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Not that I know anything, or have any experience, but I do have common sense. Logic tells ME, that shooting coated lead would be easier on an old barrel than shooting FMJ bullets. However, I'm not concerned about shooting copper jacketed bullets in either one of my Swedish Mausers dated 1902 and 1917? That's what they were shooting originally. In your case, that gun probably was shooting cast in most of it's early life?Will I get more life out of the barrel of a '92 Winchester by reloading/shooting coated bullets? I thought less friction my be easer on the 120 year old barrel. Thoughts?
Thank you.
yes, less friction will be easier on an old barrel. Another option for you are bullets with drive bands which are designed to reduce friction yielding better velocity. I run these in my old shot out 30-30 and they group tighter than factory ammo.Will I get more life out of the barrel of a '92 Winchester by reloading/shooting coated bullets? I thought less friction my be easer on the 120 year old barrel. Thoughts?
Thank you.
It won't hurt it a bit. I've been using my own powder coated in my old revolvers and carbines for years and I haven't noticed any wear. The cleaning is easier as well. No build up of gilding metals either.Thank you guys for all the replies! I think I'm gonna buy 500 coated bullets and see how they shoot in my old .38 40 Winchester carbine.