Hey All,
Not new to reloading or casting but I have been limited to pistol calibers (casting) only. With the limited supply of reloading components we are currently experiencing I have been considering and exploring the possibility of using gas checked lead bullets in my AR's (1-15, 1-DPMS 308). Everything I have read is that the gas check is supposed to prevent leading because the check is blocking the powder ignition from reaching the lead. Now we all know gas checked lead is no substitute for jacketed. Jacketed bullets can be pushed in excess of 4000 FPS. I wouldn't push a straight lead bullet to anything more than about 1000 FPS. Gas Check lead would probably be around 1800 FPS. In addition to the gas check a good moly bullet lube would be used.
I was looking into swaging my own bullets but the price nearly gave me a heart attack! With around 500 lbs of lead wheel weights hanging around the idea peaked my curiosity.
Opinions?
Thanks
Jim
