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  1. 05-23-2024, 10:08 AM #21
    charlie b
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    The small ovens are definitely a compromise.

    Was it set on Broil or Toast instead of Bake? Usually (not always) the Bake setting fires up only the bottom element. Broil the top element and Toast does both. Using the top element means the radiant heat is an issue and can raise temps of the bullets a LOT.

    I've also had a problem with my small convection oven with the placement of the pan. If I don't push it in far enough for circulation around the front of the pan I get very inconsistent temps.
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  2. 05-23-2024, 10:21 AM #22
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    Quote Originally Posted by Super Sneaky Steve View Post
    That oven wasn't 350. I cook .22 cal boolits all the time at 400. Lead will not melt at those temps.

    Most small ovens are all the way on or all the way off. Make sure you pre-heat and your cycles don't go too long.
    Agreed.. even pure tin won't melt at that stated temp.... many ovens go for average temperature..and can get very hot while warming...
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BP Bronze Point IMR Improved Military Rifle PTD Pointed
BR Bench Rest M Magnum RN Round Nose
BT Boat Tail PL Power-Lokt SP Soft Point
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HP Hollow Point PSPCL Pointed Soft Point "Core Lokt" C.O.L. Cartridge Overall Length
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