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LEE 90444 MOLD DC ROUND BALL 457
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SKU: 90444-734307904449
Overview
This double-cavity mold is designed for shooters who need to produce .457 diameter round balls for muzzleloader use. It makes 143.28-grain balls and includes handles, giving you a straightforward setup for casting at the bench. The product is best suited to hunters and black powder enthusiasts who already know their firearm’s load requirements and want to follow the owner’s manual or powder manufacturer’s guidance.
Why Hunters Choose the Lee Precision
Double-cavity Mold
Supports producing two .457 diameter
Includes Handles
For easier use with the
Specified Ball
Weight is 143.28 grains
Clear Product
Guidance advises checking muzzle loader
Straightforward Mold
Design for round ball casting
Key Features
- Double-cavity mold for casting round balls
- Produces .457 diameter balls
- Ball weight is 143.28 grains
- Includes handles
- Load data should be verified with your muzzle loader manual or powder manufacturer
Best Used For
- Muzzleloader shooters needing a .457 diameter round ball mold for loading projects
- Hunters working with compatible muzzle loaders and following published load data
- Shooters who want a double cavity mold for producing round balls at the bench
- Reloaders seeking a mold that includes handles and clear muzzleloader load-data guidance
Specifications
| Ball Weight | 143.28 grains |
|---|---|
| Cavity Count | Double Cavity |
| Diameter | .457 |
| Includes Handles | Yes |
| Load Data Advisory | Check with the owners manual that came with your muzzle loader or visit a powder manufactures website for load data. |
Pros
- Double-cavity mold supports producing two .457 diameter balls per casting cycle.
- Includes handles for easier use with the mold.
- Specified ball weight is 143.28 grains.
- Clear product guidance advises checking muzzle loader manuals for load data.
- Straightforward mold design for round ball casting applications.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This mold is specific to a .457 diameter round ball, so it is suited to muzzleloaders that call for that size rather than a general-purpose casting setup.
- The listed 143.28-grain ball weight is fixed by the mold design, leaving little flexibility if you need a different projectile weight.
- Load data is not provided here; the product information directs users to the muzzleloader owner’s manual or a powder manufacturer’s website for safe charge guidance.
- Handles are included, but no other accessories or setup details are specified in the product data.
Suggested Comparisons
- Muzzleloader round ball molds
- Single-cavity bullet molds
- Muzzleloader loading accessories
- Black powder shooting components
Suggested Accessories
- Muzzleloader loading manual
- Bullet lubricant
- Casting pot
- Mold storage case
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this mold produce?
It produces a .457 diameter round ball weighing 143.28 grains.
Is this a single-cavity or double-cavity mold?
This is a double-cavity mold.
Does the mold include handles?
Yes, the product includes handles.
What should I use for load data with this mold?
The product notes to check the owner’s manual that came with your muzzle loader or visit a powder manufacturer’s website for load data.
Is any muzzleloader compatibility information provided?
No specific muzzleloader models or compatibility details are provided in the product data.