Source for 265gr RN HB .454 dia. leads???

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Hi,
Anyone know of a Cdn. source for 265gr leads for a webley 455? I understand some guys use hardcast .452 dia., but that doesn't interest me.

I also understand I can purchase the rcbs mold, but quite frankly I don't need another hobby. If I can avoid casting my own I will.

The only supplier I've found on line (buffalo arms) won't ship bullets to Canada.

Any suggestions? Any alternatives?

Thanks for your reply.
 
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Suka said:
Hi,
Anyone know of a Cdn. source for 265gr leads for a webley 455? I understand some guys use hardcast .452 dia., but that doesn't interest me.

I also understand I can purchase the rcbs mold, but quite frankly I don't need another hobby. If I can avoid casting my own I will.

The only supplier I've found on line (buffalo arms) won't ship bullets to Canada.

Any suggestions? Any alternatives?

Thanks for your reply.
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That's what I've started loading for my Mark VI. The one I have is a 260gr RNHP that looks very much like the Lyman # 457196. Shipping costs are a major 'consideration' but if you're having difficulty finding a source of supply, send me a PM.

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May I suggest you slug the bore/throats before spending $ on your bullets. Knowledgable members here have suggested that .452" to .455" bores are commonly encountered. My own mk1 bore goes .453.5", and shoots w/w alloy .454" swc's into 3 - 4 inches at 25 yds. If I use .452's, then the groups are easily double that.

If your revolver has chamber throats tighter than the bore dia., then the original 265gr. h.b. webley round nose bullet may be the best bet.
Don't know of anyone offering that one ready made, ... but the caster Ben Hunchak here on cgn is very well regarded, and has the original colt .454" r.n.f.p. mold, in any hardness you specify. Worth a try. He is knowledgable, experienced, and reasonable.

Me?, I'm going to start casting. First with the Lyman .454" 250gr. colt/keith swc mold, then if that doesn't work out, a custom LBT made up to fit my old girl's rather generous personal contours.
 
I don't think Ben is casting these bullets. I sold a few of these way back that were excess to my needs. They are a PIA to cast nicely, as it's a single cavity mould that you have to get the temperature and tin mix just right. It is very time consuming even if you know what your doing. I actually found the 255 grain flat nosed cowboy/keith bullets worked best out my revolvers and they are so much easier to cast. I probably will try my remaining 265g hollow based bullets in my 1871 Mauser 43. The weight is a little light but the diameter will work just right for the pre 71/88 rifle.
 
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