Are you on the hunt for the perfect cast lead bullet?
I got a chance to check out what Missouri Bullet Company offers the home reloader.
It is a very good day when not one, but two packages with a good amount of weight to them arrive at your house from Missouri Bullet Company. Inside of those packages were four varieties of cast projectiles to test out in their popular sample bags. These cast lead projectiles have the Hi-Tek coating already applied. Here is more about that incredible coating right from Missouri Bullet Company’s website:
What is the Hi-Tek coating and how is it applied?
The coating is made in Australia and imported here. We are currently lined to up distribute this coating along with unsized/unlubed bullets so that folks can apply the coating themselves. The coating itself consists of a catalyst which binds a polymeric colorant agent with acetone which is then applied in bulk to raw bullets and baked onto the bullets’ surface at nearly 400 degrees. The coating is a polymer (bonded with metal) and forms an extremely tough new surface for the bullet. The application of the coating is repeated for an additional coat. The bullets are then sized normally but not lubricated, as the coating itself acts as bullet lube. Nominal bullet diameter is not affected.What are the advantages of Hi-Tek coated bullets?
Many indoor ranges prohibit the use of lead bullets but allow the use of coated bullets due to the fact that no lead is exposed to the environment.
Leading of the bore is dramatically reduced, as is lube smoke. Long shooting sessions do not have to be interrupted by bore cleaning.
Higher velocities can be attained with coated bullets.
Health benefits for the reloader, as there is no touching of bare lead.
Reduced force required to seat and crimp because the bullets are slippery.
2-Extreme Hi-Tek catalyst – We use this newest catalyst from the manufacturer because it has superb lubricity. It is well worth the extra cost relative to the standard catalyst. The bullets actually look “wet” and are very slippery. This lubricity reduces friction-related heat as the bullet traverses the bore.
In summary, Hi-Tek coated bullets offer the advantages associated with plated bullets without the expense.Can I purchase the Hi-Tek 2-Extreme coating from you?
Yes! The 7 ounce package will serve as the basis for one litre of finished solution (just add acetone) and will coat approximately 1000 lbs. of bullets with one coat. Two coats (which is what we do) will coat half that amount. 7 ounces will ship in a small flat-rate carton for $8.00 and is comprised of two cans, each containing 3.5 ounces. Because of supply chain issues, we have only been stocking available color options, and current color may vary depending on availability.
First off let’s take a look at the incredible .45/70 caliber projectiles offered in the #1 Buffalo and #2 Buffalo selections.
The #2 Buffalo cartridge is for “small buffalo”. Think about that, a small buffalo. With a 300 grain round nose flat point that has a hardness of Brinell 18, it would be devastating for anything it comes up against, such as deer, hogs and yes, even small buffalo, though I am sure it would ruin a large buffalo’s day too!
Here is more about this quite imposing projectile:
#2 Buffalo – Hi-Tek
#HT-458300M
.459 Diameter
300 Grain RNFP
Brinell 18
Bullet OAL .777 +/-
For Small Buffalo
Hi-Tek 2-Extreme Coating from J&M Specialized Products P/L
Color may vary
When caliper checked for size they are right on the money.
Need even a bigger .45/70 projectile? Well the massive 405 grain round nose flat point #1 Buffalo projectile. This one is for “large buffalo” and might I add dinosaurs too!
Check out the up close look at those quite large lead cast beasts! Here is what they are listed as on the website:
#1 Buffalo – Hi-Tek
#HT-458405M
.459 Diameter
405 Grain RNFP
Brinell 18
Bullet OAL 1.040 +/-
For Large Buffalo
Hi-Tek 2-Extreme Coating from J&M Specialized Products P/L
Color may vary
For large game or absolutely hammering a target at your local club, they are ready to rock! Just add your favorite cartridge casing, primer and powder.
What about those shooters that enjoy a great lead cast .357 diameter projectile for their favorite .38 Special or .357 Magnum? Well Missouri Bullet Company has you covered too.
Let’s first look at the .357 Action-GL Hi-Tek Coated 158 grain semi-wadcutters.
When you are loading coated cast lead projectiles, grooves are not necessary since their is no need to lube them. Just load and go! Here are the specifics of this high quality projectile:
.357 Action!-Grooveless
#HT-358158MGL
.358 Diameter
.357 Magnum
158 Grain SWC – Grooveless
Brinell 18
Bullet OAL .684 +/-
For Magnum Velocities
Hi-Tek 2-Extreme Coating from J&M Specialized Products P/L
Color may vary
They sure are pretty right? Well they are made for action too!
Need a lighter weight coated cast lead projectile? Well the 140 grain .357 Zinger is ready for your loading bench.
Once again as with the previous projectiles, they mic out great. Also, they sport the Brinell 18 hardness.
.357 Zinger – Hi-Tek
#HT-358140M
.358 Diameter
.357 Magnum
140 Grain TCFP
Brinell 18
Bullet OAL .613 +/-
For Fast Action Velocities
Hi-Tek 2-Extreme Coating from J&M Specialized Products P/L
Color may vary
No need to lube these also, though grooves are present if you wish to.
I look forward to when the snow melts at my local club to sling these great looking projectiles downrange and of course load some for next season’s deer hunts. If you are looking for great Hi-Tek coated cast lead projectiles to load your own handloads at home look no further. Missouri Bullet Company has you covered. Be sure to check out their website to see all of the great projectiles they offer.