Paul K. Dickman wrote:
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30 bucks ain't nearly enough. A 230 grain bullet is nearly 1/2 oz troy.
That means you are only making 15 bucks in labor and supplies and overhead.
....

You're forgetting the "fun" part. Also the part about a challenge and
probably the acquiring a new skill. And reading between the lines, I
get the feeling that there's a favor-for-a-friend element.

Bob