Lube for Maxi

[WALKERs210]

I have cast bullets for a long time and just recently returned to casting RB's for my own use. I have looked at the Maxi or Minne molds but have no idea if it is necessary or not to lube these. I would guess if they are lubed it would be more positive than negative. So question if How do you lube these ?? Sorry if this is a repeated question or just down right out of place.

 

[David W.]

Crisco shortening, cheap, effective. Do not fire dry Minie's, it will lead your rifling.

 

[123.DieselBenz]

You could try "pan lubing" (you tube has a bit on this)

Take your lube and melt it in a double boiler, get a shallow pan, set your maxi's up-right in the shallow pan, gently pour in the lube to the top of the lube groove, let it harden, push out. Or take a metallic cartridge case the right size, knock out the primer, drill it out a tad, use the case as a "cookie cutter" to slide over the top of the bullet cutting the lube, then push out of the case with a small object!

Emmert's lube recipe.

50% Crisco
40% Bee's wax
10% Canola oil

Melt and mix these by weight . . . if you need a "color" add a crayon, or your favorite candle . . .

 

[Rat Trapper]

Bore butter, just wipe it on the bullet.

 

[WALKERs210]

Thank you this is what I was looking for. Had an idea of something on this line but I have no shame in saying I don't know.

 

[Dave Rosenthal]

A .50 BMG fired case fits just right as the cookie cutter. A friend of mine used his drill press to drill-out the primer pocket, and a small wooden dowel is used to push-out the lubed .50 cal Maxi's. Works great!

Dave

 

[nkbj]

I'm partial to whatever brand of shortening the wife bought last time. Just have to be sure and leave her enough for pie crust!

 

[longcruise]

Not knocking your lube, having shot a ton of maxi balls with crisco, but, it tends to run pretty bad on a warm day. So does the bore butter for that matter. The Emmerts lube posted will give better results as will any fairly stiff BPC lube.

 

[gearheart]

Thanks I learned something today. :bow: I even have a few empty 50 cal cases as a local manufacturer produces them for the Canadian Forces. :hatsoff:

 

[CaptainKirk]

I would like to try that Emmert's lube, as I see the same results with Crisco (gets runny on hot days) Any good sources for beeswax?

Also...would the Emmert's lube work on conical pistol bullets, since I cast and shoot those as well?

 

[Richard Brinkman]

Emmerts works great on any conicals as long as the speed is kept below 1400 to 1500 fps. When using on blackpowder bullets I like to add a small amount of lanolin. If you need bees wax PM me I have a link for it.

 

[D Sanders]

I would like to try that Emmert's lube, as I see the same results with Crisco (gets runny on hot days) Any good sources for beeswax?

Also...would the Emmert's lube work on conical pistol bullets, since I cast and shoot those as well?

It is available on line. You can also get it from a craft store. It's a bit pricey per pound, but it will last a while. Bee keepers and farmers markets would also be a good source. :thumbsup:

HH 60

 

[poordevil]

I would like to try that Emmert's lube, as I see the same results with Crisco (gets runny on hot days) Any good sources for beeswax?

Also...would the Emmert's lube work on conical pistol bullets, since I cast and shoot those as well?

http://www.rudyshoney.com/

 

[Dave Rosenthal]

You're welcome!

Glad to be of help! A .50 A.E. case will work in a pinch, but you can get your grip better around the BMG case! I usually twist the case as I'm pushing it into the lube around the Maxi, as it seems to cut better and the lube stays in the rings better too!

Dave

 

[hoochiepapa]

What kind of pies does she make? Cherry? Key Lime?
Can I be your friend? :haha:

 

[nkbj]

What kind of pies does she make? Cherry? Key Lime?
Can I be your friend? :haha:

She made apple pie for Christmas dinner. I got to help (Peeled and chopped the apples. And blended the flour and shortening because my wrists are stronger.) And, she made a pot pie with the turkey leftovers. Made up an orange, lemon, chile pepper maranade and sauce on the turkey this year. She done good.

 

[123.DieselBenz]

I would like to try that Emmert's lube, as I see the same results with Crisco (gets runny on hot days) Any good sources for beeswax?

Also...would the Emmert's lube work on conical pistol bullets, since I cast and shoot those as well?

I used it on some of my pistol loads, but it is a tad soft . . .

A 140gr 9mm boolit that I load in 38 spl cases . . . as they come out at .3594 . . .

The Emmerts is a bit sticky, so . . . since I honed out my lube/sizer die from .358 to .359 some "leaks" around the edge, and gets on the bottom! Which is a bit messy, so I wipe it off with a paper towel which is time consuming, I now use a harder lube.

Once I get some "free time" I hope to try these boolits in my .36 Seneca, even though I do have some conicals for it already . . . Can't hurt to try a few . . .

I get my bees wax straight from the bee keeper when I get my honey and pollen! I sure miss having my own hives, when I move I'll get some more! BTW I payed $6 a pound for my wax! I also use it on thread for sewing leather . . .

 

[FPDoc]

You could try "pan lubing" (you tube has a bit on this)

Take your lube and melt it in a double boiler, get a shallow pan, set your maxi's up-right in the shallow pan, gently pour in the lube to the top of the lube groove, let it harden, push out. Or take a metallic cartridge case the right size, knock out the primer, drill it out a tad, use the case as a "cookie cutter" to slide over the top of the bullet cutting the lube, then push out of the case with a small object!

Emmert's lube recipe.

50% Crisco
40% Bee's wax
10% Canola oil

Melt and mix these by weight . . . if you need a "color" add a crayon, or your favorite candle . . .

Seems like Lee Loaders used to come with a piece of tubing "the right size" to use as a cookie cutter for pan lubing, you just kept cookie cutting and each bullet pushed the last one out the top so you didn't have to use a stick through a primer pocket hole.