Two reasons: first, it's the easiest-to-use mould in this caliber I've ever used. Once I tried his casting technique, it throws very consistent-weight bullets. Second, they shoot very well. This was at 200 yards, and that one on the right was a called flyer.
I think I've found The Load for this rifle.One of the other nice things about this mould: if a bullet is a bit sticky about coming out of the block, some taps on the handle pivot pin is all it takes. The Lyman I started with... sometimes the only way to get one out was to use pliers, which means it's ruined. And that's after trying every trick I've ever learned to prevent it.
Pretty nice 200 yard group.
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With the right load, which this seems to be one, and me actually doing my part, sometimes I get it done.
ReplyDeleteCould you share the load you are using? I'm about to start handloading for my .45-70 Henry single shot, and am looking for information.
ReplyDeleteThat was the Brooks bullet, 525 grains, a .060 thick wad, 60.0 grains of 1.5f Swiss black powder, a Federal Large Rifle Magnum primer, in a Starline case.
ReplyDeleteNo guarantees how it'd shoot in your rifle, they can be picky.