12ga question?

cpileri

February 04, 2003 23:58

Any reloader could help me:

What are the external dimensions of the brass base/rim of a 12ga shotgun shell?
I did a search, but can't seem to come up with an cartridge dimensions.

Thanks in advance!
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  Rusticwater

  February 05, 2003 02:51

  cpileri,
  
  You may find the following links of interest:
  
  http://www.dillonhelp.com/sl900manual/shotshell_dmnsns.htm
  
  http://website.lineone.net/~dave.cushman/shotshellloads.html
  
  Enjoy!
  
  
  
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  cpileri

  February 05, 2003 23:37

  totally helped, thanks!
  basically, i am looking for a brass cartridge case (50bmg, 700NE, something...) that one could cut down to a 12 or 20 ga brass hull.
  I know .303 Enfield can make a 410.
  
  I see some fairly priced brass shotgun shells, but you always have to buy 10 or more- which ups the initial expense considerably.
  C-
  
  
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  Rusticwater

  February 06, 2003 02:42

  cpileri,
  
  As you know, there are several manufacturers of "all brass" shotshell hulls and their prices generally run from ~$30-$40 per box of 10 shells. From a liability point of view, just remember these are made for a specific purpose, ie. for use in shotguns and therefore designed with all the correct sizes, thicknesses, etc., and are sold with an implied "fitness for a particular purpose." Anyway I know it's fun to experiment safely so best of luck and here's another link you may find interesting:
  
  http://www.calweb.com/~haas/ammoguide/
  
  
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