jeepvet
03-06-2013, 02:05 AM
I am new to this forum but have been lurking in the shadows for a few weeks and learning from the experts. I have been casting for several calibers of handgun for a year or so now. Have had a few problems but the lead still comes out of the end of the barrel and makes holes in paper at 25 yards center mass. Maybe not real proud of the results but can live with them easily.
Due to the shortage of affordable ammo now I am looking at casting for some of my rifles. The one I want to start with is a Chinese SKS in 7.62X39. This rifle is very accurate shooting Wolf 122 gr HP. Since I have, and like Lee products, I am looking at the C312-155-2R mold. This mold should cast a 155 gr bullet(heavier than I want) at .312 dia. and will be used with a gas check. All is well and good.
Finally, my question. I have read that I should slug my barrel prior to casting and sizing so that I can size the bullet .001 or .002 larger to prevent leading. The problem is that my barrel slugged at .315. What do I do now?
Due to the shortage of affordable ammo now I am looking at casting for some of my rifles. The one I want to start with is a Chinese SKS in 7.62X39. This rifle is very accurate shooting Wolf 122 gr HP. Since I have, and like Lee products, I am looking at the C312-155-2R mold. This mold should cast a 155 gr bullet(heavier than I want) at .312 dia. and will be used with a gas check. All is well and good.
Finally, my question. I have read that I should slug my barrel prior to casting and sizing so that I can size the bullet .001 or .002 larger to prevent leading. The problem is that my barrel slugged at .315. What do I do now?