The Big Hardness Gain Bullet Casting Water Quench Controversy - VR To Carl

Many bullet casters water quench our bullets...purpose: to gain extra BHN. Some say a modicum of hardness is gained, others report significant BHN increase...There is nothing in the written manuals on this - but lots of reports from various internet sources. What's a new caster to expect? Is it even important or is the issue divisive? Certainly they can find out for themselves...but before they do that...here's the rundown to get them started...