casting rb's

[armymedic.2]

i casted about 100 balls for my .36 flint today, and it got me to thinking about how much of a hassle it used to be when i didn't cast my own to find balls for my .54 and .36......not only is it now not a hassle, but what could be more relaxing then sitting at an open fire and making your own balls. plus the satisfaction of taking game with them, knowing that you made the ball yourself. i've only been making my own balls for about two years, but i really love it, i encourgage everyone to try it. i dunno if it's cheaper, but it sure is more fun. and they start out so shiny, it feels like you are shooting platinum if you make a range session out of your casting session like i did today :grin:had to make sure they worked :thumbsup:

 

[bwhoffman]

I use to buy guns just to have something different to reload for!Have not bought a factory round other than 22's in almost 30 years!
casting your own round balls is just another element that makes this "addiction" of ours all that more enjoyable!

 

[GreyWhiskers]

I know what ya mean. I love to cast boolets for my guns. It's relaxing. :wink: GW

 

[gmww]

Amen Brother. I've been a do it yourselfer (DIY) on many of my pursuits. I tie flies and refinish old Cane fly rods. Caught some nice trout and salmon on them too. Even caught a small tuna on a fly I tied in Mexico. I reload for centerfire guns and cast my own bullets for my ML. I guess that's why I like putting together Underhammers. Nothing like taking game or catching fish with something you've made or built. :thumbsup:

 

[gacitizen]

I agree, very relaxing. Sitting by yourself and reflecting on old memories.

 

[MSW]

couldn't agree more!

 

[kevthebassman]

If you shoot maxi's it's definitely cheaper to cast your own than it is to buy them. Cast a hundred of them and you've paid for the mould, lead, and in my case the propane for the burner.