In light of recent decisions to discontinue these bullets, I enlisted the assistance of a small bullet maker to make similar bullets.
The 348 nose die was cut too short and we're waiting on a reamer to cut it deeper. A new die would take 6-18 months to manufacture and a "warranty" repair may take just as long to complete. Bullet weights will likely range between 220gr and 250gr.
The 35 cal bullets may become available sooner. They will closely replicate the Speer 220gr HCFN. They are intended to work well in 35 Rem and 356 Win leverguns but may have more applications. Bullet weights will likely range between 200gr and 220gr.
I have been focused on a lower 48 version and an Alaska version of both bullets. The Alaska version will likely have less lead exposed and a thicker or longer jacket.
Prices will vary based on nose profiles, exposed lead, jacket thickness, and whether they can be bonded for more duarability. If I had to guess I'd say .60 - .90 each. Again, that's just a guess.
I'll update this thread once bullets are available for purchase or more details become available.
Any ideas of suitability for 358 win? For reference I have a short barrelled one that i am currently shooting 200 grain hornadys at 2425 fps.
......the occasional hunter wielding a hopelessly inaccurate rifle, living by the fantastical rule that this cartridge can deliver the goods, regardless of shot placement or rifle accuracy. The correct term for this is minute of ego.
Smart decision to go 220gr and 250gr in the 348win. The 348win really wasn't much of an deer cartridge. It's more of an elk, moose, and bear tool. I'm glad to see an line of bullets aimed at larger game.
I will certainly be in for a few boxes of 220gr .348 bullets.
Also, Dinny, thank you for your previous assistance re cast bullets/gas checks for the .348- I am waiting on a receiver sight to start load development.
If you can't be a good example, may you at least serve as a dreadful warning
Also, Dinny, thank you for your previous assistance re cast bullets/gas checks for the .348- I am waiting on a receiver sight to start load development.
You're most welcome. Hopefully the powdercoat solves the size issue.
Smart decision to go 220gr and 250gr in the 348win. The 348win really wasn't much of an deer cartridge. It's more of an elk, moose, and bear tool. I'm glad to see an line of bullets aimed at larger game.
Deer hunters won't be excluded. Just today I received an image of a 200gr prototype bullet. Another die was constructed to push the nose back a bit. This should make for a highly accurate bullet.
