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Evaporust is basically tannic acid, as I understand it. It's very safe, but kind of spendy, I have no idea if it can be reused?
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I've used Milkstone remover (Phosphoric Acid), it's cheap and...

First, it doesn't matter.
Second, if Redding says 3% lighter, then I'd go with that, which is about 257gr. Does it matter? Nope.

Do you know exactly what you want? I ask, because you mention you are new to this.
If not, start a conversation with us, mentioning caliber and gun and your goals/application.
I suggest starting a...

it seems like just a decade ago, I was buying 1K alum 30 cal GCs off ebay for $12. His name is wind power, I think he is a member here too.

It could be thick PC, as you surmised.
but it also could be an abrupt throat in each of the troublesome guns. It is common for most manufacturers to put abrupt throats in 9mm semi-auto guns, works...

I don't have any experience with the two calibers you mention, so I can't tell you much there. BUT, custom molds...as in you are specifying exactly what you want, I do know a little about that, but...

My mold dropped 'em a wee bit shy (.355)

I am sure you've investigated all the variables before you blame the mold design. Of course, since you mentioned nothing else, maybe I'm wrong.

While I did read this whole thread, I gotta wonder what kinda wood burner your using without air control. If you have enough draft and the stove doesn't have air control, then ya gotta put a damper...

Fake news, LOL.

If you live in China, it might not be wise to ship a BP revolver to NY state.
You didn't mention where your homebase is, so it'll be tough to give a answer that isn't fake news.

I wonder if we'll still be arguing about these types of things after Biden's Administration (2nd term) goes ahead with the Digital Dollar program?
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I agree with you
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...and welcome to the forum
I enjoyed reading your 32 posts, all short and concise one line posts.
Are you new to casting?
Have a good Day.

Ohio Rusty, Yes, I do agree, especially with new members, but it isn't about the fees.
...as huntersdog points out, many of us old timers "are not in business" and are just selling accumulated...

Obviously, there is no way to know what you have by your description alone as there is more than one low temp casting alloy.
I would investigate melt temp and freeze temp and if there is a slushy...

GOPHERLAKE, I sent you a PM

Let's back up the bus a little bit.
from your other comments, I am assuming you have never 'any' cast a boolit yet.
Have you bought a mold yet?
Are you looking at one or more molds, and need help...

what level of accuracy are you looking for?

One reason to use GCs is accuracy. Typically, pistol shooters are not looking for the same accuracy as rifle shooters. A GC makes a perfect base,...

i can't tell ya what your 17 alloy is, but i can tell ya i surely wouldn't use that hard alloy with "black powder equivalent 45-70" i would just set that alloy aside for future use when you need a...

I don't know, that sounds too easy ;)

Tacos Al Pastor

what is the groove diameter of your barrel?

They should be about .510
They should go in with some difficulty, because you need to cut grooves in the Lead, which should be pure lead and not a centerfire bullet alloy.

I don't eat or drink while reloading or casting. But I'm not gonna tell someone else what to do or what not to do. I like having a reason to take a coffee break, wash the hands, and have a snack.

I'd buy new.
a Ruger made Marlin is top of my list.
Then comes a Henry.
That's my 2¢

Does Bullshop have a current website?