I am attaching pictures of a Lyman mold stamped 42498. I cannot find this mold in the Lyman cast book. I vaguely remember using it many years ago when I shot a lot of 44-40. The bullet I show next to it was poorly cast so it is useless try an get a measurement. Anyone else have this number mold?
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It is indeed for the 44-40 or 44WCF. It's a 205 or 210 grain Round Flat nose style, and was very popular back in the day.
https://castboolits.gunloads.com/arc.../t-305385.html
Thanks Shooter. I had several 1892 in 44-40 caliber Winchester rifles in the ,60s & 70s. The bullet pictured was probably cast over 40 years ago.
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The question is answered, but for future reference:
http://ps-2.kev009.com/ohland/Cast_B...criptions.html
Scroll on down to 42498.
I have the 42499 HP
Jack, those bullets are beautifully cast and I see they are hollow point. They feed much better thru the lever action that the Keith design, at least for me.
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THANKS!!!Originally Posted by GOPHER SLAYER
I have used the Hornady 240gr SWC HP with no problems in my Marlin 1894CB, never tried them in my Winchester 1873.
https://gritrsports.com/hornady-44-c...-bullets-11118
Just cast up some more 43-214A's for the Winchester Saturday
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