I’m looking for a mold that to use for my 30 Reese Contender barrel. Something close to .309 135 Grain RNFP GC.
I see Missouri Bullet Company sells cast bullets like im looking for but I like to cast my own.
The closest I’ve found thus far is the LEE C309-150F but that is a tad heavier than I want.
Any thoughts or recommendations?
Better off giving a throat, bore + groove diameters and rate of twist.
Expected velocity?
Just target or hunting?
I suppose 16-1700 fps with 4198 then you will need gas check or paper patched.
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Some of the noe mold would fit the pattern you want
I've got one from Accurate that's about a hundred thirty grains . Flat nose and plain base with two small grease grooves . I think the number is 120-E but I really don't remember for certain . It was designed by BA Bore for the Badger cartridge and works very well there .
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I've had pretty good results with a 311241 or a 311291 but they are both in the 150 grain range.
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Lee makes a 120 gr GC round nose that may work for you. C309120R
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Yeah, 135gr is a little nonstandard I believe. You shouldn't have a problem finding a 120gr, but the next "normal" step up is probably going to be a 150gr bullet. There are obviously exceptions if you're willing to go to more of a spire point. Such as the 145gr 'Elvis' bullet over at Arsenal Molds. Or if you want a flat point Accurate has the 30-140-L, 30-140-S, 31-130L, 31-135B and a few others.
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Awesome, this one may just do the trick. Thank you.Originally Posted by Recycled bullet
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Mihec has the 311410 at 130 gr. solid
https://www.mp-molds.com/product/mp-...-multi-choice/
and a 140 gr. sledgehammer
https://www.mp-molds.com/product/314...4-cavity-mold/
https://www.mp-molds.com/product/311...o-lube-groove/
Then there is Accurate Molds
https://www.accuratemolds.com/catalo...catalog-anchor
Lots of choices in 125 to 140 gr. there.
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Last edited by skeettx; 01-20-2024 at 02:32 AM.
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I second the 311-465, but it will be closer to 120 grains than 135. The Accurate 31-133b or 31-133c will likely strike your fancy.
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