TonyS. 12 Posted December 13, 2014 Guys, I'm a beginner reloader. After months of reading and researching I've taken the plunge. I got a Hornady LnL and finally what I needed to get started except powder and bullets (still looking). For my 1911 .45 I'm planning on going with 230grain round-nose bullets, but I'm curious about coated bullets. I see Ibejiheads is somewhat local to me so I thought I'd try his bullets out. The problem I have is what bullet type do I reference when looking up loading data for these coated lead bullets? Do I go with data for lead or jacketed round-nose bullets? Thank you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronhonda 86 Posted December 13, 2014 Go with lead data. His bullets work real well and are nicely priced. I use them for 9mm, 40s&w, and 45acp. Will use them exclusively once my stash of Montana Gold runs out. FWIW, I use CLAYS for 45acp.(don't hate) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TonyS. 12 Posted December 13, 2014 Go with lead data. His bullets work real well and are nicely priced. I use them for 9mm, 40s&w, and 45acp. Will use them exclusively once my stash of Montana Gold runs out. FWIW, I use CLAYS for 45acp.(don't hate) Thanks, Ronny. I'm definitely going to check them out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old School 611 Posted December 13, 2014 I'm sure Ron has an excellent load for "HIS" gun. Step any load back a bit and work up. Remember it's not a cake and a "recipe". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TonyS. 12 Posted December 13, 2014 I'm sure Ron has an excellent load for "HIS" gun. Step any load back a bit and work up. Remember it's not a cake and a "recipe". Right. Got it. Thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayWilling 33 Posted December 13, 2014 I use coated bullets almost exclusively for my range ammo. Everything I have read says to use the lead loads, but that the coated bullet can take a slightly higher pressure than the lead. I have seen a couple of references to using loads between lead and jacketed, but I try to stay at the lead loads. It's safer and a little easier on your gun as well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronhonda 86 Posted December 14, 2014 Most of the shooters that I know (USPSA) who use the coated ibejiheads or other brands, seem to like them and use the lead data for whatever powder you are using. Just chrono the loads for your needs. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AdamM 42 Posted December 14, 2014 The Ibejiheads are very slippery and I find that the velocity will have an extra 10 - 20 faster faster than lubed cast lead bullets. You can usually load 0.1 to 0.2 grains lighter for the same results. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
noylj 5 Posted December 19, 2014 Coated lead is the same as lead. The bullet source can verify this. They are more than happy to help (they want you to keep buying their bullets). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sixtytwo327 14 Posted December 19, 2014 Lead load data. Don't shy away from lead. I've shot a lot of bullets from CJN Casting in Toms River. http://www.cjncasting.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jvheitz 5 Posted December 19, 2014 Clays + 230gr RN ibejiheads for .45 major is a very nice combo. As long as you have clays lol. Like Ron said, use lead load data and chrono your loads. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ronhonda 86 Posted December 19, 2014 Lswc 200gr 4.3 clays = 174pf out of a Trojan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alec.mc 180 Posted December 20, 2014 Coated lead is the same as lead I disagree. Lead is not the same as coated. Coated is cleaner, faster, smokes less, and is more pleasurable to load without getting gunk on your hands. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
magnawing 5 Posted December 20, 2014 I usually wear nitrile gloves when I reload to avoid not only the "gunk" factor but also the lead and other contaminants that can cause problems from prolonged exposure. Being an occupational safety specialist, I try to practice what I preach. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites