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Reloading/Casting for 38-40
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November 5, 2026 - 6:51 pm
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What are you guys using for a bullet mold for 38-40 win ??

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All of my 38 WCF reloads are jacketed bullets (using Hornady XTP bullets).

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Slug your barrel.  I have never used these guys but they have some .401″ for sale.

Missouri Bullet Company

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Well I knew I could buy them already made. I am looking for a mold to make my own.

I called Lyman today and they have suspended making any molds untill sometime later next year which to me doesn’t make sense. They claim they are concentrating on making silencers right now. Go figure. 

Lee makes the least expensive molds but they only are making  .401 diameter for 40 caliber and they do not have the crimp grove in them for loading 38-40. 

So it is looking like I have to find someone selling their old mold or like you have suggested buy pre-made projectiles. 

I enjoy making my own. 

Steve

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