lead for 38 super?

you would probably find that the lead bullets will start to tumble on you unless they were extremely hard. as well the comp would lead up very quickly.
 
It's definately a compromise, but it can work. You'd need hard cast bullets, and would be best with heavier bullets. Lead build up in the comp would be a problem, but a little squirt of CLP or other oil prior to shooting can keep clean up manageable. Comps designed around 125gr jackets bullets and higher pressures won't be as efficient with slower and lower pressured ammo.

In the end, you need to ask if the cost savings on the ammo is worth it.
 
I used to do it when plated and jackets were not so easy to get down on this coast.

+ 1 on yes you can with HARD cast lead and you'll definitely be cleaning the comp out often with a small chisel.

You might have a hard time getting wadcutters to feed reliably in something that is currently set up for round nose bullets, though.
 
dilligaf850 said:
Cost isn't the reason, the indoor range wont allow jacketed ammo. I wanted to do some indoor shooting this winter...guess I will have to get another gun :D
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Hard cast lead will work in a comp gun but as noted above you will have to do a lot of cleaning. I did so for two years before I just got tired of the mess. As well, it will likely smoke quite a bit and obstruct your vision under typical indoor lighting conditions. This airborne particulate will of course also be going into your lungs so you might consider a respirator if you are going to be spending a lot of time on the indoor range.

If your range doesn't permit jacketed ammo, perhaps they will permit plated. Many rages do as a compromise.
 
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