What is this mould that I have?

[Gazz]

It came with a bunch of moulds that I bought at auction . It is a Hoch Mould, C737 451660. So I am guessing it casts a .451 diameter slug that is 1 7/16" long and does not have any lube grooves - straight sides all the way until the ogive starts. The diameter might be right for a .45 Colt but it is way to long for a revolver. It is also a nose pour mould. If I were to guess, I might say for paper patched shooting but I don't know. Anybody know what I have here? Thanks for your comments!

[rwadley]

I think you are correct.

[Mk42gunner]

My guess is that it is meant for either a Whitworth or Volunteer muzzle loading rifle. Any chance of a picture?

Robert

[Gazz]

Here are some pictures. The mould looks to be unused.

[rwadley]

Looks like a paper patch mould to me