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by s64woody
24 Jul 2012, 22:55
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Lee Factory FCD for 5.7x28
Replies: 9
Views: 12490

Re: Lee Factory FCD for 5.7x28

I did make mine out of a Lee .218 BEE FCD. I guess I got lucky, but the "slots" were not too long to allow the bottom of the die and the body to be shortened to work properly. My experience was that the small .224 caliber projectiles deform underneath the case mouth where the crimp is applied. I thi...
by s64woody
10 Jul 2012, 15:53
Forum: Handguns
Topic: The Glock Pistol
Replies: 88
Views: 70719

Re: The Glock Pistol

I blame it on writer's cramps, brain cramps, something like that.
by s64woody
09 Jul 2012, 16:46
Forum: Handguns
Topic: The Glock Pistol
Replies: 88
Views: 70719

Re: The Glock Pistol

Well, if you have ever watched the now famous G-21 abuse series, you will see that the slide will corrode once you get through the tennifer. I guess my last post might have left you with the impression I was talking about the frame... my bad.
by s64woody
09 Jul 2012, 06:05
Forum: Handguns
Topic: The Glock Pistol
Replies: 88
Views: 70719

Re: The Glock Pistol

Mister Freeze: PM sent.
by s64woody
09 Jul 2012, 06:03
Forum: Handguns
Topic: The Glock Pistol
Replies: 88
Views: 70719

Re: The Glock Pistol

Regards the question of what parts are made of stainless steel: Maybe none. Not sure of the connector bar, but I was told that everything else was tennifer treated steel, which is pretty rust resistant in itself. If you put great huge gouges on the frame you will get some corrosion (rust), but it ta...
by s64woody
10 Jun 2012, 20:48
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: fiveSeven out of Production?
Replies: 8
Views: 9095

fiveSeven out of Production?

Seller on Gunbroker was touting his rare fiveseven pistol. Indicated that FN had stopped production. Anything to this rumor?
by s64woody
09 Jun 2012, 07:45
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Tritium Fiber Optic Sights
Replies: 16
Views: 13088

Re: Tritium Fiber Optic Sights

One more set, please.
by s64woody
20 May 2012, 14:03
Forum: Handguns
Topic: The Glock Pistol
Replies: 88
Views: 70719

Re: The Glock Pistol

I started out as a serious 1911 platform nut. The Glock has replaced them for serious social wear, however. I morphed from full size to compact to mini, as I find them easier to carry. One strange experience has recently come up that I cannot explain. I picked up a Gen 1 G17, cheap enough to buy, ju...
by s64woody
20 May 2012, 13:29
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Not cycling!
Replies: 20
Views: 15113

Re: Not cycling!

Try cleaning the chamber with carb cleaner and Q-tips. Residue may have built up, even with only 250 rounds through it. If it ran the first 250 rounds through without issue, and nothing has changed, then that is the only thing I can think of. Wiser heads may have different thoughts.
by s64woody
14 May 2012, 20:18
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: dies and cleaning
Replies: 15
Views: 12524

Re: dies and cleaning

concur
by s64woody
13 May 2012, 21:13
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: dies and cleaning
Replies: 15
Views: 12524

Re: dies and cleaning

As far as the shell plate goes: I use the Lee. Had problems getting normal once fired brass to go into it, ended up using a dremel tool to relieve the area where the primer moves across the entrance, as it was flat there. Most primers crater or otherwise extrude to one degree or another, and a littl...
by s64woody
07 Apr 2012, 17:30
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Elite Ammunition ProtecTOR IV
Replies: 54
Views: 28166

Re: Elite Ammunition ProtecTOR IV

"a squib will only be dangerous if you put another bullet into it." You are stating the obvious. Having spent way too much time taking apart a 1911 that had a squib during a rapid fire sequence, I find that comment ludicrous. The FiveSeveN recoils so lightly that you probably would not notice a squi...
by s64woody
12 Mar 2012, 22:06
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Questions about proper 5.7 brass prep...
Replies: 19
Views: 16558

Re: Questions about proper 5.7 brass prep...

