who makes a good lead cast 44mag bullet?

woody wood · May 19, 2011, 09:32 AM

i usualy use fmj bullets from hornady or montana gold- due to some hot loads i sometime use,but want to try out some cast lead.what brand do you guys use? looking for a good price with minimal leading!(isn't everyone!) i will be going to cabellas this weekend and will snoop around there also.

jmortimer · May 19, 2011, 09:37 AM

For punching paper and plinking most everyone seems to like Missouri Bullets. For hunting and really hot loads I would suggest Beartooth Bullets or even Oregon Trails. If used for hunting it's all about the meplat and that is where a LBT bullet such as a Beartooth will shine. Both make gas checked bullets for the hot loads and are over 20+ BHN.

wncchester · May 19, 2011, 09:43 AM

"who makes a good lead cast 44mag bullet? "

Me!

Casting your own is fairly easy and really cost effective.

woody wood · May 19, 2011, 09:47 AM

i know-- i should just make my own-just need more time that i dont have.mabe someday down the road.

mikld · May 19, 2011, 10:50 AM

Beartoot Bullets will supply you with .44 cal. bullets from .429" up to .432" so you can cut down leading. Get bullets same size as your cylinder throats and larger than groove diameter.

Ozzieman · May 19, 2011, 05:58 PM

Penn's 200 bevel base works well in both handguns and rifles. For deer the 320 is like hitting them with a cannon.

http://www.pennbullets.com/44/44200rnfpbb.html

zxcvbob · May 19, 2011, 06:33 PM

Check with mastercastbullets.com

I've used their .357, .45, and .30 pistol bullets and they are great even when pushed hard. Don't know why .44 would be any different.

Nosparetime · May 19, 2011, 06:53 PM

I have used a lot of Oregon Trail. Not the cheapest but great bullets

bluetopper · May 19, 2011, 09:27 PM

Z Cast Bullets is the cheapest, but for a really nice selection and great flat base (not bevel) cast bullets, Matts Bullets is the place to go.
Neither one will lead your barrel if they fit like they ought to.

totaldla · May 19, 2011, 10:00 PM

Leadhead bullets makes the best WFN for the $. I like their 270gr plain base WFN - pretty much the only cast I shoot anymore.

Ozzieman · May 20, 2011, 07:36 AM

+1 totaldla
Although I have never used Leadhead I have a friend that uses their gas check bullets in a 30-30 in a Contender. Most impressive for accuracy.

WESHOOT2 · May 22, 2011, 12:02 PM

Penn Bullets for non-exotic choices; my personal choice.

Beartooth and Cast Performance for serious special-needs projectiles; best. Also my personal choice.

These three manufacturers typify what I consider best business practices. The products offered are superior, enough so that certain ammunition manufacturers choose their bullets.

I'm buying Penn Bullets for my personal use; I could buy any.
I've certainly tested enough other brands.

jmortimer · May 22, 2011, 01:20 PM

Well said

wuluf · May 23, 2011, 10:04 AM

http://www.dardascastbullets.com/

accurate, not expensive and great service

grubbylabs · May 23, 2011, 12:32 PM

I cast great bullets for my 44 mag. I also cast some great ones for my 45 auto.

Good luck on your search. If you get into a bind let me know I might be able to help you out with a few.

woody wood · May 23, 2011, 03:05 PM

thanks grubby

GeauxTide · May 23, 2011, 08:51 PM

Missouri Bullets for me.

mnhntr · May 23, 2011, 09:10 PM

+1 on the Missouri Bullet Company

ipscchef · May 24, 2011, 12:51 AM

I can speak to Beartooth and Cast Performance bullets very highly, as I have used them both, and they are very good bullets. I will use both in the future as they perform very well in my 45-70, .45 Colt and .45 acp loads, as well as my .41 Mag loads.

As for the .44 Mag, I highly recommend the Keith style bullet from Leadhead Bullets (www.proshootpro.com). This is an excellent bullet for both paper punching and hunting, IMHO.

One thing I just love about Leadhead is that if you get the Phone # from the gun magizine ads and call him, you will be able to speak to the man personaly, six days a week until midnight!! He is a very friendly and professional person to speak with, and is very happy to discuss any issues with you right over the phone any time you call!!

I have only used his Keith style bullet in my .44 Mags, but that is probably the only bullet I will be using for the forseeable future, as it does everything that I want a bullet to do. They seem to be cast at the optimum hardness to prevent excessive leading of my barrels and have given great accuracy to boot.

The Keith bullets from Leadheads do everything that I ask from them in my
.357,.41, .44, and .45 loads as far as accuracy and stopping power. So you may want to give them a try. They are my #1 bullet in all of these calibers for the time being.

