How long does it take to make bullets with these molds?
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Being a steel mold, you will have to cast some bullets just to get it warm enough to allow the lead to flow properly to completely fill the cavities. What I do is rest the mold on the edge of the melting pot while waiting for the lead to melt, which reduces the heat-up time for the mold. Doing it that way, you can normally have the mold up to temperature with less than 20 castings.Once the mold is up to the proper temp., casting usable bullets only takes a few seconds each. Afterwards, with processing with lube and gas checks, you end up with an average time invested of about 30 to 40 seconds per bullet. But, the money savings is, in my opinion, worth the time and effort. Being a steel mold, you will have to cast some bullets just to get it warm enough to allow the lead to flow properly to completely fill the cavities. What I do is rest the mold on the edge of the melting pot while waiting for the lead to melt, which reduces the heat-up time for the mold. Doing it that way, you can normally have the mold up to temperature with less than 20 castings.Once the mold is up to the proper temp., casting usable bullets only takes a few seconds each. Afterwards, with processing with lube and gas checks, you end up with an average time invested of about 30 to 40... » Read More Being a steel mold, you will have to cast some bullets just to get it warm enough to allow the lead to flow properly to completely fill the cavities. What I do is rest the mold on the edge of the melting pot while waiting for the lead to melt, which reduces the heat-up time for the mold. Doing it that way, you can normally have the mold up to temperature with less than 20 castings.Once the mold is up to the proper temp., casting usable bullets only takes a few seconds each. Afterwards, with processing with lube and gas checks, you end up with an average time invested of about 30 to 40 seconds per bullet. But, the money savings is, in my opinion, worth the time and effort. « Show Less
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Once the mold is hot you can pop them out about as fast as you can fill the mold. I use wheel weights and knock them directly into a 5 gal bucket of water. Keeps them from deforming and they harden to over 20 on the Brinel scale. I've shot them at 2400 fps with no problems.
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I used a VERY light spray of non stick spray for my FIRST set of molds. It usually takes multiple sets to complete the finished process. After I freeze my mold for 10 minutes I flip them over to wax paper and refill the mold. I'm not sure what brand if melts you're using but I've used Wilton and I've never had an issue. Let me know if you have anymore questions. Have a great day.
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I just went out to the garage and grabbed three bullets. They were +/- .1 grain from an average of 125 grains. These particular bullets were also lubricated using alox at the time of weigh in. Hope this helps!
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There are only 3 dies. 'The die that seats the bullet can also be set for some crimp. Not as versatile as a dedicated die, but does all I need it to do...my cartridges go bang. I have two Lee Progressives set up for different calibers...they're a little temperamental but through a little trial and error you'll figure it out. I can putz around and make 125 to 150 rounds an hour...if I step it up, 175 to 200 rounds an hour. Pretty good for $160
756447
you can use youtube. I have had good results from Lee precision molds and dies. The lyman cast book is the best that I have found.
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I use this mold for making chocolate shot glasses, so I really can't say how long it takes to freeze water. To fully set chocolate, it takes about 2-3 hrs in the refrigerator.
241530
4 fl. oz. I have done about 1,000 bullets w/ about a have bottle left. Just follow the instructions, it works well.
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Honestly cement starts to set quick so I start mixing batch for next mold and 15-20 minutes later you can tap around the mold and wiggle it free. Then move on to the next. Goes quick.
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Directions say 1-3 days, but I haven't worn one out yet after several weeks. I rub them with toothpaste to clean them in the morning. Much cheaper and more convenient than any of the moldable types I've used in years past.
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Depends on what mold you order. The one I have does 175 grain bullets. It looks like the one in the picture.
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Must be put in a cool dry place. Make sure exact equal parts are mixed it's important or it won't harden. If mix properly it is usually 24 hours. I put my creations on a tray with a paper towel (you don't want to get this resin on anything it will ruin it) and place in my micro wave over night, just remember not to turn it on. The reason why is if you have animals or children or anything falls on the resin or touches it you won't get a perfect product.
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They are mold-able when placed in a glass of hot water for a few seconds. These trays are pretty good.
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Yes. You just put your mold unger the spigot and lift the handle. It usally take about 10-15 minutes for the pot to heat up. I will take some pratice and patience using it untill you get the feelof the handle, on a 2 cavity 45LC mould I can get between 2 to 6 bullets per minute once rolling along.
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It's not fast, but it is well built. I think one batch takes about 7 or 8 minutes to extrude.
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They are approximately one inch long. The thickness of the treat will depend on how you fill the mold.
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You need dies but as long as you can place the bullets by hand (What I think most folks do) a bullet feeder is just a doodad to make you faster.
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They are small dry beads that swell when you place them in water. Usually takes 8-10 hours for them to get the size of a marble.