Lube the case prior to re-sizing. Treat it just like a regular brass case. The coating aides in feeding and extraction, but is not a lubricant for re-sizing. The case is not going to last as long as the cases you are familiar with. You will not have issues with primer seating due to the factory prim...
by s64woody
12 Mar 2012, 07:17
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Casting bullets for 5.7
Replies: 7
Views: 8932

Re: Casting bullets for 5.7

I see no reason that a cast bollit would not work in this diameter... but I suspect it would not be advisable unless you were working subsonic loads in this chambering . I know that my experience has been that the floor of the velocity you are likely to expect in even moderate full velocity loads wo...
by s64woody
12 Mar 2012, 07:06
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Finally a safe start
Replies: 1
Views: 2854

Finally a safe start

Having been burned by the Accurate Arms data, I was leery about using the Ramshot data. The data appears in the same format as the AA data, which leads me to believe that it is compiled by the same source, so I was very conservative, once I was able to source True Blue. My Chrony shows SS 197 going ...
by s64woody
23 Feb 2012, 18:15
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Out of Battery
Replies: 12
Views: 8135

Re: Out of Battery

Ah! Take down cam. Yep, you got it in one. Looks like there was about .020 inch ridge on each side of the bottom of the slide. Too late for photos, as I have already gently removed the displaced metal and all seems well. I will see if I can find the comments in the members only section. Buffman: The...
by s64woody
23 Feb 2012, 15:23
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Out of Battery
Replies: 12
Views: 8135

Re: Out of Battery

SAFETY ALERT !!! Problem identified... but nomenclature is going to be difficult, so bear with me. I closely inspected my pistol after finally finding that I could duplicate the "out of battery" stoppage. (Note that we can only hope that there is a stoppage if the following occurs.) There is a item...
by s64woody
23 Feb 2012, 12:26
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimping Deformation of Bullets
Replies: 11
Views: 8835

Re: Crimping Deformation of Bullets

DAVADAR: I will be interested in your experience, when you get your FCD. As my first post on this thread notes, bullet deformation is easy to accomplish. I think these small bullets are more prone to it than larger calibers. If I use the FCD again it will be with EXTREME care. In conjunction with so...
by s64woody
22 Feb 2012, 18:41
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Out of Battery
Replies: 12
Views: 8135

Re: Out of Battery

Thanks for the replies... One thing I have noted is that at the point that the barrel is in the "full recoil" position is where the binding occurs. Not all the time, in fact I cannot duplicate it most of the time. Blue: If you "whack" the rear of the slide when it is in this position it feels like a...
by s64woody
22 Feb 2012, 15:19
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Out of Battery
Replies: 12
Views: 8135

Out of Battery

Tactical Search Police please note: have not found this subject mentioned in detail, I suspect it warrants a new thread. Noticed at the latest range session that the pistol did not return fully to battery about half the time. Thought it had something to do with the shorter OAL of the rounds I was fu...
by s64woody
19 Feb 2012, 08:59
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimping Deformation of Bullets
Replies: 11
Views: 8835

Re: Crimping Deformation of Bullets

davadar: used a Lee .218 bee FCD. Trimmed collet to length, then shortened the outer body to match. Works well, but care needs to be taken to not over crimp this little devil. Panzermk2 mentioned how load data goes out the window when crimp is applied, which I have found to be true. Actually not con...
by s64woody
01 Feb 2012, 15:38
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimping Deformation of Bullets
Replies: 11
Views: 8835

Re: Crimping Deformation of Bullets

Absolutely understand what you are saying. If we can get by without a crimp station, all the better. Too many strange things go on with this round to involve something not required. It floored me when I saw the deformation of the bullet after crimp, and thought that others would want to know what ha...
by s64woody
01 Feb 2012, 08:07
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimping Deformation of Bullets
Replies: 11
Views: 8835

Re: Crimping Deformation of Bullets

Interesting. You are loading to a length shorter than mine. What is really interesting is that the case neck tension held the bullet firmly enough that you did not set the bullet back by hammering on the bench. My investment in a Factory Crimp Die may have been wasted.
by s64woody
31 Jan 2012, 21:19
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: 2 split necks
Replies: 5
Views: 3953

Re: 2 split necks

flyingirish04: are you talking about case splits, or case separation? Most of my brass exhibits distress at the shoulder, which will lead to separation. Never had a problem with this in rifles... this is another critter in the 5.7/pistol. I agree that a split would be cause for rejection, but have n...
by s64woody
31 Jan 2012, 21:12
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimping Deformation of Bullets
Replies: 11
Views: 8835

Re: Crimping Deformation of Bullets

thedirtyheat: When I was seating the 40 grain Sierra Soft Points I tried very hard to seat as shallow as possible. I was trying to maintain the overall length as long as possible. I ended up with the base of the bullet above the shoulder of the case. Not sure what a "tue proper overall length" is he...
by s64woody
31 Jan 2012, 15:05
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Swaging SS195 equivalents
Replies: 31
Views: 23113

