What else do I need with this kit? Lee Turret press
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cyphur »
Tue Jul 24, 2007 9:58 pm
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It has the scale, the powder measure/drop. I'll need dies, calipers, a case guage, I know that for sure. I'll be reloading .308 on this mainly. Also...
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Get a kinetic bullet puller - unfortunately, I use this thing all the time. It will come in handy.
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Last post by O6nop
Fri Aug 31, 2007 8:10 am
Lyman-reconditioned Orange Crusher presses
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AndyC »
Tue Aug 21, 2007 3:05 pm
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Reconditioned Reloading Equipment - Orange Crusher Press - $64.95
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I doubt it'll be photogenic - it's likely just going to be mounted on a cheap pine-wood barstool for ease-of-use ;-)
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Last post by AndyC
Wed Aug 29, 2007 3:36 pm
single stage or turret press?
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RKirby »
Sun Aug 26, 2007 4:44 pm
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After putting it on the back burner for many years, I think I'm gonna give reloading a try. I will be loading 9mm primarily along with the occasional...
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Two reasons:
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Last post by AndyC
Tue Aug 28, 2007 5:42 pm
+P brass
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O6nop »
Sun Aug 26, 2007 8:40 pm
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I have some once used 45acp brass that is headstamped with +P . Is it any different than regular brass... thicker, stronger or more durable? Or is it...
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I found this on the Starline product description page:
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Last post by Xander
Tue Aug 28, 2007 3:57 pm
Brass Tumbler
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grandpatim »
Thu Aug 23, 2007 4:39 pm
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I am fixing to get back into reloading after a hiatus of nearly 20 years. I am going to reload 38 special, 45 acp, and 45 long colt. Will a rock...
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+1 on using a vibrating tumbler. Mine has been in use for more than 30 years (it's an old Lyman) and hasn't stopped yet.
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Last post by nuparadigm
Thu Aug 23, 2007 5:42 pm
Not too proud
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O6nop »
Sat Aug 11, 2007 7:41 pm
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I discovered that I'm not too proud to dig through the trash can at the range to score about 110 Remington .223 brass cartridges. Another guy that...
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Going to the range to pick up brass sounds like a good excuse to do some shooting to me.
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Last post by dozerboy
Mon Aug 20, 2007 3:18 pm
Yet another newbe question, well three
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mcub »
Wed Aug 15, 2007 9:03 pm
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1. What would actually happen if a primer went off in a RCSB hand priming tool? A loud bang I expect, but about safety (beyond safety glasses, which...
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How interesting, I took mine out and looked, as it is from a Winchester white box, and wouldn’t you know it, 1/3 of it is the double dot. Which I...
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Last post by mcub
Fri Aug 17, 2007 11:54 pm
confused about trimming cases
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O6nop »
Fri Aug 17, 2007 11:55 am
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Currently, being new at reloading, I am trimming cases 100%. I know it's not necessary, but I am working on consistency until I feel more...
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Thanks, all! It's a relief that I haven't messed up my first loads! :smile:
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Last post by O6nop
Fri Aug 17, 2007 3:03 pm
200 gr. LSWC Bullets Recommendation
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dws1117 »
Thu Aug 16, 2007 11:24 pm
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Need recommendations for this bullet. I normally use the Lasercast bullet but my normal sources (Midway and Cabelas) are back ordered. Dillon seems...
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No, they seem to be alloy of the right hardness. I actually don't think they are cheap - $35/1,000 was cheap, but that was a couple years ago.
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Last post by BobCat
Fri Aug 17, 2007 12:10 pm
Any Federal primers to be had?
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age_ranger »
Mon Aug 13, 2007 11:21 pm
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Not sure about anyone else, but I'm having a bear of a time trying to find the Federal small pistol primers. I don't need the match grade but will...
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If you were near San Antonio, I could help you out. I have a source for Federal small pistol primers and large also.
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Last post by 1911jerry
Wed Aug 15, 2007 9:34 pm
eBay buying frenzy
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O6nop »
Tue Aug 14, 2007 1:27 pm
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As eBay's policy takes affect (no gun related items as of Aug 13) I bought as many value-priced bullets as I could before the deadline. The issue is...
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Try going to the powder manufacturers website. They usually have data for a lot of different bullets. Free of course.
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Last post by HighVelocity
Tue Aug 14, 2007 9:54 pm
berry's bullets
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sskimber »
Thu Aug 02, 2007 8:37 pm
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I have a question about Berry's bullets, What data should I use for there 185 gr bullet in a 45?
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Thank you for shearing your knowledge. I was finally able to set up and run my first lot.
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Last post by sskimber
Sun Aug 12, 2007 7:43 am
Recogmendations on where to purchase supplies in Houston
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mcub »
Tue Aug 07, 2007 5:33 pm
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I was wondering if any one could suggest stores that sale powder and primers in the Houston area.
