Reloading!
Im going to start reloading! Mainly .223. Ive already got a good amount of brass. Now i just need all the accouturments. Im not going to ask any question because i figure i can read alot on line and learn. That is all!
PS: For some reason, i feel like a new person! I feel great, im excited about new things, made a nice new friend at the range, now ive got a shooting buddy! Today is a great day to be alive.
PS: For some reason, i feel like a new person! I feel great, im excited about new things, made a nice new friend at the range, now ive got a shooting buddy! Today is a great day to be alive.
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Yes you can learn a lot on line,but your first purchase should be The ABC's of Reloading. 0 -
buy a book on reloading, buy several 0 -
Yep, definately need a book. But it doest seem as hard as it sounds. 0 -
It's not hard at all. From experience though, make sure you've got powder in the case before you seat a bullet. I had one round "misfire", but found out it was operator error[V] 0 -
only 2 pain in the but things i had to do with 223 if (military brass) prepping primer pockets ,and trimming cases. little extra work when you use military cases.
just got done with 30lbs of 223/5.56. use case lube!
RCBS primer pocket swage worked good. my .020 -
quote:Originally posted by SuburbanNoize
Yep, definately need a book. But it doest seem as hard as it sounds.
Mechanicly speaking, reloading is not at all difficult.
Mentaly it can cause some chalanges, primarly with "keeping your head in the game" when your at the press. My wife understands this, and when I'm loading she sits and watches, at least until I have enough rounds ready for her to start boxing them up.
Finding a load for a specific rifle can be a little frustrating at times, but that's not a reloading issue as much as a component selection issue.0 -
Good luck. I am collecting brass for eventual reloading as well.
Would love to hear how you progress as well as your ultimate choices of equipment.0 -
Reloading is really a fun thing to get into. 0 -
A great hobby... and very addicting. Several buddies who said they would never reloaded have been bitten by the bug thanks to me. One guy says he cannot believe he waited so long... 0 -
Just be careful. There is not room for error and errors are easy to make. Too much powder or cracked casings can cause a very dangerous situation. Reloading is great fun and satisfying to acheive. The combinations are endless. Consistancy is key once a good load is found. The manuals provide good safe loads if accuracy in following the formulas is performed. It sure saves a lot of money especially if you like to shoot a lot. I load all winter and shoot all summer. Safety is paramount. Have fun! 0 -
You sound like a HAPPY camper. [:D]
Hope it stays that way.0 -
I have about 100 pieces of brass (25WSSM) in the tumbler right now getting clean and shiny. I cleaned and prepped 200 pieces of 22-250 this weekend.
It's not hard but I have to be undisturbed while I'm doing it and I can't stop just anywhere. It's not good for me to get confused when I'm charging the cases.[xx(][xx(]0 -
as Tailgunner stated,..it is not mechanicaly hard,..it is actually simple. The science of changing loads or otherwise venturing into uncharted territory can be very rewarding,..BUT it can also be very DANGEROUS. Buy a book,...and read the whole thing when it explains how to reload and the safety rules. Keep all the danger signs in mind, and load from a reputable source (I compare 2 to each other when loading) and you should be just fine. Read a lot,..and it really helps to have an experienced loader run you through it a couple times at first.[;)] 0 -
quote:Originally posted by guntech59
I have about 100 pieces of brass (25WSSM) in the tumbler right now getting clean and shiny. I cleaned and prepped 200 pieces of 22-250 this weekend.
It's not hard but I have to be undisturbed while I'm doing it and I can't stop just anywhere. It's not good for me to get confused when I'm charging the cases.[xx(][xx(]
just got done with 200 38spl, will test them at the range if all goes well will finish the other 300. did catch a powder clump that made 1 round light[:0]. this also is why you have to stay alert.[^]0 -
One of the best aspects of reloading is that after the initial expenditure for your press, dies, scale, and components, you can pick up other tools one at a time. Things like powder tricklers, case trimmers, etc. aren't critical to the beginner, but save time and add to the enjoyment of reloading. None are prohibitively expensive. I have bought several reloading "aids" over on the auction side. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by CHEVELLE427
quote:Originally posted by guntech59
I have about 100 pieces of brass (25WSSM) in the tumbler right now getting clean and shiny. I cleaned and prepped 200 pieces of 22-250 this weekend.
It's not hard but I have to be undisturbed while I'm doing it and I can't stop just anywhere. It's not good for me to get confused when I'm charging the cases.[xx(][xx(]
just got done with 200 38spl, will test them at the range if all goes well will finish the other 300. did catch a powder clump that made 1 round light[:0]. this also is why you have to stay alert.[^]
Also, why I (as a beginner) load in small quantities and one step at a time. I have already caught myself in mistakes a couple of times. I double (and sometimes triple) check before I get started.0 -
Nothing more pleasing than trying to make the perfect round. When I first started about 20 years ago I got help from a benchrest shooter. He showed me how to be REAL ANAL about reloading. Keep that in mind and you will do well. 0 -
I too have enjoyed reloading for the past 25 or so years. I often tell people "I don't know if I' a shooter that likes to reload or a reloader that likes to shoot." I get equal enjoyment out both. 0 -
Still trying for the perfect one. Right now, I'm happy if they go "BOOM" and hit where I'm aiming.[:D] 0
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