7.62 X 54R Cast Bullet Load Development Part 1

The start of my 7.62 X 54R cast bullet load development for the 1946 M44 rifle featured here https://thereloadersnetwork.com/2020/06/05/russian-mosin-nagant-m44-overview/

And here: https://thereloadersnetwork.com/2020/06/08/mosin-nagant-m44-scout-sight-installation/

This is part 1 of a multi part series. Using the Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook and hand cast lead bullets to find a load and fine tune it to get the best groups. Also a discussion of the limitations of the 4 MOA optic.

John's Hand Loading

John has been shooting since he was a kid and is now a middle aged man. He likes shooting rifles and handguns, reloading, bullet casting and the outdoors. He believes in God, freedom and a good sense of humor.