Canuck Bob
03-28-2010, 06:38 AM
I've been studying and have started to think PP is my best boolit direction when my 303B comes in. I have no idea yet to dimensions and twist rate but in looking at boolits broadly I've started thinking as follows. Please advise me of any fallacies in my assumptions.
1. PP is not as fussy regarding alloy and softer is ok when compared to lubed boolits.
2. With a PP 303B molds for standard 30 caliber rifles would be acceptable to buy improving my access to available options and cheap used molds.
3. Gas checks are not required.
4. Messy lubing is not required, this one mystifies me.
5. Some threads suggest casting 30 cal boolits is trickier than the large calibers.
6. Generally shooters seem to prefer boolits in the heavier ranges in these ex military cartridges in the 308, 30-40, 303B capacity range.
7. One thing I'm not sure of is the velocity range available to PPed boolits? I will be in the position to load a 303B in a very strong modern action that does not stretch the cases, can I use that ability with PP boolits.
It seems self evident that PPing is ideal for a single shot like my Ruger falling block action.
I realize that my post is full of many themes but as I'm early in the learning stage and have no particulars on the rifle I'm only hoping to have my assumptions challenged so I don't head down too many rabbit trails with no rabbits at the end. Your valued advice on specific tools, components, and techniques will be sought later.
1. PP is not as fussy regarding alloy and softer is ok when compared to lubed boolits.
2. With a PP 303B molds for standard 30 caliber rifles would be acceptable to buy improving my access to available options and cheap used molds.
3. Gas checks are not required.
4. Messy lubing is not required, this one mystifies me.
5. Some threads suggest casting 30 cal boolits is trickier than the large calibers.
6. Generally shooters seem to prefer boolits in the heavier ranges in these ex military cartridges in the 308, 30-40, 303B capacity range.
7. One thing I'm not sure of is the velocity range available to PPed boolits? I will be in the position to load a 303B in a very strong modern action that does not stretch the cases, can I use that ability with PP boolits.
It seems self evident that PPing is ideal for a single shot like my Ruger falling block action.
I realize that my post is full of many themes but as I'm early in the learning stage and have no particulars on the rifle I'm only hoping to have my assumptions challenged so I don't head down too many rabbit trails with no rabbits at the end. Your valued advice on specific tools, components, and techniques will be sought later.