What type of crimp should I use on this cartridge. It will be used in a Marlin 1894 lever action. I'm not sure if I'm going to be using lead or copper.

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I always use a HEAVY taper crimp when loading any weight bullet for my .454 Casull. That is, as much crimp as the bullet will allow without distorting the case. This becomes increasingly important as bullet weight increases. Aslo, SD's are lower and accuracy is usually better when using a heavy crimp ay any bullet weight.

A heavy roll crimp in the bullets cannalure is what I use.

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Originally posted by waxman:
A heavy roll crimp in the bullets cannalure is what I use.

Ditto

Heavy roll-crimp.

I'm another Heavy Roll Crimp user, done as an extra Process Step.

Be sure to Trim all the Cases to the same length.

Yet another heavy roll crimper. (A lot heavier than I used to be.)

I use a heavy roll crimp in revolvers to keep the bullet from jumping out of the case, but have tested no crimp vs. light crimp vs. heavy crimp in a 357 lever gun and couldn't tell any difference.

As a result, now my lever gun loads are given only a light crimp, just enough to tuck the case mouth into the crimp groove. No point in working the brass more than necessary.

Heavy roll crimp here also. Gives more uniform powder ignition also.

I use a heavy crimp as well. It keeps the bullets from coming loose under heavy recoil and allows for for uniform powder ignition with lighter loads.

Heavy roll crimp, provides consistent ignition and in your Marlin it will keep the bullets from being seated further into the case. Use the heavy roll crimp with both lead or jacketed bullets, another thing, if you have a case trimmer, trim all of the cases to the same length to insure a consistent crimp with all of the cartridges that you load.

roll crimp, but not to heavy that u ruin the brass. Crimp into the cannalure. Just meet the surface of the bullet. The correct expander plug/case fit is what really holds the bullet. Keep the case length as close as possible.

Another roll crimp guy, but just enough to keep the bullet in the case of the 6th round fired in a revolver.

I use the lee 4 die carbide set for the 44mag.Its great and my 1894 loves the ammo i make!

Shootin' paper patch 300 grains of pure lead, close to max charge of Li'l Gun. Mild taper crimp, no issues with a Ruger 77/44. They worked in a Ruger Red Hawk as well, at least one box worth. 'Nother fella's gun....

I use the Lee Factory Crimp Die for $10.00 provides a excellent crimp!