bassetman1974
10-30-2013, 02:11 PM
Hi All,
Would just like to introduce myself. I handload for 30+ rifle and handgun calibers but I've always just shot jacketed or commercial cast. Being a big fan of the 38 Special and 357 Mag, I decided to start casting for several revolvers and one Marlin 1894. After reading several articles over the years by "The Duke" and John Taffin, I decided on the Lyman 358156 double cavity mold. I'm still adding equipment but would like some guidance.
So far I have acquired the following:
3rd edition Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook and the Lyman 49th edition manual
Lyman Big Dipper Furnace
Handles and Mold
Saeco Lubrisizer
50 lbs of Roto Metals 1:20 alloy
I still need to order a Saeco .358 die and 358429 top punch.
My first question is what type of lube would you recommend for a beginner, and do I need a heating plate?
Any other suggestions are welcome.
Would just like to introduce myself. I handload for 30+ rifle and handgun calibers but I've always just shot jacketed or commercial cast. Being a big fan of the 38 Special and 357 Mag, I decided to start casting for several revolvers and one Marlin 1894. After reading several articles over the years by "The Duke" and John Taffin, I decided on the Lyman 358156 double cavity mold. I'm still adding equipment but would like some guidance.
So far I have acquired the following:
3rd edition Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook and the Lyman 49th edition manual
Lyman Big Dipper Furnace
Handles and Mold
Saeco Lubrisizer
50 lbs of Roto Metals 1:20 alloy
I still need to order a Saeco .358 die and 358429 top punch.
My first question is what type of lube would you recommend for a beginner, and do I need a heating plate?
Any other suggestions are welcome.