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Cast Bullet Update:
I had a great range session yesterday with a MkIII dated 1911 and a No.4 Mk1 Savage endorsed "US Property." Every rifle is a law unto itself and found that both rifles liked IMR4198 powder and the 185 grain cast bullet. Cast bullets suffice for 90% of my shooting with my military arms. Surprisingly, some rifles shoot to the same point of aim and impact with either jacketed or cast bullets. Other rifles require a bit more elevation on the rear sight for a 100-yard impact. I suggest gun owners keep good records; I am on my 14th shooting notebook. I often scotch tape into the notebook target groups, both good and bad, so I can duplicate good results and avoid lesser performance.
Cast bullets can be sized to fit any bore for good results. The powder charges are much less than for jacketed bullets and the recoil is less. One can shoot more for less cost with cast bullets and the bore is less stressed in the process; what is not to like?
Adam
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Adam Helmer
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