I have them stored both ways. Usually if they aren't lubed and sized, it is because I haven't had time to do so.
I usually lube and size them before putting them in disposable food storage...
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Forum: Cast Boolits
I have them stored both ways. Usually if they aren't lubed and sized, it is because I haven't had time to do so.
I usually lube and size them before putting them in disposable food storage...
I highly recommend the RCBS 45-230-RN. I use lots of them in my 1911s. I also have the NOE H&G 34 clone, but I haven't had a chance to use it yet.
Here's a pile of the RCBS bullets for those who...
Forum: Cast Boolits
I used to clean my pistols after each shooting, but after not cleaning them a few times, and seeing that they still shot just fine, I only clean every 500 rounds or so. All I do is add lube to the...
I've used it a bit in 45 ACP. I worked up a couple loads with a 200gr SWC (Mihec's H&G 68 clone), and the results were satisfactory accuracy-wise. I did have lots of unburned powder, but that was to...
I recently did a boolit trade, and then purchased a mold from ChuckJaxFL.
Both times the transactions were handled promptly and professionally, and the communication was excellent.
Forum: Cast Boolits
I believe there are a few members here that can make you a custom insert for the sizing die on your Lyman 450. Instead of the flat-faced punch inside the die, the custom one matches the bevel on the...
Forum: Group Buy Archives
I'll take a 5 cavity (I'm already on the list, but the mold size isn't listed).
Forum: Group Buy Archives
I was thinking the same thing. Heck, I don't even own a gun chambered in 45 Colt and I'm buying this mold (so then I'll "have to" buy a gun since I have a mold...).
The only pistol brass I trim is 357 Magnum, and only when I use a particular bullet (Speer 180gr TMJ Silhouette bullet), because the bullet won't fit in my 686 when properly crimped.
All my rifle...
Another option would be to contact Erik at Hollow Point Bullet Mold Service: http://www.hollowpointmold.com/
Many members have used his services, with excellent results.
Forum: Boolit Lube !
Bullplate is the ticket. I have enough little bottles from the NOE group buy molds to last a lifetime.
On a related note, does anyone notice a difference between Bullplate, and the sprue plate...
I purchased a box of wheel weight ingots from Dave, and the whole process was painless. He responded to my PMs quickly, and he shipped out the wheel weights ASAP. A good guy, in my book.
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I received my mold today, and I too noticed that the hollowpoint pins seem larger that then hole in the mold. The mold wouldn't close completely flush with the pin installed (granted, I wasn't using...
Forum: Lead and Lead Alloys
So far, my ideal allow has been wheel weights, with just a little tin added. I only cast for handguns, and my fastest loads would be for a 357 magnum, around 1300fps. Wheel weights have served me...
Forum: Cast Boolits
I bought a pound of Herco back during the last component shortage, and while I haven't used it a lot, I did use it with the 358429, and I was surprised how accurate it was. But it meters somewhat...
I only have limited experience with IMR-4227. Never had a chance to do formal accuracy testing, just off hand stuff at 25 yards.
That said, I've used a 158gr LSWC (Saeco mold, can't remember the...
Forum: Cast Boolits
Thanks! I made that picture as the wallpaper on my computer. It looks pretty cool when it is really big.
I have the 6 cavity H&G 68 clone made by Miha. It is easy to cast with, and you'll have a big pile of bullets in no time.
I don't have any complaints about the mold. As long as I preheat it, and...
Forum: Group Buy Archives
I'm surprised more folks haven't joined in on this group buy. This bullet is a great one, very versatile in both 38 Special and 357 Magnum.
Come on folks, you know you want one (or two).
I'm...
Forum: Cast Boolits
The only load I have for the 358429 and Universal for 357 Magnum is from the August 2007 Handloader magazines (issue #248).
It list a 173gr bullet, with 7.0gr of Universal with a regular small...
Forum: Cast Boolits
Shot 50 rounds each through my new(ish) 1911, S&W 686 Pro Series 5", and S&W 41.
No cast boolits in this outing though, I need to load some up.
Forum: Cast Boolits
I broke out the casting gear today. I've been shooting lots of 230gr bullets in my 1911's lately, instead of 200gr SWC, which is normally my bullet of choice.
I cast about 300 boolits from my RCBS...
Forum: Cast Boolits
That makes two of us.
My peeve is when people say "heads" or "pill" instead of bullet (or "boolit", but that's different can of worms).
I think I need to increase my medication......
Forum: Group Buy Archives
I'll take one mold, solid, at .454"
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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" |
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