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cast bullets
A cast bullet is made by allowing molten metal to solidify in a mold. Most cast bullets are made of lead alloyed with tin and antimony; but zinc alloys have been used when lead is scarce, and may be used again in response to concerns about lead toxicity. Most commercial bullet manufacturers use swaging in preference to casting, but bullet casting remains popular with handloaders.
Up for sale are 200 bullets in 44 caliber and 200 Large Pistol Primers. The bullets are 215 gr SWC hard cast and made by Western Nevada Bullet. The primers are from Winchester. These are for 44 magnum or 44 special and are for sale only. You can buy 100 bullets and 100 primers for $30 or buy...
I have a question about powder coating cast bullets in styles that require a gas check.
I was planning on using a sizing die to seat the gas check (specifically I'm doing a 158gr SWC for 357 mag). However, the sizing die specifically states that you have to use lube or it will lead the die. I...
Selling a bunch of reloading gear, all in good shape. Includes:
-Lee Hand Press
-Lee .45-70 three die set
-Lee .45-70 Factory Crimp Die
-Lee Ram Prime w/all accessories
-Lee chamfer tool, 45-70 shell holder, 30-06 case length gauge and shell holder (holder works for 8mm also), and .44 mag...
What with all the reloading shortages and cost pressures, I felt compelled to cast some bullets, using my adequate supply of molds, etc. All I lacked was some lead. I have plenty of hard metal, approx 20 Brinnell, but lacked some soft lead to alloy it with. I needed bullets approx in the 13...