I have just recently become interested in powder coating lead bullets for use in my Ruger GP100 .357. I have the necessary supplies and equipment for the simple shake-n-bake method. I don’t cast so will be using purchased bullets. Currently, I have a box of the Hornady LRN .358 bullets (#10508) with the knurled bearing surface holding a wax lube. I know I can fire these as is, but I want to try powder coating them. I have not yet fired this bullet in my revolver. I do have a couple of questions that I have not been able to answer on the internet.
Will the lube affect the powder coat? If so can it be removed (and how) before coating?
If I can coat these bullets, will the paint affect the diameter of the bullet enough to make a difference? Should the bullet be resized after powder coating?
Will the lube affect the powder coat? If so can it be removed (and how) before coating?
If I can coat these bullets, will the paint affect the diameter of the bullet enough to make a difference? Should the bullet be resized after powder coating?