Cast Boolit ForumLatest By SkinnerD 28 September 2022. Look for your answers in our Forum and in our bi-monthly publication the Fouling Shot. Welcome to the new Cast Bullet Association Forum. Boolits = as God laid it into the soil, Grand Old Galena, The Silver Stream graciously hand poured into molds for our consumption. 5" pattern at 100 yards using a lousy, fixed, 5x scope (to be replaced). As to the cast boolits, you have made an excellent choice for all the right reasons. Welcome to the new Cast Bullet Association Forum. I worked up equivalent charges to obtain the desired velocity ranges with modern powders, which provide a sound basis for loading cast bullets in any post-1898 military rifle from 7mm to 8mm: 1. Cast Boolits forum. The electrostatic gun method dusts the boolits with powder, after placing them on non-stick foil. Cast boolits in a 243? I am about to embark on a quest to find a good Big Bore load using cast boolits in my Weatherby CFP in 243 win. The Cast Bullet Association is an organization of shooters. ↳ Cast Boolit; ↳ Cast Bullet Scores; Swap Meet; ↳ Classifieds; A Place to Shoot; ↳ Region 1; ↳ Region 2; ↳ Region 3; ↳ Region 4; ↳ Region 5; ↳ Region 6; ↳ Region 7; ↳ Region 8; Matches; ↳ Match Schedule; ↳ Regional; World Championship; match reports; ↳ State; ↳ Arizona; ↳ California; ↳ Colorado; ↳ Florida. Welcome to the new Cast Bullet Association Forum. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. This was done using Harbor Freight poly coat paint and baked in a Toaster oven/Air fryer. As to the cast boolits, you have made an excellent choice for all the right reasons. We are the Facebook Group for the Cast Boolits forum. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Last post by LeadheadBulletsGrand. At 100 yards, the velocity is calculated to be ~1597 fps and 935 ft-lbs. Heavy cast loads for 30 Carbine. We welcome anyone and everyone who has a passion for casting and shooting boolits, and especially anyone who. If your bare bullets drop through your cylinders they are too small and will lead up your gun, smoke excessively and shoot all over the place. With Harbor Freight powder coat paint you either have to spray it on or coat the bullets twice. Two coats will make them look better but not shoot any better. We are the Facebook Group for the Cast Boolits forum. Discussion Starter · Jan 25, 2022. High speed produces greater recoil but doesn't kill any deader. We are an old forum sporting a brand new look. 25 inch groups from a Swedish 96 6. The lead from the powder-coating is attached to the foil, creates an opposite charge on the boolits, and the powder adheres to that substrate. ↳ Cast Boolit; ↳ Cast Bullet Scores; Swap Meet; ↳ Classifieds; A Place to Shoot; ↳ Region 1; ↳ Region 2; ↳ Region 3; ↳ Region 4; ↳ Region 5; ↳ Region 6; ↳ Region 7; ↳ Region 8; Matches; ↳ Match Schedule; ↳ Regional; World Championship; match reports; ↳ State; ↳ Arizona; ↳ California; ↳ Colorado; ↳ Florida. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. Last post by Richard Pickering. A lot of really good casters on a really good board. by nutcase » Sun Jan 03, 2021 8:54 pm. Cast Boolits. The electrostatic gun method dusts the boolits with powder, after placing them on non-stick foil. I agree with George on using the heavier bullets in a lever gun, 180 grn bullet with about 10 gr of Unique (new manufacture) will work well. Leadhead Bullets is no longer in business. Welcome to the new Cast Bullet Association Forum. In the Forum FAQ category you can find most answers on how to use the features of this forum, such as how to insert photos, sending PMs, etc. Cast Boolits forum. Bullets= Machine made utilizing Full Length Gas Checks as to provide projectiles for the masses. Cast Boolits. I'll go ahead and run RCBS or Lyman lubes (but not that orange stuff) through my sizers if I have to, but I'm open to suggestions including home-brew lubes that don't require. We are the Facebook Group for the Cast Boolits forum. You should be able to find a used 336 priced anywhere from $150. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Leadhead Bullets is no longer in business. I found a link I had forgotten about. Anyone here a member of the Cast Boolits forum? I’ve been a member for over 14 years and I got banned about a month ago! After over 2000 posts the owner decided I wasn’t a good fit for the forum (his words, not mine) Not worth the bother to get back in but the owner of the forum does owe me 100. The Cast Bullet Association is an organization of shooters who enjoy shooting cast lead bullets in rifles and handguns for competition, hunting, or informal target shooting. Cast bullets are not the problem, they are the ANSWER! Read the Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook, and the Cast Boolits web site, for more info than you will ever really need. In the Forum FAQ category you can find most answers on how to use the features of this forum, such as how to insert photos, sending PMs, etc. 311) Cast boolit cartridge that achieves an average velocity of 1915 fps at 10' and a Standard Deviation = +/-13. Not saying that is your problem, but just throwing that data out there. Then it's into a toaster oven at 400 degrees for about 10-20 minutes. In the Forum. docrob1234; Sep 30, 2021 The Fora platform. 311) Cast boolit cartridge that achieves an average velocity of 1915 fps at 10' and a Standard Deviation = +/-13. The CBA is a international organization of shooters who enjoy casting and shooting lead alloy bullets for competition, hunting, experimenting, and casual shooting. We need your help to get the word out about CBA to. The Cast Bullet Association is an organization of shooters who enjoy shooting cast lead bullets in rifles and handguns for competition, hunting, or informal target shooting. We are the Facebook Group for the Cast Boolits forum. We are the Facebook Group for the Cast Boolits forum. 