Rec'd my Lee .459 500 3R today and ran off 60 or so within 35 minutes. Otta ww alloy it weighs 485 grs at .459-.460 dia with a short bore ride of .449+. This bullet carries more lube than a Postell, has the same bearing surface as a Postell and is more flight efficent. Lee lists a BC of .443 on their site with an OAL of 1.35" compared to the Postell at around 1.42". This design certainly compares favorably to the Postell-- the Lee having a Gunn type nose with a rounded tip.
My mold casted flawlessly-- sans Lee-ment. Can't wait to shooten it tomorrow.
If anyone wants a pic just post your particulars or send a PM.
[ 02-16-2003, 19:29: Message edited by: aladin ]
Posts: 1529 | Location: Central Wisconsin | Registered: 01 March 2001
aladin, I went over to the Lee site and ordered one of those molds. I didn't even know they had that one! I would appreciate it if you could send a picture of it so I know what I just ordered. They don't have a picture of that one on-line yet. At least if there is I couldn't find it. My e-mail is:
quote:Originally posted by aladin: Try this??? [OK....I FINALLY GOT THE SUCKER TO WORK..]
CAPTION OF COURSE DIDN'T MAKE IT. SHOULD READ
From left to rt.
1. Lyman 480 457658 Smitzer 2. Lyman Mathews Nose pour 3. Lyman 457125 500 gr Gov 4. Lee .457 500 3R-- just released Jan '03 5. Lyman Postell 457132 525 grs 6. LBT .460 SP1R 510 grs
The new Lee bullet is 1.35" long with the same bearing surface length as the Postell at .68". Has a very short bore ride which is casting .4495 otta ww alloy- with the drivers casting .459 to .460 again ww alloy. Lee lists the BC on their website at .443
