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Old June 20, 2005, 11:24 AM   #4
Desert Dog
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Join Date: September 22, 1999
Location: Deep East Texas
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A gas check is a copper cup or disc attached to the bottom of a lead bullet so the flame from the powder ignition doesn't cut the lead to make a good seal. It also prevents leading of the barrel.

Also, If you like copper jacketed bullets, you cannot beat Hornady XTP's for 454 Casull.

Mike
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