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I am wanting to load some 405 grain lead cast bullets for
close range ( under 100 yards ) deer hunting in my 1886 Win.
Question:
1. How hard , or soft should the cast lead be ?
2. Where to purchase such bullets ?

I would like to keep velocity in the 1300-1500 range.

I bought a bunch of 300 grain RNFP several years ago. They
are accurate and don't beat me up. Keep them at 1600+/- fps.
great for targets. I have no idea how hard they are.

Sorry, I forgot...Iam talking about a 45-70.

Thanks in advance for the info,

Rabbitdog