firemn260
Active Member
I just picked up a new super Blackhawk not to long ago and I’m getting excited to start working on loads for it. I also picked up a lee 240 gr LSWC mold to break into the casting world. I’m going to use water quenched wheel weights for now but I do plan on eventually getting some bullet specific alloys to try. They will be lubed with alox and resized if necessary.
I have a half can of A2400 but I’m not finding to much data for the lead load. I guess I will stick with the 240 jacketed bullets with that. I have a pound of lil gun for my 221 fireball to mess around with too.
I really want to try IMR4227 for the cast loads but I’m having trouble finding it.
My questionS to you guys involves gas checks. Are they necessary for medium velocity loads? And is using a harder alloy bullet the key to less barrel leading when pushing higher velocity?
Also from what I understand, lead bullets are better off sized to .430?
Like I said I’m new to casting bullets so any info or tips will be appreciated.
I have a half can of A2400 but I’m not finding to much data for the lead load. I guess I will stick with the 240 jacketed bullets with that. I have a pound of lil gun for my 221 fireball to mess around with too.
I really want to try IMR4227 for the cast loads but I’m having trouble finding it.
My questionS to you guys involves gas checks. Are they necessary for medium velocity loads? And is using a harder alloy bullet the key to less barrel leading when pushing higher velocity?
Also from what I understand, lead bullets are better off sized to .430?
Like I said I’m new to casting bullets so any info or tips will be appreciated.