Any Results with MiHec 9mm .366" Mould

    :coffeecom Has anyone had any experience shooting MiHec's 9x18mm .366" mould
    as yet ? Any results using a real Makarov (Russian, E. German, or Bulgarian) ?
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    Bore rust and prevention

    :coffeecom In my humble opinion, one of the best products for rust prevention is RIG
    universal gun grease. After thorough cleaning, apply a thin coat of RIG inside and out,
    twice annually, or after...
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    New to casting, Great Site

    :coffee: Welcome to you sir. I suggest you start with .38 Special first. You will find a bunch of very nice folks here who will give you advice. You need only to ask politely.
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Abbreviations used in Reloading

BP Bronze Point IMR Improved Military Rifle PTD Pointed
BR Bench Rest M Magnum RN Round Nose
BT Boat Tail PL Power-Lokt SP Soft Point
C Compressed Charge PR Primer SPCL Soft Point "Core-Lokt"
HP Hollow Point PSPCL Pointed Soft Point "Core Lokt" C.O.L. Cartridge Overall Length
PSP Pointed Soft Point Spz Spitzer Point SBT Spitzer Boat Tail
LRN Lead Round Nose LWC Lead Wad Cutter LSWC Lead Semi Wad Cutter
GC Gas Check