Lee Precision 454-298-M Improved Minie .45 Cal 298 Grain Single Cavity Mold

The Lee Precision 454-298-M Improved Minie Mold is a single-cavity bullet mold built to cast .45 caliber (0.454") Improved Minie balls weighing 298 grains, the projectile profile used by black powder shooters and Civil War reenactors. Its aluminum body is CNC machined for roundness and consistent size, and it weighs about a third less than a comparable steel or iron mold, so it heats up and cools down faster and puts less strain on the hands during long casting sessions.

Rust-resistant aluminum also means the mold can be stored without the corrosion worries of iron blocks, and the single cavity keeps each pour focused on one projectile at a time. It suits both occasional casting and frequent range sessions where a steady supply of authentic Minie balls is needed.

Key Features

Highlights

• Single-cavity mold for .45 caliber (0.454") Improved Minie balls
• 298 grain bullet weight
• Aluminum construction, about 33% lighter than steel or iron molds
• CNC machined for roundness and precise size control
• Rust-resistant and heats up and cools down faster
• Reduces fatigue during extended casting sessions

Compatibility

Produces .45 caliber (0.454") Improved Minie balls weighing 298 grains, suitable for black powder firearms and Civil War reenactor use.

How to use

This single-cavity mold is designed for casting .45 caliber (0.454") Improved Minie balls weighing 298 grains. Its aluminum body heats up and cools down faster than steel or iron, and the CNC-machined cavity is cut for roundness and consistent size. The lighter aluminum construction reduces fatigue during extended casting sessions.