Many of whom have no history with firearms and are literally struggling to get up to at least some minimum level of proficiency. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. To compare actual decibles of suppressed and unsuppressed rounds we used the larson davis model lxt1qpr sound level meter and some common rifle and pistol calibers. For sale are 40 rounds 2 boxes equivalent of factoryloaded federal premium. Most of my highvolume reloading is done on either a dillon 550b progressive press or on a lee turret press, but when im working up a new load, i do it on a nice compact rcbs reloader special5 press. When reloading rifle rounds lubing inside the casing is necessary. Nra cartridge reloading learn how ammunition works load. Watch this video as it walks you through the the rules to reloading, the reasons to reload, why people reload, and how to reload. Best reloading presses 2018 best places to buy reloading components. There is a firearms for sale section and photos of personal firearm collection of historic weapons. See more ideas about guns and ammo, reloading ammo and guns. Ammo and reloading ammunition and reloading forum for topics and discussions about ammunition and reloading your own ammo.
Learning the art of reloading opens the doors to numerous ammo options. Mar 09, 2016 the combination of the two is typical when someone uses nato spec. Simple mechanical scales, like this hornady balance beam unit, are a great and affordable option for handloading beginners. Five best reloading books every ammunition reloader needs. Starting from the very beginning, the practical guide to reloading ammunition will help readers understand the gear they need and what can wait. Reloading 101 some times, getting started is the hardest part i remember when i wanted to get started reloading the intimidating task of finding out what type of equipment i needed to buy, and how that equipment worked. As with every other segment within the firearms retail industry, ammo and reloading have returned to normal. Ok so i got a 100 speer hp bullets, went to a local gunship today and he had about a handful of powders, no primers forgot my cheat sheet to look at what powder i needed so he handed me a hornady book it said vhitouri n340 works with 180 grain jacketed so before i bought the powder i double check with the guy because i was using speer not hornady so then he. Each time a round is fired, resized, and reloaded it will stretch. Ammo reloadind supplyer in johannesburg, south africa. Thanks to the corona virus im having to sell a few things.
So, so many newbie shooters, who are getting into shooting as preppers. Three ways to get the hornady handbook of cartridge reloading. Get a good press, carbide dyes, a couple of reloading manuals, a scale, etc and visit a few of the ammuntion or bullet manufacturers sites. This is the exact reloading system i learned to reload with 40 years ago.
After initial startup costs, you are going to save big bucks on ammunition over time, as it is much cheaper to reload your own brass than buy off the shelf. Midsouth offers a good selection of reference books for reloading nearly any type of ammunition. You can make your rounds as light or hard hitting as you please. I have even seen reload data provided on the internet by specific shooting discipline bodies. Learn the easy way to reload your own rifle and pistol cartridges. Nov 15, 2017 diy hidden weapon cabinets ammo storage ideas hidden places to store your gun by. Objections to reloading ammo the approaching day prepper. What components and the average cost of said components do you need for a complete reloading operation. Written by sierra bullets ballistic technician duane siercks i was handed a small sample of 223 cases the other day and was asked if i could. Recreational shooters can stop by the store and pick up one or two boxes of ammo without having to worry whether the shelves will be empty next time. I have been using it for years, and i believe no reloaders bookshelf is complete without. Ammoreloading if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. We offer books from all of the major bullet manufacturers as well as references for revolver, rifle and shotgun loads.
Since leadfree bullets are becoming popular, the barnes reloading book should be on your reloading bookshelf. With reloading, you have control over your components, so you can choose to buy hardcast lead bullets instead of fmjs, which will let you load and shoot 1,500. Nra reloading guide book and nra completion certificate will be awarded. Projectile manufacturers may also provide reloading tables for their specific projectiles. A good personal selection of reloading data logs, manuals, and books can answer all of your reloading questions. Reloading is a great way to make inexpensive practice ammo, create better performing loads, and can also open new opportunities to shoot.
