Lyman 358477 or another for a light bullet

[ghh3rd]

Sometime after I receive my loading equipment and load a few hundred .38 rounds, I'd like to get some equipment for casting bullets.

I was thinking of getting a bullet mold and and trying my old fish sinker melting pot and laddle to see if it's possible to get any good bullets from it. I know it would be hit or miss, but perhaps I could get a few to load while putting away for a good casting setup.

I've heard a few mentions about the Lyman 358477 being a good bullet. I wonder how many grains this bullet is (with normal alloy)?

I read a post earlier that made sense to me. For plinking/target shooting at the range, why not choose a light bullet and conserve lead, and even save a little powder at the same time? This 'light' round would probably also be a good one to break my wife in on the little snub.

If the Lyman 358477 is heavy, what other desirable, light bullets are there? I think that a round nose may be a good idea so I could practice reloading quickly.

Thanks,

Randy

 

[MMCSRET]

358477 drops 150 gr., for a lighter bullet, take a look at the Lee 125 gr.

 

[qajaq59]

If you Google a Lyman number such as that "Lyman 358477" You will generally find all the info on them. I looked up a real oldie the other day and even though Lyman no longer sells it, I did find the details.