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  1. 03-29-2013, 10:49 PM #1
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    First casting from newbie

    Hello
    I got all the materials together tonight and casted a few 45-70 bullets. Got a lot to learn guys but all in all Im pleased that I finally got around to trying it. The mold was a Lee 405gr hollow base and lead was range lead from a member on here. They dropped at 459 just like I wanted, and they are a little heavy 407 to 413. I am going to throw most back in and try again tomorrow. I want to say Thanks to all who have helped, and for the great forum we have here to learn from. Any ideas from the picture it help a newbie out?



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  2. 03-29-2013, 10:50 PM #2
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    Need the mould hotter.
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  3. 03-29-2013, 11:06 PM #3
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    Rounded bands and wrinkling are caused by a mould that hasn't reached its optimum casting temperature. Wrinkles are caused by a mould that hasn't been cleaned properly or enough.

    Clean the mould and pre-heat it, using a hot plate. A hot plate and mold oven is even better.

    Toss them back in the pot and go at it again.
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  4. 03-29-2013, 11:21 PM #4
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    This is how you learn. Cast some more, lube em, load em, go shoot em. Nothing quite so fun as shooting the first bullets you cast yourself.
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    2nd attempt

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    Well finally got everything working good for the 2nd attempt, the hollow base bullet was a little harder to keep everything hot enough. The 500gr bullet was a lot easier to work with. Got plenty enough casted for the new gun. Now I have to find the best way to lube them. Thanks for the help
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  6. 04-05-2013, 06:15 PM #6
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    Wow! Major improvement. You're learning well!

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    Quote Originally Posted by David2011 View Post
    Wow! Major improvement. You're learning well!

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    great job, you will never regret making your own.
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    Tks for showing this ncmn; I’m getting close to my first casting too. This has me even more excited!
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  10. 04-05-2013, 09:03 PM #10
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    ncmn,

    There you go!
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  11. 04-05-2013, 09:10 PM #11
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    Looks like you have been at it for years.
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  12. 04-06-2013, 06:36 AM #12
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    There is no turning back now!
    Great job.
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  13. 04-06-2013, 06:50 AM #13
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    Nice looking boolits.
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  14. 04-06-2013, 06:55 AM #14
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    What gun is the 45-70?
    And what load are you going to use?
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  15. 04-07-2013, 12:57 AM #15
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    2nd attempt looks great. Now get them sized/lubed and loaded for some fun
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  17. 04-07-2013, 03:23 PM #17
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    I hope I do as well my second time around.
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