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sewerman · 02-27-2011, 11:50 AM

there's data galore all over the net for just your loading.
myself , i'd say it depends on your bullet size and the amount of velocity.

too soft or two hard lead can both cause leading, what's important is you use the correct sized bullet.

you may want to slug your barrel first, not all 45/70 are alike in bore size.

good luck

S.M.

02-27-2011, 11:50 AM	#2
sewerman V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: hurricane ally florida Posts: 231	Re: lead hardness for 45-70 there's data galore all over the net for just your loading. myself , i'd say it depends on your bullet size and the amount of velocity. too soft or two hard lead can both cause leading, what's important is you use the correct sized bullet. you may want to slug your barrel first, not all 45/70 are alike in bore size. good luck S.M.