If further proof of their quality is needed, the last time I checked, they provide CorBon with ALL of their cast bullets! That speaks volumes, to me, anyway.

Last, but most certainly not least, I shot competition matches for over a decade using Oregon Trails Lazercast bullets out of my Kimber 1911 .45, and I do not think there is a finer bullet out there for such purposes as their 230 and 250gr. rn. And yes, I used the 250gr. RN in my 1911 to knock down the steel plates, and it worked!!

Having said that, there are many bullet companies out there that make very good products these days, going by what I have heard and read. Penn bullets, Missouri bullet co., etc, all seem to be putting out excellent products now judging by what is said here and on other boards.

Bottem line; give Leadhead bullets a try, I do not think you will be dissapointed, and if you are, you will have a parade of choices to look at.

JMHO, and as always, YMMV

Willy

bfoosh006 · May 27, 2011, 05:06 PM

Dang, I was going to suggest either of these two ( because of the coating on 'em )... but they no longer show .44 ( .429ish ) bullets... the coating is great ! Little if any leading , no excess smoke, cleanup is a breeze...

http://www.precisionbullets.com/

https://blackbulletsinternational.com/

May 19, 2011, 09:47 AM	#4
woody wood Senior Member Join Date: January 13, 2010 Location: minnesota Posts: 271	i know-- i should just make my own-just need more time that i dont have.mabe someday down the road. __________________ nra member proud father and patriot

May 19, 2011, 10:50 AM	#5
mikld Senior Member Join Date: February 7, 2009 Location: Southern Oregon! Posts: 2,891	Beartoot Bullets will supply you with .44 cal. bullets from .429" up to .432" so you can cut down leading. Get bullets same size as your cylinder throats and larger than groove diameter. __________________ My Anchor is holding fast! I've learned how to stand on my own two knees...

May 19, 2011, 06:33 PM	#7
zxcvbob Senior Member Join Date: December 20, 2007 Location: S.E. Minnesota Posts: 4,720	Check with mastercastbullets.com I've used their .357, .45, and .30 pistol bullets and they are great even when pushed hard. Don't know why .44 would be any different. __________________ "Everything they do is so dramatic and flamboyant. It just makes me want to set myself on fire!" —Lucille Bluth

May 19, 2011, 10:00 PM	#10
totaldla Senior Member Join Date: August 10, 2009 Location: SW Idaho Posts: 1,291	Leadhead bullets makes the best WFN for the $. I like their 270gr plain base WFN - pretty much the only cast I shoot anymore. __________________ Lee Auto Bench Prime Castor Oil Case Lube

May 20, 2011, 07:36 AM	#11
Ozzieman Senior Member Join Date: December 14, 2004 Location: Northern Indiana Posts: 6,117	+1 totaldla Although I have never used Leadhead I have a friend that uses their gas check bullets in a 30-30 in a Contender. Most impressive for accuracy. Last edited by Ozzieman; May 20, 2011 at 07:50 AM.

May 19, 2011, 09:32 AM	#1
woody wood Senior Member Join Date: January 13, 2010 Location: minnesota Posts: 271	who makes a good lead cast 44mag bullet? i usualy use fmj bullets from hornady or montana gold- due to some hot loads i sometime use,but want to try out some cast lead.what brand do you guys use? looking for a good price with minimal leading!(isn't everyone!) i will be going to cabellas this weekend and will snoop around there also. __________________ nra member proud father and patriot

May 19, 2011, 09:37 AM	#2
jmortimer Junior member Join Date: January 24, 2010 Location: South West Riverside County California Posts: 2,763	For punching paper and plinking most everyone seems to like Missouri Bullets. For hunting and really hot loads I would suggest Beartooth Bullets or even Oregon Trails. If used for hunting it's all about the meplat and that is where a LBT bullet such as a Beartooth will shine. Both make gas checked bullets for the hot loads and are over 20+ BHN.

May 19, 2011, 09:43 AM	#3
wncchester Senior Member Join Date: December 1, 2002 Posts: 2,832	"who makes a good lead cast 44mag bullet? " Me! Casting your own is fairly easy and really cost effective.

May 19, 2011, 05:58 PM	#6
Ozzieman Senior Member Join Date: December 14, 2004 Location: Northern Indiana Posts: 6,117	Penn's 200 bevel base works well in both handguns and rifles. For deer the 320 is like hitting them with a cannon. http://www.pennbullets.com/44/44200rnfpbb.html

May 19, 2011, 06:53 PM	#8
Nosparetime Senior Member Join Date: July 6, 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 100	I have used a lot of Oregon Trail. Not the cheapest but great bullets

May 19, 2011, 09:27 PM	#9
bluetopper Senior Member Join Date: December 16, 2005 Location: Northeast TX Posts: 1,197	Z Cast Bullets is the cheapest, but for a really nice selection and great flat base (not bevel) cast bullets, Matts Bullets is the place to go. Neither one will lead your barrel if they fit like they ought to.

