Loading Barnes TEZ bullets

[Arteryexploder]

Hello,

I am loading Barnes 290 TEZ bullets into an Accura MRX muzzy. I purchased the Barnes bullet aligner for TMZ/TEZ bullets to help protect the polymer tip. What I realized is this aligned tool only has threads that work for the range rod. The CVA knuckle saver bullet starter I bought AND the collapsible carbon fiber loading rod that comes with the gun aren’t compatible with the aligner tool (ie they don’t have threads to attach it).

Will the knuckle saver bullet starter and loading rod damage these polymer tips on the TEZ bullets without the bullet aligner? Or will I be ok without the aligner? Any input is appreciated, thanks!

 

[michiganmuzzy]

I shoot the barnes 290s and never used the barnes aligner. I didnt see any accuracy issues. Have not shot them over 150 yards.

 

[Travis299]

My setup for the Barnes T-EZs.

 

[rangerod]

I shoot the barnes 290s and never used the barnes aligner. I didnt see any accuracy issues. Have not shot them over 150 yards.

Same for me. I think the Barnes are a great bullet for the money. I can shoot the 250 grn accurately out to 200 yds with a Redemption.

 

[Arteryexploder]

Thanks! My main concern was the bullet tip getting deformed when seating the bullet during loading. Sounds like it’s not an issue.

 

[Neumonic]

I have a standard palm saver and my barnes bullet aligner fits it along with my range rod

 

[Arteryexploder]

I have a standard palm saver and my barnes bullet aligner fits it along with my range rod

Is it a palm saver bullet starter? Which one? I know the aligner fits the range rod….

 

[sabotloader]

You might to a look at this loading cleaning jag from Lehigh they do not contact the tip at all. They make this for either 45 or 50 cal

Buy Muzzleloader Range Rod Jag/Bullet Starter, .45 Caliber | Firearm C (lehighdefense.com)

Another excellent jag is the Spin Jag - I use the Spin Jag original on my rifle rods.

SpinJag - The 2-in-1 Jag For Muzzleloaders

 

[tpcollins]

I use the Spin-Jag tip as well on my Barnes TMZ.

 

[Chundoo]

Ditto on the Spinjag. Really like it.

 

[mnoland30]

Starting the bullet is the hardest part, so It is important to not damage the tip during the process. There are several companies that make polymer tips, so there are lots of starters that will do the job without damage. I make my own by attaching a jag to a wooden dowel.

 

[Neumonic]

Is it a palm saver bullet starter? Which one? I know the aligner fits the range rod….

I believe this is the one I have.

 

[01Foreman400]

I use the Spin-Jag tip as well on my Barnes TMZ.

Same here.

 

[brad502a]

The Barnes Muzzle aligner uses standard 10-32 threads.

 

[gman57]

I usually start it with my thumb then grab the rod at the spin jag and press down a few inches then continue to push rod normally. I use spin jag on all loads.