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December 31, 2010
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Took a couple of pics and thought I'd post one.
These were just cast this morning, 3 hours ago.
If anyone was wondering what bullets cast with a hot pot look like, this is it.
The alloy is 8/3, lead/WW. I expect it to harden to BHN 7-7.5, still very soft.
These 168 Keith's were cast with the alloy fully preheated to 925 degrees. The mould was preheated to 365, however I kept it between 380 and 395 for the best results.
The sharp grooves in this design require some rapping on the mould to help open it, and a few extra taps to get them to drop. But they hold lube well and shoot great so it's worth it.
Dan Wesson 15-2
Taurus 66SS6
Taurus M85BUL
Ruger 22/45
http://357shooter.blogspot.com/
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May 2, 2009
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Nice looking slugs-- looks like you have the right temp, they are nice and shiny...
SHOOT
December 31, 2010
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SHOOTIST357 said:
Nice looking slugs-- looks like you have the right temp, they are nice and shiny...
SHOOT
Thanks! Going to try some in the DW tomorrow with H110.
Dan Wesson 15-2
Taurus 66SS6
Taurus M85BUL
Ruger 22/45
http://357shooter.blogspot.com/
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January 24, 2009
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I haven't ventured into the "roll your own" bullets yet, as I have just recently gotten into reloading. Plenty of trial & error so far, too.
But I must say that those sure look nice.
December 31, 2010
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Charger Fan said:
I haven't ventured into the "roll your own" bullets yet, as I have just recently gotten into reloading. Plenty of trial & error so far, too.
Thanks. Reloading takes time to get comfortable with. Just when you think it's all going well that whole trial & error thing kicks in. Part of the fun and challenge.
Dan Wesson 15-2
Taurus 66SS6
Taurus M85BUL
Ruger 22/45
http://357shooter.blogspot.com/
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May 2, 2009
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I'm about to start casting again--I need to develop some nice "cat sneeze" loads in 38 for the kids to plink away with.
I'll turn them loose on the progressive and we'll be all set.
SHOOT
December 31, 2010
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SHOOTIST357 said:
I'm about to start casting again--I need to develop some nice "cat sneeze" loads in 38 for the kids to plink away with.
I'll turn them loose on the progressive and we'll be all set.
SHOOT
It's sure is a fun hobby, kinda like riding a bike too. Fire up the pot and you'll be right at home.
Dan Wesson 15-2
Taurus 66SS6
Taurus M85BUL
Ruger 22/45
http://357shooter.blogspot.com/
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