38-55 bullets

[saddlesore]

Looking for a source of 38-55 bullets, .380-.381 sized with a smaller meplat (.18-.2"). Slugged the bore and it is .380.
I am not set up to do any casting.

This for an older (1906) Winchester Model 94 and bullets with wide meplat will not cycle thru the action

Any help appreciated

[ole_270]

Saddlesore, I would be happy to send you some, just don't remember if they're quite that large out of the mold. I'm headed out the door for an appointment, will check when I get back.

[Guesser]

Google "Rim Rock Bullets" in Montana, they cast and do custom sizing. Montana Bullet Works in Bonner does, also.

[ole_270]

Just checked, mine run .3795 with this alloy. I could powder coat some to send you, but don't have a sizing die that large. The help you've given my family on elk hunting needs repayed!

[cainttype]

You can often get WFNs to feed thru the ‘94 action by experimenting with seating depth. A LEE factory crimp die can occasionally be handy for crimping outside the standard groove.
I find lengthening the OAL to usually expose a sweet spot.
A WFN bullet that locks up solid can suddenly feed like butter by changing the depth... sometimes.

[saddlesore]

Just checked, mine run .3795 with this alloy. I could powder coat some to send you, but don't have a sizing die that large. The help you've given my family on elk hunting needs repayed!

Hey thanks.Might have the problem solved. Hunter Supply has some 260 gr at .381. I am waiting a reply on their bullet design. It looks the same as some .376 I already have of theirs that cycles fine. From what others tell me that .381 should fit in my chamber if I am using Starline brass ,which I am. Appreciate the offer.

[saddlesore]

Wanted to say I really appreciate all the help everyone is giving me on this and thank you all so much. I have always wanted a 38-55 ,but didn't know I would get into so much.