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Bullets for as cast loading of Garand?
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I posted this in reloading in another form of question. I was wondering if anyone knew what bullet might have been used. It was shot as cast in the garand with a case full of powder. They just dipped the case in a box of powder and levelled it at the top. The bullet was a cast Lyman style I believe? Around 210 grains and it must be pointed somewhat to feed in the Garand? Thanks for your data. Packy
 
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It could be any number of different Lyman bullets but I'd guess #311299 or #311284 both of which have a fairly pointed nose and depending on the alloy would fall into the weight range you asked about.
I don't know if Lyman still makes "299" but "284 is still available. The "299" was slightly lighter than "284" but that could change some depending on the alloy. I ahve the "284" and am always looking for the "299" to try out.
Anyway, that's my best guess on the bullet.
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I believe it was the 311284. Thanks for the data. Packy
 
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