I have some 200gr 45 ACP lead bullets from a local source (which is great, imo, to get stuff locally). They measure .451 at the base (and I've measured several, they are very consistent). These have a rounded profile with a flat nose.
Researching online, I see most people are saying to use .452 when loading 45ACP cast lead to ensure a good seal in the barrel when the cartridge is fired and avoid leading. However, I'm finding conflicting information saying .451 is OK as well (which is what is commonly used for jacketed bullets)
Is it OK to use the .451 lead bullets? I have not "slugged" my barrel (I have two 45's anyway, and would like to load for both).
Is this a case of loading a shooting a few and seeing what happens in my particular gun?
Researching online, I see most people are saying to use .452 when loading 45ACP cast lead to ensure a good seal in the barrel when the cartridge is fired and avoid leading. However, I'm finding conflicting information saying .451 is OK as well (which is what is commonly used for jacketed bullets)
Is it OK to use the .451 lead bullets? I have not "slugged" my barrel (I have two 45's anyway, and would like to load for both).
Is this a case of loading a shooting a few and seeing what happens in my particular gun?