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Lyman "Big Dipper" 115V Electric Casting Furnace$68.69
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The Lyman Master Casting Kit is a complete bullet casting system built for hunters and reloaders who want to take control of their ammunition supply from the ground up. This all-in-one package combines Lyman's proven Big Dipper Casting Furnace with the improved 4500 sizer/lubricator—the workhorse of cast-bullet reloading—plus everything else you need to go from raw lead to finished, sized bullets ready for loading.
Cast bullets offer serious advantages for the budget-conscious shooter and the tinkerer: they're cheaper than factory projectiles over time, they let you dial in loads for your specific rifle, and they work well in everything from vintage Levergun rounds to modern rifle cartridges. The 4500 sizer/lubricator is the heart of the system—it sizes your bullets down to the correct diameter for your caliber while evenly applying Lyman's Super Moly lubricant, which reduces fouling and improves barrel life. The included Big Dipper furnace handles the casting itself, and the long-handled casting dipper gives you safe, consistent pours. You also get an ingot mold for prepping your lead, the Super Moly lube, and the Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook—a genuine resource that covers casting fundamentals, load data, and troubleshooting.
This kit is designed for reloaders who are serious about ammunition but aren't ready to invest in separate, higher-end casting equipment. It's approachable for newcomers to cast-bullet reloading and capable enough for regular production. Whether you're loading for hunting, range sessions, or both, the Master Casting Kit gives you the foundation to make quality cast bullets consistently.
The 4500 sizer/lubricator works with any caliber—you simply add the correct top punch and sizing die for your cartridge. The Kit itself doesn't include those dies; they're purchased separately based on your specific caliber needs.
Yes. The Master Casting Kit includes the Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook, which covers the fundamentals of casting, sizing, and lubrication. The Big Dipper furnace and 4500 sizer are user-friendly and widely supported by reloading literature and online communities.
You'll need lead (scrap wheel weights or virgin lead), and you'll need to purchase the correct 4500 top punch and sizing die for your specific caliber. A reloading press is required to load the finished cast bullets into cartridges.
Super Moly is Lyman's bullet lubricant, applied by the 4500 during the sizing process. It reduces bore fouling from lead residue and helps protect your barrel during shooting, especially important with cast bullets fired at rifle velocities.
SKU: 167529056 • Weight: 17.1oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Lyman Master Casting Kit is a complete bullet casting system built for hunters and reloaders who want to take control of their ammunition supply from the ground up. This all-in-one package combines Lyman's proven Big Dipper Casting Furnace with the improved 4500 sizer/lubricator—the workhorse of cast-bullet reloading—plus everything else you need to go from raw lead to finished, sized bullets ready for loading.
Cast bullets offer serious advantages for the budget-conscious shooter and the tinkerer: they're cheaper than factory projectiles over time, they let you dial in loads for your specific rifle, and they work well in everything from vintage Levergun rounds to modern rifle cartridges. The 4500 sizer/lubricator is the heart of the system—it sizes your bullets down to the correct diameter for your caliber while evenly applying Lyman's Super Moly lubricant, which reduces fouling and improves barrel life. The included Big Dipper furnace handles the casting itself, and the long-handled casting dipper gives you safe, consistent pours. You also get an ingot mold for prepping your lead, the Super Moly lube, and the Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook—a genuine resource that covers casting fundamentals, load data, and troubleshooting.
This kit is designed for reloaders who are serious about ammunition but aren't ready to invest in separate, higher-end casting equipment. It's approachable for newcomers to cast-bullet reloading and capable enough for regular production. Whether you're loading for hunting, range sessions, or both, the Master Casting Kit gives you the foundation to make quality cast bullets consistently.
The 4500 sizer/lubricator works with any caliber—you simply add the correct top punch and sizing die for your cartridge. The Kit itself doesn't include those dies; they're purchased separately based on your specific caliber needs.
Yes. The Master Casting Kit includes the Lyman Cast Bullet Handbook, which covers the fundamentals of casting, sizing, and lubrication. The Big Dipper furnace and 4500 sizer are user-friendly and widely supported by reloading literature and online communities.
You'll need lead (scrap wheel weights or virgin lead), and you'll need to purchase the correct 4500 top punch and sizing die for your specific caliber. A reloading press is required to load the finished cast bullets into cartridges.
Super Moly is Lyman's bullet lubricant, applied by the 4500 during the sizing process. It reduces bore fouling from lead residue and helps protect your barrel during shooting, especially important with cast bullets fired at rifle velocities.
SKU: 167529056 • Weight: 17.1oz