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Old 12-10-2006 | 10:50 AM
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Default Is it just my imagination, or are cast bullets way dirtier than factory ammo?

I was just wondering if I am just imaginining things? After firing off 35 rounds of cast 240gr. reloads out of my Marlin 1894 44 Magnum rifle yesterday I could not believe how dirty it was. It was still shooting well, but dirty as could be. Is this due to the lube they put on the bullets burning up in the barrel, or are lead bullets just way dirtier than the jacketed ones? I know that in the 22's the lead bullets always foul quicker in it too. Maybe this is just common knowledge, but I thought that I would throw it out there and maybe somebody would have some tips for me.
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