I want to find a good mold for .308 165 grain so i can use lead for bullets. I figure i have alot of lead and if bullets become scarce i can always make my own. Let me know what you would use. Thanks
Are there any good molds for .308 165 gr. bullets
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Re: Are there any good molds for .308 165 gr. bullets
I've tried Lee molds only_(.357,.44,.308,.323)_ I'm quite happy with them_ lee don't rust_don't buy them second-hand,don't borrow them,and these molds will last forever_
I've tried Lee molds only_(.357,.44,.308,.323)_ I'm quite happy with them_ lee don't rust_don't buy them second-hand,don't borrow them,and these molds will last forever_
Re: Are there any good molds for .308 165 gr. bullets
I've had good luck with the lee molds as well. I know some people scoff at anything that doesn't cost top dollar, but you can get a mold that heats up quickly and start producing good bullets right away. Plus you can get multipule cavity molds which make production much faster.
I have had good results on paper and varmints with them as well.
I've had good luck with the lee molds as well. I know some people scoff at anything that doesn't cost top dollar, but you can get a mold that heats up quickly and start producing good bullets right away. Plus you can get multipule cavity molds which make production much faster.
I have had good results on paper and varmints with them as well.
Re: Are there any good molds for .308 165 gr. bullets
Look up LBT (Lead Bullet Technologies). He makes great moulds to whatever weight/design you want. However, I'd recommend something heavier, such as the Lyman 311291 as Fuzzball says. It works well into the 1800-2000 fps range...it is REALLY difficult to get solid lead alloy bullets up to the jacketed range. JMHO
Look up LBT (Lead Bullet Technologies). He makes great moulds to whatever weight/design you want. However, I'd recommend something heavier, such as the Lyman 311291 as Fuzzball says. It works well into the 1800-2000 fps range...it is REALLY difficult to get solid lead alloy bullets up to the jacketed range. JMHO
Re: Are there any good molds for .308 165 gr. bullets
I would recommend visiting the Castboolits web site and doing some research. Some of the boys are casting 200 to 220 gr bullets and driving them out at 2000 fps or so from Garands. You can also learn how to paper wrap a bullet and drive it to full speed.
Good luck with casting, it can become an addiction in and of itself
http://castboolits.gunloads.com/
I would recommend visiting the Castboolits web site and doing some research. Some of the boys are casting 200 to 220 gr bullets and driving them out at 2000 fps or so from Garands. You can also learn how to paper wrap a bullet and drive it to full speed.
Good luck with casting, it can become an addiction in and of itself
http://castboolits.gunloads.com/
Re: Are there any good molds for .308 165 gr. bullets
RCBS 165SIL You will not find a better mold.
RCBS 165SIL You will not find a better mold.
