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Old September 14, 2013, 01:19 PM   #2
PawPaw
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I don't use a gas check on any bullet, unless I'm driving it to over 1500 fps. Everything else is loaded without a check. The check is another step in the process, another expense, and simply un-necessary for most handgun ammo.

Most of my handgun bullets are loaded as-cast, without sizing. I simply tumble lube them and load them. However, as simple as it sounds, bullet casting is another facet of our hobby that seems to get under your skin, and you'll see problems that you never dreamed of, much less thought about. Bullet alloys, melting pots, sizing equipment, extra bullet molds, many of us get into it purely to save money, and wind up owning several hundred dollars worth of equipment.

On the other hand, I haven't bought a pistol bullet in many years. I make my own in the garage, and I'm able to build pistol ammo for about 5 cents a pop. Not a bad deal at all.
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