Ranch Dog Molds...

Mike / Tx · December 6, 2011, 05:39 AM

I know there are a few who have a 41 magnum. Well if you ever wanted a good looking RFN TL type heavy boolit for it here's your chance at a good deal on the whole kit and kaboodle. Thought I would pass this on while supplies last.

Found this posted on RD's homepage,

"Check out the “Specials” listed in the box on the left side of this page.

Ranch Dog is discontinuing these items to make room for his 2012 offerings. Not only is now the time to take advantage of the discount pricing but these items may not be offered again."

TLC411-255-RF with .411 Lube & Size Kit plus 41 Mag FCD
$79.64
Save: 21% off

You can have it with or without the GC for a bit more or a combination of 3 each.

I have been wanting to get something like this so figured why not and picked up the whole kit. Since I have been playing with the Lee 300gr RF in my 45 Colt and 454 I have a whole new respect for the authority that these type boolits exhibit out to some pretty extended ranges.

Koveras · December 6, 2011, 07:28 AM

I can vouch for the quality of the RD molds and sizers. They work great!

But this particular bullet is designed for the Marlin 1894FG and will not chamber in a lot of 41 Mag revolvers due to the diameter of the nose portion.

My experience with my personal guns:

Ruger Redhawk: Works great
Taurus Raging Bull: Works great
Ruger Blackhawks: Depends on which one, generally will not chamber or chambers with difficulty.
S&W 657: Will not chamber

The above is using the bullet sized to .411" (the sizer included in the package deal) and seated to the crimp groove.

It is a good mold, but I don't want people to order this for their revolver and be disappointed and then have a negative view of RD products.

Rifleman1776 · December 6, 2011, 09:19 AM

I went to his site and was confused by what seemed an oxymoron. "Lee custom" molds. Lee is a manufacturer. RD claims "custom" molds. But, reading his info on the site, he, indeed, does have his molds custom made by Lee. Pretty unique business model.

Mike / Tx · December 6, 2011, 06:14 PM

Koveras,

Thank you for bringing that up. Something I utterly failed to consider.

grubbylabs · December 6, 2011, 09:20 PM

Yes Mike has his molds made my Lee. He seems to do a lot of testing with his designs and Lee is good enough to produce his designs which as I understand it only he sells on his web site.

TXGunNut · December 6, 2011, 10:28 PM

That's my understanding as well. Seem to be very good if you like casting them hard and pushing them fast.
Looks like I'll get an opportunity to cast a few this week. Five day hunt became a two-day hunt. Headed home to play.

December 6, 2011, 05:39 AM	#1
Mike / Tx Senior Member Join Date: April 8, 2000 Posts: 2,101	Ranch Dog Molds... I know there are a few who have a 41 magnum. Well if you ever wanted a good looking RFN TL type heavy boolit for it here's your chance at a good deal on the whole kit and kaboodle. Thought I would pass this on while supplies last. Found this posted on RD's homepage, "Check out the “Specials” listed in the box on the left side of this page. Ranch Dog is discontinuing these items to make room for his 2012 offerings. Not only is now the time to take advantage of the discount pricing but these items may not be offered again." TLC411-255-RF with .411 Lube & Size Kit plus 41 Mag FCD $79.64 Save: 21% off You can have it with or without the GC for a bit more or a combination of 3 each. I have been wanting to get something like this so figured why not and picked up the whole kit. Since I have been playing with the Lee 300gr RF in my 45 Colt and 454 I have a whole new respect for the authority that these type boolits exhibit out to some pretty extended ranges. __________________ LAter, Mike / TX

December 6, 2011, 06:14 PM	#4
Mike / Tx Senior Member Join Date: April 8, 2000 Posts: 2,101	Koveras, Thank you for bringing that up. Something I utterly failed to consider. __________________ LAter, Mike / TX

December 6, 2011, 09:20 PM	#5
grubbylabs Senior Member Join Date: October 11, 2009 Location: Hansen Idaho Posts: 1,465	Yes Mike has his molds made my Lee. He seems to do a lot of testing with his designs and Lee is good enough to produce his designs which as I understand it only he sells on his web site. __________________ * (Swinging club) Whack! whack! whack! * Nope, the old nag's still dead . (Capt Charlie)

December 6, 2011, 10:28 PM	#6
TXGunNut Senior Member Join Date: January 16, 2010 Location: If you have to ask... Posts: 2,860	That's my understanding as well. Seem to be very good if you like casting them hard and pushing them fast. Looks like I'll get an opportunity to cast a few this week. Five day hunt became a two-day hunt. Headed home to play. __________________ Life Member NRA, TSRA Smokeless powder is a passing fad! -Steve Garbe I hate rude behavior in a man. I won't tolerate it. -Woodrow F. Call Lonesome Dove My favorite recipes start out with a handful of used wheelweights.

December 6, 2011, 07:28 AM	#2
Koveras Member Join Date: April 6, 2002 Location: Oklahoma City, USA Posts: 68	I can vouch for the quality of the RD molds and sizers. They work great! But this particular bullet is designed for the Marlin 1894FG and will not chamber in a lot of 41 Mag revolvers due to the diameter of the nose portion. My experience with my personal guns: Ruger Redhawk: Works great Taurus Raging Bull: Works great Ruger Blackhawks: Depends on which one, generally will not chamber or chambers with difficulty. S&W 657: Will not chamber The above is using the bullet sized to .411" (the sizer included in the package deal) and seated to the crimp groove. It is a good mold, but I don't want people to order this for their revolver and be disappointed and then have a negative view of RD products.

December 6, 2011, 09:19 AM	#3
Rifleman1776 Senior Member Join Date: April 25, 2010 Location: Arkansas Posts: 3,309	I went to his site and was confused by what seemed an oxymoron. "Lee custom" molds. Lee is a manufacturer. RD claims "custom" molds. But, reading his info on the site, he, indeed, does have his molds custom made by Lee. Pretty unique business model.