Thread: I reloaded some 45-70 for my new rifle!

Originally Posted by norsk

What are you using for Bullet Lubricant?I dip the tip of the projectile in cheap mayonase before I shoot it.No good for hunting but works well on the range,keeps the fouling soft.Many people use water based hand cream but I find Mayo works just as well.

I shoot a original trapdoor and use the Lee .459 Hollow base bullet.Its the one most people use with older Rifles,it "setts up" and helps engrave into the Rifling better.Something you won't have to worry about with your new Barrel.

using bees wax based lube I make myself I'm not to worried about fouling as I use swiss black powder which is very clean burning for black powder I also wipe the barrel out every 5 shots when shooting so as long as I don't get lead build up in barrel I'm happy