I kept my recipes written down in a small notebook, im looking into upgrading to a binder so. It can be intimidating to try to figure out if reloading is something that you want to take on, and how to understand products and terminology. Metal storage racks for ammo cans ammo storage shelf ideas page 1 ammo storage now we are almost ready for some crap to happen. Reloading ammobullet basics part 2 in part 1 of this 2part series, we looked at the beginning forms of bullets as they were used in the first years of shooting. Handgun reloading 101 if you are new to reloading, this section will help you get educated with the basics of reloading. However, to make this a real 101 type publication it would be helpful to describe the actual reloading process instead of just provide a list of equipment. Choose your favourite and enjoy precision shooting.
To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Up for sale is 3 unopened spam cans of m2 ball 3006. Doing this over and over, it will stretch until the maximum case length is exceeded. Explained in a format that showed you all the steps in a. Gun collection, taxidermy, ammo, reloadingestate of don smith. See more ideas about reloading ammo, reloading bench and reloading room. I also purchased a speer reloading manual, also for a dollar. Mecs autodex automatically moves the shells through each reloading stage as the handle is returned to the top of its stroke. I have shot tons of this through my garand and dont have any complaints. The practical guide to reloading ammunition teaches the subject in a fun, easytounderstand, and safe manner. These guides will help you out from beginning to end. The deprimed and sized case will now look something.
January 16, 2018 by aussiewombat 11 comments whilst on the surface the decision to start reloading your own ammunition may seem a simple one, in practice there are several reasons why, or why not, commencing to reload ammunition is for you, personally. See more ideas about ammo storage, ammo, guns and ammo. Master ammunition reloader, bob shell, lists the very best reloading books that every reloader should have on his or her shelf. Reloading bullets is a rewarding a hobby and a big step towards ammo independence. Today, we are going to look at some of the advancements todays technology has allowed us to have in bullet types for reloading brass. Nra cartridge reloading learn how ammunition works. A good reloading manual is essential to safe reloading, and the hornady manual is one of the best. This free service was created by a group of shooting enthusiasts and long time reloaders. Jan 09, 2017 shotshell handloading 101 this mec 9000e progressive shotshell loader equipped with automate is available in the five most popular gauges and is built for high volume loading.
Ready to make your own ammo for savings and increased accuracy. Page 2all things related to reloading, shot or brass. Fireforming cases wiederladen, bogen zum bogenschie. Wooden bookshelf not including contents 64 x 36 x 12 260. I found this book very helpfull in deciding if i really wanted to go to the expense and trouble of reloading my own ammo. This project is a massive look at silencers with testing data that shows exactly what difference a suppressed firearm can make to the sound levels while shooting. Pair up your rounds with any types of bullet tips you chooseor even cast your own. One end flap from one of the ammo boxes is included. They have been making copper and brass bullets for some years and have a good reputation. May 18, 2015 since leadfree bullets are becoming popular, the barnes reloading book should be on your reloading bookshelf. Anybody have reloading info pages that fit into a 3ring binder. This is reloaders cloud, your personal reloading log book and shooting result management tool. The trimmer is used when reloading rifle cases because they will stretch when fired. Back when i started reloading i was able to buy both of these hand loaders for a dollar each from my local shooting range off of their dollar table.
Shotshell handloading 101 this mec 9000e progressive shotshell loader equipped with automate is available in the five most popular gauges and is built for high volume loading. Range ammo, personal protection, factory ammo, reloads, caliber comparisons, etc. Having just got into the hobby myself, i was really looking for an easy stepbystep overview of the reloading process. How to load your own ammunition i own four presses, and i use them all. Today, we are going to look at some of the advancements todays technology has allowed us. Techniques that save headaches or worse wiederladen, waffenkoffer. Gun collection, taxidermy, ammo, reloadingestate of don.
Handgun shooters reloading supplies reloading presses, reloading powder, and more will be provided. When youre reloading any cartridge case, you must also pay attention to case length. Brownells is your source for barnes bullets at brownells parts and accessories. I know nothing about reloading and would need to watch someone do it. Reloading 101 reloading is a great way to make inexpensive practice ammo, create better performing loads, and can also open new opportunities to shoot firearms for which factory ammunition is not readily available. Learning the art is dedicated to helping inexperienced people learn about, and how to begin, reloading their own ammo and how to do so safely. Primers could explode in dillon 1 2 started by jeryray, 02112020 21. Some times, getting started is the hardest part i remember when i wanted to get started reloading the intimidating task of finding out what type. If that occurs, the round may or may not chamber, and its surely not a headspace issue.