125 grain plain based "small game/gallery" 900-1000 f. The higher the charge the worse the accuracy got. 270 RCBS or Lyman 130,140,150 gr mold. 1) bullet fit is more important than lube. , 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1,. Oct 24, 2021; Thread starter #17 truck driver Ammo Smith. You can get a Marlin 336 in that price range, new. We are an old forum sporting a brand new look. These are from the Lee 225-55 6 cavity mold, powder coated with shake and bake method and sized after coating to. paulruger. tomme boy; Dec 22, 2013; Locked; 10. We welcome anyone and everyone who has a passion for casting and shooting boolits, and especially anyone who wants to learn. I did this to match my load's pressure to the cast boolit's hardness (BHN 15-16), and the result was some doggone precise rounds. Much of the Cast Boolits forum appears to have gone over to coated bullets of various sorts and getting hard data on real 50-yard handgun groups is iffy these days. The Association's central purpose is to help shooters enjoy casting bullets. Also the manual states, that most rifles chambered for the 8X57" have long throats/leads, so seating close to the lands is not always possible. Category: Reloading Data. The place to discuss our favorite pb projectiles. View this forum's RSS feed. We are an old forum sporting a brand new look. The picture is of once coated. Welcome to the new Cast Bullet Association Forum. But, as you mentioned, the cast boolit forum is really a great place to tighten up your learning curve. We welcome anyone and everyone who has a passion for casting and shooting boolits, and especially anyone who wants to learn. My first ones were 6-8" bullets at 50 yds at the beginning of my learning curve. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. The higher the charge the worse the accuracy got. You can get a Marlin 336 in that price range, new. View this forum's RSS feed. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the FAQ by clicking the link above. We welcome anyone and everyone who has a passion for casting and shooting boolits, and especially anyone who wants to learn. We are the Facebook Group for the Cast Boolits forum. Look for your answers in our Forum and in our bi-monthly publication the Fouling Shot. Heavy cast loads for 30 Carbine. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link. We are an old forum sporting a brand new look. by 260 Striker » Mon Sep 30, 2013 2:17 pm. I plan on going lower with my charges just a touch and may test 17-19gr again with a better rest and bench. 1) bullet fit is more important than lube. And unlike H110/W296, you can download 2400 a bit and get good results. Sticky: The Definitive Answer page for Lead and Alloys! Started by 45nut , 08-26-2009 02:04 PM. 62x39 cast bullet loads for AR. The Cast Bullet Association is an organization of shooters who enjoy shooting cast lead bullets in rifles and handguns for competition, hunting, or informal. ↳ Cast Boolit; ↳ Cast Bullet Scores; Swap Meet; ↳ Classifieds; A Place to Shoot; ↳ Region 1; ↳ Region 2; ↳ Region 3; ↳ Region 4; ↳ Region 5; ↳ Region 6; ↳ Region. There is also a warning to not fire the. Category: Cast Bullet Discussion. Never have found a decent recipe for horn. 45 cal 185gr target bullets that I cast. Smaller and you will have the problems. Proper diameter for cast bullets in 44 magnum. I worked up equivalent charges to obtain the desired velocity ranges with modern powders, which provide a sound basis for loading cast bullets in any post-1898 military rifle from 7mm to 8mm: 1. Once I source a good mold ( I am disappointed in the available offerings, I might just have one made) I will. And 1 inch groups from a Yugo 24-47 8 MM Mauser and 1. Leadhead Bullets is no longer. by captainjohn » Mon Dec 13, 2021 3:59 am. 454 Casull Reduced Loads. Our site can be viewed on the web and all mobile devices. The Cast Bullet Association is an organization of shooters who enjoy. Your bare bullet should take a 1-3 pound push with a pencil to get them through your cylinder. Latest By Dukem 28 August 2022. All are more than happy to help lead you down "the rabbit hole". Boolits = as God laid it into the soil, Grand Old Galena, The Silver Stream graciously hand poured into molds for our consumption. , 5 grains of Bullseye or equivalent. You may have to register before you can post: click the register link above to proceed. The thing is I don't load and stock ammo Though I do have some older rifle ammo that is left over from hunting but these were loaded with jacketed bullets. In the Forum FAQ category you can find most answers on how to use the features of this forum, such as how to insert photos, sending PMs, etc. I read that also over on the Cast Boolit forum. Enjoy the group, and Happy Casting! www. Yes, there's a learning curve. ↳ Cast Boolit; ↳ Cast Bullet Scores; Swap Meet; ↳ Classifieds; A Place to Shoot; ↳ Region 1; ↳ Region 2; ↳ Region 3; ↳ Region 4; ↳ Region 5; ↳ Region 6; ↳. We are the Facebook Group for the Cast Boolits forum. 150 grain plain based "100-yard target/small game. How dead is dead ? A cast boolit with a large meplat at slow speeds penetrates better and causes less meat damage; Meat hunters know this. The ideal solution is amazing accuracy in a 95gr cast moving in the 1800-2000fps range burning Unique.