Home Forums Reloading Bullet Casting Ideal 360271

My first post in this sub forum, just gathering materials to start casting for the first time. Apologies in advance for the newbie questions..

I found this old Ideal single cavity mold for $25. My intention was to use it to cast for an S&W 27-2 .357/.38spl.
From what I've been reading tonight online I'm less convinced that this mold is 'ideal' for this application.

Your opinion?