Crosshair
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Simple question, I am entertaining the thought of using factory cast lead bullets instead of the cheap surplus 30 carbine bullets that I am using now for my plinking .308 loads. My Lee reloading manual has great data for lead loads, but I have no idea what the brinell hardness rating is for different factory cast bullets. I use Laser Cast bullets for my .357, 45 Auto, and 45 Colt (Ruger Only loads) reloading and I like them. Does anyone know the hardness of factory lead bullets. Brands that I know of include: Laser Cast, Meister (I think this one is BN 14-16?), and Beartooth. How well do such bullets perform in rifle loads? Are they a good idea, or should I stock up on surplus bullets? Are there any other brands that make good 30 caliber bullets that I missed?
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