Thread: Lee 358-158-RF and Other Bullets

I really like the Lee 358-158-RF projectiles. But so far I haven't managed to shoot them consistently into small enough groups.

The Lee 358-200-RF bullets have performed well for me at just under 1000fps. And the 358-125-RF bullets give me acceptable accuracy for close range hunting. It would be good though, if I could tame the 158 grain bullets with their lovely big meplat. I've tried them at subsonic speeds up to maybe 1550 fps. Sometimes I shoot a group that falls into the 'good enough' category, but then I might get a flyer or a completely lousy group.

I don't know why bullets should perform differently with different powders, but it seems to be the case. ADI AP70N seems to give the best results, but my testing hasn't been extensive. I also have Trail Boss, AR2205 and APS350. My worst groups are often associated with APS350. The AR2205 seems to make a disproportionately loud bang.

So I'm wondering.... has anybody had pleasing accuracy using Lee 358-158-RN bullets? (I'd settle for 4MOA, but I'd prefer 3MOA or less). If you shoot Lee bullets in your .357 magnum rifle, which ones give you the best results?

Thanks in advance... Coote.