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On NW side of houston(1960 and Jones road area) is very complete line of powders and primers, lots of bullets. A little pricier than Gander Mtn but a...
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Last post by Jeremae
Wed Aug 08, 2007 1:12 pm
Lead prices declining
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TxD »
Mon Aug 06, 2007 4:50 pm
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Look at the prices over the last year.
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Thank you, thank you, thank you for the link! Many metals price web sites give a teaser and want the user to register and pay a lot of money to see...
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Last post by BobCat
Tue Aug 07, 2007 8:47 am
Maintenance on reloading press
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O6nop »
Sat Aug 04, 2007 3:23 pm
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I've just started out reloading. I'm using a Lee Challenger press and a 45acp speed die. I'm starting out by doing one step at a time on every piece...
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You know, to me it doesn't sound like a bad idea to use a dry film lube. I would think it would help keep the primer dust off. But then again, if it...
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Last post by phddan
Mon Aug 06, 2007 4:29 pm
My first 100 rounds.......
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AggieMM »
Sun Aug 05, 2007 11:12 pm
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Well, I finally got all of my supplies, and got my press up and running this weekend (with the help of my brother, txaggie). We loaded up a batch for...
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No sweat, you can do it next time. :grin:
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Last post by phddan
Mon Aug 06, 2007 9:42 am
Load documentation
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O6nop »
Sun Aug 05, 2007 1:36 pm
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I'm working up to my first loads, what are the suggestions for the information in documenting your loads. How much powder, weight and type of bullets...
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I'm a low tech kinda guy. Pencil and paper for me. Got a MTM Handloaders Log at Sportmens Wharehouse when I first started reloading. Its a 3 ring...
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Last post by phddan
Mon Aug 06, 2007 7:34 am
Thoughts on equipment
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mcub »
Sat Jul 21, 2007 12:20 am
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Still pondering, thanks for the previous input.
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Thanks for all the Ideals and advice.
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Last post by mcub
Sun Aug 05, 2007 6:54 pm
9X19 125 gr. RNL
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nuparadigm »
Fri Aug 03, 2007 6:12 pm
What's been your experience with loads for this? What are your loads for this.
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Last post by nuparadigm
Fri Aug 03, 2007 6:12 pm
Just shot my first reloads!
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XDandy »
Mon Jul 30, 2007 12:50 pm
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Well, after months of reading info and gather supplies, I finally can say I've shot my own rounds. My Lee Classic turret press came in on friday and...
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Shooting your own reloads is a wonderful feeling. Enjoy.
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Last post by mrbug
Mon Jul 30, 2007 10:02 pm
gun jams
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Venus Pax »
Sat Jul 28, 2007 2:35 pm
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I took some reloads to the range today. Out of 40 rounds, about 5 either stovepiped or were double feeds. I can handle stovepipes (Charles taught...
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VP,
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Last post by flintknapper
Sat Jul 28, 2007 8:41 pm
AUSTIN Powder Order ????
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jhutto »
Thu Jul 26, 2007 9:13 am
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anyone in the Austin area want to split some hasmat fee's? and order some powder/primers.
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YEA 869 is pretty new, but you would think people would carry in 8lb cans since it is a .50 BMG powder.(duh) sportsmans had it in 1lb cans... but...
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Last post by jhutto
Fri Jul 27, 2007 5:15 pm
newb questions
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LedJedi »
Mon Jul 23, 2007 8:16 am
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I'm not yet ready to take up the sacred quest of reloading, but I'm ready to start preparing for that battle. When we move after Xmas I'll have more...
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Clean is a subjective evaluation. I believe that they are clean in that, when you load them to lead bullet data, the plating remains intact on the...
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Last post by mcub
Thu Jul 26, 2007 9:52 am
Dimensions for a reloading bench.....
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AggieMM »
Tue Jun 26, 2007 3:59 pm
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As I mentioned in my other post, I'm new to the world of reloading. I purchased a 550b, and plan to reload in my garage. I'm trying to make it work...
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We ahve the same name & same pistol preference but his Dillon sure outshines my RCBS single stage.
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Last post by longtooth
Wed Jul 25, 2007 9:35 pm
seating & crimping
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Venus Pax »
Mon Jul 23, 2007 2:49 pm
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I was on the phone with LT last week about this, but thought I'd put it on the board for everyone:
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I guess the picture looked like the case was smaller than the bullet, and that caused the neck to be crimped down to where ther was a shoulder ...
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Last post by KRM45
Tue Jul 24, 2007 8:07 pm
Equipment
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mcub »
Tue Jul 17, 2007 10:23 pm
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I’m pondering the hand loading ideal. one of the things I don’t see myself doing is that darn _______ powder precisely and repeated onto that...
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Sorry Thane, forgot to come back and answer you.
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Last post by mcub
Fri Jul 20, 2007 7:32 pm
Dillon VS RCBS or other Powder Measure
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jhutto »
Wed Jul 18, 2007 10:50 am
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I currently have a dillon 550b press. I use it to reload 45acp, .308win and 300 Ultramag. The powder measure seems to vary almost +- .5 grains at the...
