FAQ

"Because You Care Enough To Send The Very Best Down Range"

Pardon our dust as this page under goes construction. Check back occasionally as we expect to add additional information from time to time.

Do you offer multiple cavity bullet moulds?
Do you offer gas check bullet moulds?
Do you offer nose pour bullet moulds?
Do I need to break-in my mould?
How should I clean my mould prior to casting?
Should I use any kind of a mould prep?
How should I store my moulds?
Do you offer any casting tips or instructions?
How do I use the deburring tool?

Do you offer multiple cavity bullet moulds?

No, all Paul Jones bullet moulds are single cavity.

Do you offer gas check bullet moulds ?

No, all Paul Jones bullet moulds are plain base.

Do you offer nose pour bullet moulds?

No, all Paul Jones bullet moulds are base pour.

Do I need to break-in my mould?

Other than bringing your mould up to temperature prior to casting no break-in is required.

How should I clean my mould prior to casting?

Thoroughly clean it with a spray cleaner such as Birchwood Casey Gun Scrubber. Pay special attention to the bullet cavity and vent lines. Never scrub the mould surfaces with any kind of abrasive or wire brush.

Back to Top

Should I use any kind of a mould prep?

No, we do not recommend using mould prep.

How should I store my moulds?

After each use we recommend spraying the mould with WD-40 and wrapping it in a plastic bag for storage. We do not recommend leaving the last bullet in the mould as this practice can attract moisture and cause rust to form on the mould.

Do you offer any casting tips or instructions?

Experience is the best teacher. Obviously every bullet caster either has or will eventually settle on a technique that works bests for him or her. With that in mind we offer the following recommendations:

First, always use a dipper (ladle) and never use any kind of mould prep. Remember the alignment pins are hard and the blocks are soft so always use caution when closing your mould. Never return the sprue plate to the stop pin (closed) position while the mould is still open. Doing so may cause the sprue plate to strike the inside of the mould cavity damaging it.

In order to cast a good bullet it will take between 7 to 12 seconds for the sprue to set up. After this time has elapsed cut the sprue and then hit the pivot point of the handle while the mould is still closed and in the horizontal position. Next, tilt the mould to the left, slightly past horizontal, and with the face of your mallet push against the bottom right hand side of the mould towards the left mould block while simultaneously opening the mould with your left hand (click on the thumbnail below to see a picture of this). Pushing on the side of the right hand mould block will eliminate any tendency of the mould to bind on the top alignment pin. Once the mould is fully open return it to the horizontal position and lightly tap the inside of the right hand handle, the bullet should drop out.

Instructions on using the deburring tool

Please read the following prior to using your deburring tool.

In order to fit inside the case mouth, deburring tool pilot shanks are manufactured .002" under standard expander die size for a given caliber. For example, nominal expander die size for .45-70 caliber cases is .456", therefore the deburring tool pilot diameter for a .45-70 case is .454". Nominal expander die size for .30 caliber cases is .306", consequently pilot diameter is .304". If the pilot will not fit into the case mouth or the fit is too loose the case should be sized and/or expanded. If after proper sizing and expanding the pilot will still not fit into the case mouth you probably have a non-standard die set. If this is the case you have two options, either purchase a standard die set or exchange your deburring tool. Call us to discuss this further. We will be glad to exchange your standard size deburring tool (in new condition) for a custom size. Also, keep in mind that new, unfired cases are typically sized to minimum SAAMI specs. by the factory and will need to be expanded prior to being deburred.

Your case mouth deburring tool will last a lifetime if used correctly. Please remember to...

Always rotate the tool in a clockwise direction, never counter-clockwise. Counter-clockwise rotation will dull the cutting edge.
Always use the deburring tool as a hand tool. It was not designed to be used in a lathe, drill press or similar.
Never bang or drop the deburring tool on a hard surface. Banging or dropping the tool on a hard surface may cause it to shatter.
Use caution when using the tool, the cutting edges are very sharp.
Always wear eye protection.

Thank you and good shooting!

Problems with this web site? Send e-mail to: webmaster@pauljonesmoulds.com