I cast a bunch of these bullets today. The molds are old Ideal molds probably from the 1950s as is the Lyman Model 61 casting pot. The bullet on the left is a #429421 (.44 Magnum or Special) and the one on the right is a #454190 (original 1870s design for the .45 Colt.)
I need to get busy here also. They sure are purty pa!
Charlie
Makes me want to get out there - but dang it's cold in midAmerica...
That's how they're supposed to look, well done! What's your alloy?
I just use scrap lead. These are wheel weights with some high tin solder added.
I use both of the bullets you show & they are great. Enjoy them.
Frank
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Yep,Originally Posted by pastorcurtis
Been loading what I have. Casting in April, maybe a bit earlier if winter breaks.
Shiloh
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I gotta smelt some lead. I got plenty but still in the wheel weight form
Nice, I used to shoot a ton of the 454190's you cast back in the late 80's sized to 452 for a 1911 & bowling pins. Used the 429421 bullet for the same thing in a model 29 for the revolver class.
You cast some great looking bullets that bring back some good memories.
DON'T SHOOT THEM!
Make ear rings for the wife, those are jewels!
Nice looking bullets! Good for you.
In all, the .41 Magnum would be one of my top choices for an all-around handgun if I were allowed to have only one. - Bart Skelton
Funny you mention that wife just me make here a plaid of earrings out if Lyman 429374 mold. I was kinda bummed to give up the nickel brass but she was quite happy with the end result!!DON'T SHOOT THEM!
Make ear rings for the wife, those are jewels!
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