Dennis6474
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For using lead cast bullets and the load data for jhp. Same weight bullet just have the data for jhp and want to load lead using the same powder. I know it won't be simple, right?
For using lead cast bullets and the load data for jhp. Same weight bullet just have the data for jhp and want to load lead using the same powder. I know it won't be simple, right?
Using lead cast bullets and load data for a JHP, or any jacketed bullet, will result in a leaded barrel. The hardness of a cast bullet won't make any difference either.
This is a .357/.38 semi-wad cutter lead cast from wheel weights with some tin added. 140 grain Lee mold run through a sizing die and lubed with alox. I thought that Unique would be a good powder with CCI standard primers (not magnum primers).
I searched for a load that I could start with but could not find one for that 140 gr. bullet. I am sure that I can start low enough not to endanger me and I want to keep it below 1,000fps to cut down on the leading. Loading for .357 2 inch barrel and .357 6 inch barrel.
Using lead cast bullets and load data for a JHP, or any jacketed bullet, will result in a leaded barrel. The hardness of a cast bullet won't make any difference either.
"...I’d use lead 158 grain data..." 18 grains is waaaay too much difference. Especially as there is cast, 140 grain, data, for both .38 Special and .357, on Hodgdon's site. Hornady Cowboy bullets are factory cast.
Grey Lion said:...it burns hot and when you use it for naked cast rounds you tend to bring the butt of the cast round to the melting point in your barrel