May 22, 2011, 12:02 PM	#12
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	not 'good'; 'best' (unsolicited) Penn Bullets for non-exotic choices; my personal choice. Beartooth and Cast Performance for serious special-needs projectiles; best. Also my personal choice. These three manufacturers typify what I consider best business practices. The products offered are superior, enough so that certain ammunition manufacturers choose their bullets. I'm buying Penn Bullets for my personal use; I could buy any. I've certainly tested enough other brands. __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"

May 22, 2011, 01:20 PM	#13
jmortimer Junior member Join Date: January 24, 2010 Location: South West Riverside County California Posts: 2,763	Well said

May 23, 2011, 10:04 AM	#14
wuluf Senior Member Join Date: October 30, 2006 Location: River City CA Posts: 228	I've had good luck with http://www.dardascastbullets.com/ accurate, not expensive and great service __________________ Freedom isn't the choice the world encourages. You have to wear a suit of armor to defend it.

May 23, 2011, 12:32 PM	#15
grubbylabs Senior Member Join Date: October 11, 2009 Location: Hansen Idaho Posts: 1,465	I cast great bullets for my 44 mag. I also cast some great ones for my 45 auto. Good luck on your search. If you get into a bind let me know I might be able to help you out with a few. __________________ * (Swinging club) Whack! whack! whack! * Nope, the old nag's still dead . (Capt Charlie)

May 23, 2011, 03:05 PM	#16
woody wood Senior Member Join Date: January 13, 2010 Location: minnesota Posts: 271	thanks grubby __________________ nra member proud father and patriot

May 23, 2011, 08:51 PM	#17
GeauxTide Senior Member Join Date: April 20, 2009 Location: Helena, AL Posts: 4,423	Missouri Bullets for me.

May 23, 2011, 09:10 PM	#18
mnhntr Senior Member Join Date: April 9, 2008 Posts: 972	+1 on the Missouri Bullet Company

May 24, 2011, 12:51 AM	#19
ipscchef Senior Member Join Date: November 1, 2008 Location: South Central Pa. Posts: 427	Just my .02$- (.01$ after our Dear Leader gets his cut) I can speak to Beartooth and Cast Performance bullets very highly, as I have used them both, and they are very good bullets. I will use both in the future as they perform very well in my 45-70, .45 Colt and .45 acp loads, as well as my .41 Mag loads. As for the .44 Mag, I highly recommend the Keith style bullet from Leadhead Bullets (www.proshootpro.com). This is an excellent bullet for both paper punching and hunting, IMHO. One thing I just love about Leadhead is that if you get the Phone # from the gun magizine ads and call him, you will be able to speak to the man personaly, six days a week until midnight!! He is a very friendly and professional person to speak with, and is very happy to discuss any issues with you right over the phone any time you call!! I have only used his Keith style bullet in my .44 Mags, but that is probably the only bullet I will be using for the forseeable future, as it does everything that I want a bullet to do. They seem to be cast at the optimum hardness to prevent excessive leading of my barrels and have given great accuracy to boot. The Keith bullets from Leadheads do everything that I ask from them in my .357,.41, .44, and .45 loads as far as accuracy and stopping power. So you may want to give them a try. They are my #1 bullet in all of these calibers for the time being. If further proof of their quality is needed, the last time I checked, they provide CorBon with ALL of their cast bullets! That speaks volumes, to me, anyway. Last, but most certainly not least, I shot competition matches for over a decade using Oregon Trails Lazercast bullets out of my Kimber 1911 .45, and I do not think there is a finer bullet out there for such purposes as their 230 and 250gr. rn. And yes, I used the 250gr. RN in my 1911 to knock down the steel plates, and it worked!! Having said that, there are many bullet companies out there that make very good products these days, going by what I have heard and read. Penn bullets, Missouri bullet co., etc, all seem to be putting out excellent products now judging by what is said here and on other boards. Bottem line; give Leadhead bullets a try, I do not think you will be dissapointed, and if you are, you will have a parade of choices to look at. JMHO, and as always, YMMV Willy __________________ Don' keep shooting them until you think they are dead, Keep shooting them until they think they are dead.- Clint Smith Last edited by ipscchef; May 24, 2011 at 01:18 AM.

May 27, 2011, 05:06 PM	#20
bfoosh006 Senior Member Join Date: February 17, 2009 Posts: 1,089	Dang, I was going to suggest either of these two ( because of the coating on 'em )... but they no longer show .44 ( .429ish ) bullets... the coating is great ! Little if any leading , no excess smoke, cleanup is a breeze... http://www.precisionbullets.com/ https://blackbulletsinternational.com/