while I am a fan of WC for it's original purpose, it just doesn't seem like a logical fit for a Magnum lebergun.
Type: Posts; User: JonB_in_Glencoe
Forum: Cast Boolits
while I am a fan of WC for it's original purpose, it just doesn't seem like a logical fit for a Magnum lebergun.
Forum: Our Town
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...
Forum: Lead and Lead Alloys
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.
Forum: Lead and Lead Alloys
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...
Forum: Gas Checks
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.
Forum: Cast Boolits
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...
Forum: Cast Boolits
My mold dropped 'em a wee bit shy (.355)
Forum: Cast Boolits
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.
Forum: Our Town
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...
Forum: Our Town
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.
Forum: Our Town
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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Forum: Our Town
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.
Forum: Our Town
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...
Forum: Lead and Lead Alloys
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...
Forum: Gas Checks
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...
Forum: Gas Checks
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,...
Forum: Lead and Lead Alloys
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...
Forum: Muzzleloading.
what is the groove diameter of your barrel?
Forum: Muzzleloading.
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.
Forum: Cast Boolits
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.
Forum: Leverguns
I'd buy new.
a Ruger made Marlin is top of my list.
Then comes a Henry.
That's my 2¢
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