Re: Swaging SS195 equivalents

rickheller: I can see why you could have issues with consistent weight if the mixture is not easily repeatable. As far as the issue of plastic deposition on the bore... probably not. Otherwise, we would have lead deposits from shooting lead core open base bullets, which does not seem to occur.
by s64woody
31 Jan 2012, 14:49
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimping Deformation of Bullets
Replies: 11
Views: 8835

Crimping Deformation of Bullets

After having issues with high pressure with the initial crimped FsN reloads, I investigated what was happening with the crimp. When I first crimped the bullets I used the same "feel" that I had used with larger caliber cartridges. The result was a crimp that was between .002 and .004 inches reductio...
by s64woody
19 Jan 2012, 13:48
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: EA's 40 gr v-max pulled rounds
Replies: 10
Views: 7166

Re: EA's 40 gr v-max pulled rounds

panzermk2, is that why 197 has such a poor reputation for consistency? The variations in adhesives would act like variations in crimp application?
by s64woody
18 Jan 2012, 18:44
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Swaging SS195 equivalents
Replies: 31
Views: 23113

Re: Swaging SS195 equivalents

rickheller: My initial reaction to the light weight of the bullets you mentioned is to mix the bentonite with finely divided lead, or another material, so as to increase the density. It would still be a frangible core, but your bullet could more closely approximate the factory bullet. My second thou...
by s64woody
11 Jan 2012, 20:07
Forum: NFA Weapons
Topic: An enormously long combination to silence my Five seveN
Replies: 6
Views: 10346

Re: An enormously long combination to silence my Five seveN

I shot an FnS several days ago that was equipped with a can. Pretty nose heavy, and it cycled about 80% of the time. I think it was a Spectre. With 195 it would be fine to shoot in the open without ear protection, not so much in a closed room. No muzzle flash that I could detect. Wow, did it get hot...
by s64woody
10 Jan 2012, 16:37
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Terminal Ballistics as Viewed in a Morgue
Replies: 22
Views: 19069

Re: Terminal Ballistics as Viewed in a Morgue

romer522 I read the post end to end. He responded to quite a lot of questions like you raised. He made it quite plain, on numerous posts, that his was observational data, no scientific. I do not think he ever made a claim that the number of bullets recovered necessarily measured the efficacy of the ...
by s64woody
09 Jan 2012, 22:05
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Terminal Ballistics as Viewed in a Morgue
Replies: 22
Views: 19069

Re: Terminal Ballistics as Viewed in a Morgue

fascinating, if long, read. Puts the EA offerings into perspective. Even 195 starts to appear marginally satisfactory.
by s64woody
09 Jan 2012, 07:08
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm
Replies: 235
Views: 421117

Re: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm

WA-TOM: using Lee dies on a single stage press until I get the Dillon going. Have not lost a single case the way you describe.
by s64woody
08 Jan 2012, 15:21
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: iFire's 5.7x28mm Powder Notes
Replies: 7
Views: 9508

Re: iFire's 5.7x28mm Powder Notes

Grantness: You appear to have had good luck with the AA#7. Mine has been less than thrilling. Very inconsistent, in fact, at any charge level. I am wondering about the primer, now. Fresh CCI small rifle. I wonder if they are causing the erratic performance? I may just have to duplicate my ladders an...
by s64woody
08 Jan 2012, 15:10
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: New powder
Replies: 8
Views: 6823

Re: New powder

I have decided to abandon AA#7, due to large variation in recorded velocities. Others report acceptable results, but I cannot recommend it. I saw huge variations in velocity and pressure at both the low end and high end of the loading spectrum, with less than stellar deviation in between.
by s64woody
06 Jan 2012, 07:49
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Case Separation
Replies: 7
Views: 4815

Re: Case Separation

Thanks for the reply. The only way I could reliably get consistent powder charges with AA#7 was to hand weigh each one. I do not remember ever having such trouble with any other powder. I note that my equipment is pretty old, but so am I.... While I have decided to continue with AA#7 for now, it wil...
by s64woody
05 Jan 2012, 21:44
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Case Separation
Replies: 7
Views: 4815

Re: Case Separation

This was a seriously bizarre range session. Warning: In my opinion the following data set is not safe, and should not be duplicated. YMMV I set out to determine if the Lee FCD was causing problems as I have employed it. I (carefully) loaded 20 cases with the starting load of 7.0 grains AA#7(new), CC...
by s64woody
03 Jan 2012, 18:44
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Case Separation
Replies: 7
Views: 4815

