Correct ball mould size for .36 cal?

[Mousemann]

Thanks for all the replies.

Yes, I know the issue you mean with the R&S preferring something bigger. The 1858 Remington is OK with the .451s though.

[harricook]

Thanks for all the replies.



Yes, I know the issue you mean with the R&S preferring something bigger. The 1858 Remington is OK with the .451s though.

Hi Mousemann

My 1858 Pietta Remington 44 Stainless - likes 457 ..

I was using smaller balls (451) - as it was a struggle to get them in - so I did not dare try bigger - then it turned out that the lead I was casting from was not soft lead - but had a little antimony in.

Changed to soft lead - 457 goes in beautifully with a nice lead ring cut - which means more flat on the rifling = better groups !!!

My grouping improved as soon as I moved to 457

Wish you were closer - you could try mine gladly !


Oh - just realised = 1000 posts !! where did they all come from !!

Cheers

Roy

[Mousemann]

Thanks for that, Roy and congratulations on your 1,000th post!

The lead I've got is all pure, but I will closely look at the fit next time I fire some. It's handy to know about the .457 being best for that model.

[harricook]

PM Sent

Roy