.45 acp super soft bhn experiment
Hi all…
I tried to search this, and found some snippets and info, but just figured I’d flat out ask.
I would like to cast , load and shoot the softest .45 acp boolit possible, without leading barrel, nor deformation, while chambering. I have been running about 7.5 bhn, with great results.
I’m using a “hollowpoint molds” custom Lee 230 gr HP TC . I expect to stay in normal FPS of around 830 .
I can powder coat and add PB GC. I know these steps allow for somewhat softer boolits.
Can anyone save me some trial and error, and share any bhn data?
Soft or pure lead = Slump & Skid. Plus feeding issues.
I test many things, I read on here. Doing your own testing is the only way to know what works.
Soft lead caused bullet nose to hang up on feed ramp. BHN unknown. Never tested BHN, except thumb nail test.
Colt Series 70 GC 45acp that runs 100% till I fed it soft. Lyman 200 gr BB bullets.
Pure may produce, as cast bullet, smaller in diameter then needed. No antimony = smaller diameters.