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Posted On: 7/16/2026
By: Joe
A: Hi Joe! My incliniation is to say no. Although no bullet is strictly "pure" lead (they're all alloyed with other metals that facilitate manufacture), this round's lacks any jacket and could accurately enough be described as "pure lead" all the same. Sounds to me like your range requires copper-jacketed bullets. If that's so, then this our most affordable option at the moment: https://www.luckygunner.com/32-h-r-magnum-85-grain-jhp-black-hills-50-rounds
Posted On: 5/14/2026
By: Rand
A: Hello Rand! Under correct circumstances, a hollow base actually helps reduce lead fouling. By expanding under pressure, it seals the barrel and therefore minimizes the gas blow-by that contributes to lead fouling. A weak load or an inferior bullet may accelerate lead fouling as you envision, but I am confident enough in HSM to assume that won't be an issue for you.