MissouriBullet
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We're running the IDP #5 180 grain TCFP right now, so if that's the one you would like in a softer alloy, please say so and we'll convert over to it when we finish the run tomorrow.
Different Missouri Bullet Hardness (18/15/12/10 BHN)
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Sin City Shootist
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Yeah Brad that's the one I shoot, but I've got like 1500 rounds I just bought a month or so ago. I could grab about 500 to test though.
Sin City Shootist
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I've got 1400+ of the standard #5. What are you suggesting for hardness Brad? I've tried different powders and pressures. The best so far was 4.0 gr WSF OAL 1.150(for reliable feeding) and 875 fps. I've got 6 loaded up 3.4 of WST. I'm going to see how that works out, should have a bit more pressure and slower.
MissouriBullet
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I'll whomp up 500 in 12 BHN when we finish out the run of that bullet. It should work well at that velocity.
Sin City Shootist
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Thanks Brad. PM sent.
Let us know how the IDP #5 in 12 BHN works. What pistol? I used HP-38 and had leading at the chamber end (XDM), changed to Unique and it pretty much went away. I just T/C enough to remove the flare and NO more. I got !k left so I'll wait for your response before I order more.
Sin City Shootist
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FNP-40, so far I've used Clay's(not too bad for leading), Unique, Universal, SR4756, and a few others.
No problem, I'll give you all an update when I get a few tested.
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ljnowell
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That, SinCityShooter, is what keeps us coming back to Missouri Bullets!
Sin City Shootist
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I'm definitely not a first time user of MB. I've got 4500+ of his bullets sitting in my reloading room.
sellersm
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+1 Hear hear!
MissouriBullet
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No, they're SUPPOSED to be sitting in the berm!
ljnowell
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Then I guess we must be in agreement!
Sin City Shootist
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I'm trying, lol.
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Early on, 70s-80s, I was under the impression that the nose of 'hard' SWC, shooting paper, would deform less on its two cushion bank shot into the chamber.
Not that I could tell any difference, but less deformation tends to lead to more accuracy potential.
Later, 80s-90s, I was under the impression that 'hard' lead SWC shooting steel, would be more likely to splatter side-to-side rather than bounce back.
I won't shoot steel at seven yards, but fast stepping jacketed bullets have been know to bounce back and 'tag' the shooter at 20 yards.
So, if thats for true, which is preferable?
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salty
Not that I could tell any difference, but less deformation tends to lead to more accuracy potential.
Later, 80s-90s, I was under the impression that 'hard' lead SWC shooting steel, would be more likely to splatter side-to-side rather than bounce back.
I won't shoot steel at seven yards, but fast stepping jacketed bullets have been know to bounce back and 'tag' the shooter at 20 yards.
So, if thats for true, which is preferable?
Thanks,
salty
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In my younger days of "foolish" shooting, I was "pegged" by a jacketed bullet that bounced back off a steel plate. Felt like someone slugged my rib cage with a baseball bat! It was about 15-20 yards. I tell you, I learned a valuable lesson that day - only shoot with friends who won't freak out ... geeeze ...saltydog452 said:
Maybe Brad could verify this but I do believe even his harder BHN 18 bullet will splatter when they hit a solid plate.salty said:
Maybe Brad can add Missouri "No bounce and tag you in the ribs" Safety Bullet.
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I found this video of bullets splattering on Youtube - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfDoQwIAaXg&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL
Check out 6:30 mark for lead bullet splatters.
Check out 6:30 mark for lead bullet splatters.
After watching the video, definitely lead bullets!salty said:
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RhinoDefense
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Lead alloy bullets will splatter against steel a lot easier and better than jacketed or plated.
I recommend shooters use lead bullets when shooting steel.
I recommend shooters use lead bullets when shooting steel.
idahoglock36
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Man that was a huge custom order. Hope the thr discount still applies.
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Actually, Brad offers even higher percentage discount as the bullet count increases over 10,000-15,000+.idahoglock36 said:
I am sure Powder Valley gets significantly higher discount on their million+ bullet orders which allows them to sell cheaper than Missouri Bullet website (and that's even less than with THR discount).
If you are ordering in large volume, most casters will work with you on price.
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