Re: Case Separation

Thanks for the point. I had read that one previously, but came away with a new appreciation for possible pressure signs, or lack thereof. I have sectioned two of the empties from this range session. 7.0 Grain starting load case did not display distress internally. The 7.7 Grain case very definitely ...
by s64woody
03 Jan 2012, 16:03
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Case Separation
Replies: 7
Views: 4815

Re: Case Separation

By the way, whoever suggested a paperclip to remove separated case necks from the chamber gets a beer on me!
by s64woody
03 Jan 2012, 16:01
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Case Separation
Replies: 7
Views: 4815

Case Separation

Initial loading for 5.7 pistol. Sierra 40 gr. Hornet, #1200, once fired SS197. Lee Factory Crimp Die, .004 diameter reduction on crimp. The Ladder started at 7.0 grains (New) AA#7, and proceeded in .1 grain increments to 7.8 grains. Cases were trimmed using the Lee manual unit, OAL of the loaded rou...
by s64woody
02 Jan 2012, 12:28
Forum: Lounge
Topic: Whats with FDE?
Replies: 39
Views: 22564

Re: Whats with FDE?

10 plus years of people cycling through the various sandboxes have increased the number of people who take this seriously. Makes virtually no difference at night, and, for the most part, little difference in the typical US environment at all.

I am all for dusty flat black, thank you.
by s64woody
02 Jan 2012, 12:18
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: FN FiveSeven With Fiber optic sights
Replies: 100
Views: 66377

Re: FN FiveSeven With Fiber optic sights

I do like the option of an adjustable sight. There have been a number of reports of the adjustment screw on the factory sights breaking in service, however. Is your system going to be more robust in that area?
by s64woody
02 Jan 2012, 12:14
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Accuracy Issues
Replies: 6
Views: 5997

Re: Accuracy Issues

Another thought: how are you using the sights? I have adjustable sights on mine, and if I use the typical "outline rear, top of front post level" sight alinement I was consistently low. If I use the dots, keeping them lined up in a row, the point of impact is where the front sight dot is. I have lot...
by s64woody
31 Dec 2011, 16:32
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm
Replies: 235
Views: 421117

Re: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm

Woody sez thanks for the tip. Never tried to use that die set, will have to find one. The LEE bullet seating die is functional, but challenged in this regards. I have positively settled the question about using the Dillion powder measure to throw charges using fine ball power. Does not work with fin...
by s64woody
30 Dec 2011, 19:53
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm
Replies: 235
Views: 421117

Re: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm

Curlysir When I spoke with Lee they said that they COULD NOT make a 5.7 FCD with the equipment they had. I note that it was simply childs play to shorten the 218 BEE FCD to use with the 5.7. I believe they do not WANT to go to the trouble for a low demand item. Possibly I was just lucky that my die ...
by s64woody
30 Dec 2011, 08:18
Forum: Site Info
Topic: Usernames
Replies: 32
Views: 56463

Re: Usernames

Justin
Just posted a PayPal payment. As a suspicious sort I would appreciate a response when you actually receive it! Thanks
by s64woody
27 Dec 2011, 21:55
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimping the 5.7x28mm
Replies: 73
Views: 73353

Re: Crimping the 5.7x28mm

The Lee Factory Crimp Die mentioned above ended up producing very nice .030 inch wide crimps on my cases. I am now curious just how much effort should be expended on the crimp? On my first attempt I think my caliper shows about .004 inches reduction in diameter after the crimp is in place. Is this e...
by s64woody
27 Dec 2011, 21:46
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm
Replies: 235
Views: 421117

Re: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm

The night's exercise was to run a small batch of test loads, which means that I had to sort out all of my reloading equipment for suitability with the 5.7. ALL of the Lee equipment I have bought for this cartridge appear to be top shelf. I mentioned in a new thread that the shell holder was modified...
by s64woody
27 Dec 2011, 16:21
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Lee Shell Holder Problems
Replies: 4
Views: 3793

Re: Lee Shell Holder Problems

Second effort:
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by s64woody
26 Dec 2011, 22:06
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Lee Shell Holder Problems
Replies: 4
Views: 3793

Re: Lee Shell Holder Problems

I will try to post pictures tomorrow. The material removed was pretty insignificant, but so is the size of the crattering on the primers.
by s64woody
26 Dec 2011, 20:40
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimping the 5.7x28mm
Replies: 73
Views: 73353

Re: Crimping the 5.7x28mm

I bought a Lee 218 Bee Factory Crimp Die to modify for use with the 5.7. The collet slots ended up being more than short enough to allow it to be shortened to function with the 5.7 case. I THINK we ended up taking .235 inches off of both the collet and body.
A lath is a wonderful thing.
by s64woody
26 Dec 2011, 20:35
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Lee Shell Holder Problems
Replies: 4
Views: 3793

