Molds and loads

[AJC1]

Ooohhh you shouldn’t have done that, casting is another big time and resource consuming addiction.

He is pushing a buddy to buy a 10mm, turnabout is definitely fair play....

 

[Mark_Mark]

He is pushing a buddy to buy a 10mm, turnabout is definitely fair play....

So AJC1 you have a 10??? I can share some brass and cool frangible bullets!!!

 

[AJC1]

So AJC1 you have a 10??? I can share some brass and cool frangible bullets!!!

Nope and I just traded a glock 17 for a 94 lever 30 30. I'm going back in time not forward.

 

[kcofohio]

Just Bought my 1st mold!!! xcited!

And it begins!

 

[AJC1]

And it begins!

Are you ready for the tidalwave of questions.

 

[kcofohio]

Just Bought my 1st mold!!! xcited!

I have been casting just shy of 2 years. Just got my 1st 2 in yesterday for gas checked bullets. A 30 & 35 cal. That makes 6 or 7 molds now.

 

[dannyd]

If you are looking for moulds check out

http://arsenalmolds.com/index.php?route=common/home

Great moulds and fast service.

 

[dannyd]

I have been casting just shy of 2 years. Just got my 1st 2 in yesterday for gas checked bullets. A 30 & 35 cal. That makes 6 or 7 molds now.

Don't worry you will have more before you know it. Started with one Lee 2c in 1988 now have three 50 cal cans full of them.

 

[Mark_Mark]

Nope and I just traded a glock 17 for a 94 lever 30 30. I'm going back in time not forward.

I had a a 1976 94 that I bought in a hood latin Pawn shop for $220 out the door, Perfect condition. So sad that I traded it for a Browing Xbolt 7mm

 

[Mark_Mark]

Are you ready for the tidalwave of questions.

Quick Question! lol

 

[brewer12345]

well… guess I’m buying that.. since all Mags are COMPLETELY unavailable in WA

I like the 200 grain SWC bullet best, but the 230 TC feeds in everything.

 

[Mark_Mark]

I like the 200 grain SWC bullet best, but the 230 TC feeds in everything.

alright! now how do you melt lead

 

[Targa]

To start I would get the Lyman cast bullet 4th edition.

 

[kcofohio]

alright! now how do you melt lead

https://www.midwayusa.com/bullet-casting-furnaces/br?cid=8660
Here's a few choices.

 

[kcofohio]

I have only used Lee molds so I can’t compare to any other brands. That said, I get extremely consistent weights and great bullets with mine. I’m using the 158 swc tl for 357, the 148 dewc tl in 38 spl, a 124 2r rn tl in 9mm, and a 124 tc tl in 9mm. The 38 & 357 I tumble lube and the 9’s get powder coated. None have come out at the listed weight yet with different formulations of lead, but are close enough that unless shooting max loads I don’t worry about it. Lee molds are a great way to get into casting cheaply and decide if it is for you. If it is you may decide to try higher quality molds($$$) or just get more Lee molds. I had 17 Lee molds until prices got stupid and sold a bunch I rarely use after casting up a supply of those bullets. What I have left I won’t get rid of and my most used mold I have 2 of.

There is a digital book “ from ingot to bullet” or similar from the cast boolets site that I’m sure someone will link to that answers most any questions you could have about casting. One thing you will definitely learn is most often close is good enough with lead.

I didn't see any response to your post...
http://www.lasc.us/Fryxell_Book_Contents.htm
@Mark_Mark ,this link is a good read for any caster.

 

[kcofohio]

@Mark_Mark , if you think you might consider powder coating your bullets. Start watching at yard sales and Goodwill for convection ovens, with air circulation. And also pewter, for the tin content.

 

[Mark_Mark]

@Mark_Mark , if you think you might consider powder coating your bullets. Start watching at yard sales and Goodwill for convection ovens, with air circulation. And also pewter, for the tin content.

it’s know that I’m not a fan of coated bullets.

 

[brewer12345]

alright! now how do you melt lead

I use a bottom pour Lee pot.

 

[Mark_Mark]

To start I would get the Lyman cast bullet 4th edition.

thanks!

 

[Mark_Mark]

https://www.midwayusa.com/bullet-casting-furnaces/br?cid=8660
Here's a few choices.

$50! now we talking!

 

[kcofohio]

$50! now we talking!
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If you are planning small batches, it may be okay. But 10 lbs. isn't much lead, especially when you're dropping over 200 gr. a bullet. And if you have to alloy your lead, it makes it tedious to add small amounts of alloys. But if you are dabbling to see if casting is for you, it may be the ticket.

 

[Mark_Mark]

If you are planning small batches, it may be okay. But 10 lbs. isn't much lead, especially when you're dropping over 200 gr. a bullet. And if you have to alloy your lead, it makes it tedious to add small amounts of alloys. But if you are dabbling to see if casting is for you, it may be the ticket.

yeah, just messing around to see if I can make a boolot, I know who to ask when I get serious.

Call it, casting on the cheap!

that lee lead dipper is only $5!

 

[Mark_Mark]

How about the bullet sizing and greasing? Lee makes one for .45 ACP?

 

[kcofohio]

yeah, just messing around to see if I can make a boolot, I know who to ask when I get serious.

Call it, casting on the cheap!

that lee lead dipper is only $5!

lol
The Lee dipper does work. And I still use it time to time. But I bought the Lyman's, it works better on longer, heavier bullets.

 

[kcofohio]

How about the bullet sizing and greasing? Lee makes one for .45 ACP?

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1018523537?pid=982621
The drop down box shows .451" .452" and a .454" in stock.