Now that I have actually ordered everything that I need to begin reloading, I'm already dwelling on bullet casting.
The " Lyman Mini-Mag Furnace Master Casting Kit 110 Volt" seems like a good deal at about $155. It includes:
How critical is a thermometer -- would using thermostat settings be adequate to repeat pouring temperatures. Decent thermometers seem to run about $50 - possible to start off without and add later?
This furnace does not have bottom pour capabilities - is that important? The description says I need a top punch and sizing die.
I was thinking of ordering the following mold for my .38 Special:
So far I'm just brainstorming, but once I get a better understanding and think that I have a list of exactly what I need, I'm sure I'll wind up ordering everything sooner than later.
Thanks,
Randy
The " Lyman Mini-Mag Furnace Master Casting Kit 110 Volt" seems like a good deal at about $155. It includes:
- Mini Mag furnace, 110 volt AC
- 4500 sizer/lubricator
- Casting dipper
- Ingot mold
- Bullet lube
- Lyman cast bullet handbook
How critical is a thermometer -- would using thermostat settings be adequate to repeat pouring temperatures. Decent thermometers seem to run about $50 - possible to start off without and add later?
This furnace does not have bottom pour capabilities - is that important? The description says I need a top punch and sizing die.
I was thinking of ordering the following mold for my .38 Special:
- Lee 6-Cavity Bullet Mold 358-105-SWC 38 Special, 357 Magnum, 38 Colt New Police (358 Diameter) 105 Grain Semi-Wadcutter
So far I'm just brainstorming, but once I get a better understanding and think that I have a list of exactly what I need, I'm sure I'll wind up ordering everything sooner than later.
Thanks,
Randy