Minie Choice?
OK. I bought an ArmiSport 3 Band 1855 Type I NIB unfired. I've sized the land diameter at 0.578 with a set of precision pin guages. So, the $64K question is 575 or 577 bullet diameter? Twist rate is published as 1-48. I have a Lyman 575213OS Mold already. My current sizer die is 575. I'm thinking of getting a new sizing die to 576 or 577 if I can find one. I do not know the bullet diameter that the 575213 throws, as I have not cast with this mold. Back in the day, when I owned a PH Enfield (British) and Zoli Zouave with Dan Whitacre barrel, I used a Rapine 575510 and sized to 575. Shot great, but this rifle is a different breed, so your recommendations are requested. I'm going to try 45 gr. 3FG with 575213 sized to 575 to start with, probably tomorrow.
Clint Lovell - Forrest's Escort Company
Lt. General Richard Taylor Camp No. 1308 - SCV
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