Lee Shell Holder Problems

Somewhere on the board in the last month or two someone posted about troubles with a Lee 5.7 shell holder. It seemed strange at the time, but my new Lee shell holder had the same issue. Investigation shows that the Lee shell holder does not have a relief slot, so any shell with a distorted primer ha...
by s64woody
11 Dec 2011, 22:55
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Catch the brass
Replies: 11
Views: 7584

Re: Catch the brass

First range session with the 20 pound EA spring. Brass ejected much more vertical than with the factory spring, with about a third of the ejected brass hitting the cover over the shooting benches. The other brass ended up about half the distance that they originally went, in a nice small area. Absol...
by s64woody
08 Dec 2011, 22:36
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster discussions
Replies: 91
Views: 66298

Re: Holster discussions

Zhurdan Thanks for the input. I had been scheming quietly for the last few days and had just about settled on that approach. I figure that the pistol will look pretty strange when the Kydex gets close to it, what with various fillers and additions to allow clearance for different things. I live in t...
by s64woody
19 Nov 2011, 18:52
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm
Replies: 235
Views: 421117

Re: Reloading equipment for 5.7x28mm

If my conversation with the Lee product support people is correct the 5.7 dies available are not pacesetter dies, as the Factory Crimp Die is not included. The available die set is a two die set, the same size and bullet seating die as the pacesetter set, just no FCD. There is some issue with making...
by s64woody
18 Nov 2011, 20:30
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster discussions
Replies: 91
Views: 66298

Re: Holster sources for FsN

Working in Kydex is pretty interesting, and allows all sorts of options, limited only by your imagination. I have not tried to make a holster for the fiveseven, yet. The position of the safety bothers me a bit because it looks like a closely molded holster might take the weapon off of safe during th...
by s64woody
16 Nov 2011, 21:01
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: 5.7x28 Random Reloading Discussions
Replies: 246
Views: 192656

Re: 5.7x28 Random Reloading Discussions

looked at the Lee case trimmer system. Interesting, especially due to the possibility of using an electric drill to power the thing. Does anyone have some first hand experience using this system? I am concerned with the OAL changing with trash and such on the inside of the case at the primer flash h...
by s64woody
07 Nov 2011, 08:24
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Interesting Range Session
Replies: 2
Views: 2518

Re: Interesting Range Session

After reflecting on my experience at the range I have another observation. There have been a number of questions that I noted on the site concerning why we typically try to "pump" up the velocity on the rounds by hand loading. The factory rounds are wildly more effective than the .22 long rifle, and...
by s64woody
06 Nov 2011, 16:07
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Interesting Range Session
Replies: 2
Views: 2518

Interesting Range Session

The FiveseveN went to the range today for the first time. Function was flawless, trigger was far better than any Glock I own. General observations for both new and old hands as follows: 1. Ejection was VERY positive, with most empty cases found about 15 to 20 feet at 2 O'clock....but 20% of them wer...
by s64woody
05 Nov 2011, 07:17
Forum: Shotguns
Topic: Mossberg 930 SPX
Replies: 23
Views: 49504

Re: Mossberg 930 SPX

One thing that I experimented with on the 930 was using spray on graphite lubricant. I found that it did not attract "storage junk", because it was dry. I was not happy with this technique on my AR, but find it works well on the SPX. No function issues. The only other modification was cutting off th...
by s64woody
04 Nov 2011, 19:46
Forum: Shotguns
Topic: Mossberg 930 SPX
Replies: 23
Views: 49504

Re: Mossberg 930 SPX

I have been running an SPX for about two years. Mossberg had some QC issues early on with the SPX, but once I got through that it has become my go-to gun. Things loosened up after about 200 rounds, and I have full confidence in it. I highly recommend that an owner of a new SPX do the following BEFOR...
by s64woody
03 Nov 2011, 13:39
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: Crimp Die Info
Replies: 3
Views: 4898

Crimp Die Info

I have seen a thread concerning a modified Lee Factory Crimp Die.....somewhere. I just cannot find it again. Can someone point it out, please?
by s64woody
12 Oct 2011, 12:26
Forum: 5.7x28 Reloading
Topic: 5.7x28 Random Reloading Discussions
Replies: 246
Views: 192656

Re: 5.7x28 Random Reloading Discussions

Grantness and all others. I suspect we could find a linear correlation between the bearing surface of a given projectile and the mass of the projectile. We already know two "sweet" spots in this function: SS195 and SS197. One possible complication is that the two bullets use different density cores....