New AEA SLUGS

[JaceSpace1369]

I messed with the tune a little and it is what it is. For giggles I put a little Mobile 1 on 10 slugs to see what would happen. A BIG FAT ZERO.....as in no change what so ever. The thud from the slugs on my steel trap is pretty darn solid, not sure how hard the lead is. Hoping to get out next week and see if some ground squirrels are out and about for some practical testing. I suppose I could ask for a gray squirrel volunteer but the Mrs. would do me bodily harm.

I hear ya, they have a nice hollowpoint, but they do seem to be harder, not sure how hard though. Let us know your results when you hit game!

 

[sonnysan]

Right?! I wanted to try out the .22 in my hubens but the diameter is too small and I'm afraid the length may be too long for it.

You'll probably want to try these out in your huben as cast:

217-30-FN-BJ5 5 Cavity BT W/HP | NOE Bullet Moulds

noebulletmolds.com

 

[JaceSpace1369]

You'll probably want to try these out in your huben as cast:

217-30-FN-BJ5 5 Cavity BT W/HP | NOE Bullet Moulds

noebulletmolds.com

I appreciate the help, but 224 is too large for either of my magazines gk1/k1. The k1 likes the VK .223 slugs they measure .2228 and are a snug fit.

I'm also was thinking of trying the AEA because I have a custom 218 sized magazine.

 

[sonnysan]

I appreciate the help, but 224 is too large for either of my magazines gk1/k1. The k1 likes the VK .223 slugs they measure .2228 and are a snug fit.

I'm also was thinking of trying the AEA because I have a custom 218 sized magazine.

Have you ever tried these in either .222 or .223? https://www.mp-molds.com/product/22-air-rifle-mold-8cav-mold/

 

[JaceSpace1369]

Have you ever tried these in either .222 or .223? https://www.mp-molds.com/product/22-air-rifle-mold-8cav-mold/

No, I haven't tried any of those nor tried to make any. What else would I need because that cast mold to make slugs?

 

[WobblyHand]

No, I haven't tried any of those nor tried to make any. What else would I need because that cast mold to make slugs?

A melting pot and a ladle. I find the bottom pour pots leak, or tend to clog. Get some pure lead and a stout stick to knock off the sprue. Don't wear synthetic fabric while casting. It will melt or burn if lead splashes on it. Jeans or cotton is fine. Some folks wear gloves, I don't. Casting isn't difficult. Definitely brings down your ammo costs if you can find the right mold that your guns like.

 

[JaceSpace1369]

A melting pot and a ladle. I find the bottom pour pots leak, or tend to clog. Get some pure lead and a stout stick to knock off the sprue. Don't wear synthetic fabric while casting. It will melt or burn if lead splashes on it. Jeans or cotton is fine. Some folks wear gloves, I don't. Casting isn't difficult. Definitely brings down your ammo costs if you can find the right mold that your guns like.

Thanks for the info, sounds like something that I could do once I move out of my apartment complex get my own house.

 

[north40]

I shot them out of my .22 king and I personally liked them very much. I am running a 700mm barrel and it has been shooting the Altaros .40 grn slugs with laser beam accuracy so I really didn't expect to be blown away but I was very pleasantly surprised. I shot out to 200 yds and I will definitely be buying more.