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I use a powder trickler on every rifle load.
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Last post by phddan
Thu Jul 19, 2007 5:00 pm
550B finally installed on bench....
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AggieMM »
Thu Jul 19, 2007 11:40 am
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After finally getting my strong mount in, I installed my Dillon 550b on my bench.
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yes, yes you are.
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Last post by pbandjelly
Thu Jul 19, 2007 1:09 pm
Health risk regarding gun powder
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KinnyLee »
Sat Sep 16, 2006 10:46 am
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Other than lead content in the primer and the bullet itself, are there any health risk in handling gun powder? Just wondering.
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The only thing I touch while reloading is lead from the bullets.
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Last post by phddan
Thu Jul 19, 2007 12:56 pm
failure to cycle
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Venus Pax »
Wed Jul 18, 2007 5:56 pm
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I loaded about 10 rounds today & tested them in the back yard just to see if they would cylce. (I didn't actually fire them; I racked the slide while...
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What kind of die set do you have that doesn't have a crimp/seater die?
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Last post by phddan
Thu Jul 19, 2007 9:33 am
Powder and primer purchases?
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sskimber »
Wed Jul 18, 2007 8:05 pm
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What is the best strategy for buying components? Online, Mail order, local store or gun shows?
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Powder Valley will mix primers and powder, up to 48 lbs., on one $20 HAZMAT fee.
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Last post by BobCat
Thu Jul 19, 2007 8:52 am
calipers
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Venus Pax »
Mon Jul 09, 2007 9:52 pm
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Is this caliper good?
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But the look just like a wrench so it has to be a wrench too... :lol:
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Last post by dozerboy
Wed Jul 18, 2007 2:45 pm
Reloading newbie
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bauerdj »
Fri Jul 13, 2007 12:48 pm
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I am thinking of getting into reloading, at least in part for economic reasons. I have reloaded shotgun shells in the past, and using a Lee hand...
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I'm looking to get into reloading just .308 for now, and since I don't need to really crank them out, I'm looking at this kit:
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Last post by cyphur
Tue Jul 17, 2007 8:45 pm
Reloader question
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ScubaSigGuy »
Thu Jul 12, 2007 9:45 pm
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I am looking at and about to purchase a Dillon XL 650 I believe. Has anyone seen them available for less than MSRP anywhere? I sure have not. Also,...
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The dillon equipment doesn't sell used for much less than new. (Good product and warranty) SOmetimes you see them in local auctions, garage sales,...
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Last post by jhutto
Fri Jul 13, 2007 10:30 am
Berry's Manufacturing (bullets)
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Venus Pax »
Thu Jul 12, 2007 1:53 pm
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CaptDave recommended these to me.
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oops, maybe it is Southwest.......i've been a little backwards lately, so I wouldn't doubt I'm wrong :grin:
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Last post by age_ranger
Fri Jul 13, 2007 12:04 am
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Last post by snowandice
Tue Jul 10, 2007 11:01 pm
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Last post by Diode
Tue Jul 10, 2007 2:13 pm
awfully 'noob' question
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by
Seburiel »
Wed Jul 04, 2007 10:19 am
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Hey, all,
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MoJo,
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Last post by Venus Pax
Tue Jul 10, 2007 12:53 pm
Lee Auto Prime
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Venus Pax »
Sun Jul 08, 2007 10:56 pm
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Everyone that has one seems to love it.
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Thanks guys.
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Last post by Venus Pax
Mon Jul 09, 2007 9:55 pm
Reloading, of course!!!
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george »
Sun Jul 08, 2007 8:07 pm
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I am probably the last person who should bring this up, since I live in horrible apartment, and do not have a permanent reloading set-up at this...
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What if the range has a classroom, or this could be organized away from the shootin'?
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Last post by pbandjelly
Mon Jul 09, 2007 1:35 pm
Lots of activity
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jhutto »
Mon Jul 09, 2007 10:45 am
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Now that ammo pricing is going from bad to absurd, there seems to be a lot more folks in this section. I am glad to see some activity here!!!!
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Back at cha :grin:
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Last post by phddan
Mon Jul 09, 2007 10:47 am
Sportsman's Warehouse
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KRM45 »
Sun Mar 25, 2007 2:23 pm
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I went in here a few days ago to look for some supplies and I found there bullet section almost empty. Anyone know anything about this?
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Must be a problem down thataway. The Sportsman's Warehouse in Las Cruces (NM) is always completely stocked.
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Last post by frizzen
Sun Jul 08, 2007 10:45 pm
New to the forum
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Mario »
Fri Jul 06, 2007 10:44 am
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hello,
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I am driving up to get the gear this morning :grin:
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Last post by Fourman
Sat Jul 07, 2007 6:51 am
Seasonal pressures
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Venus Pax »
Thu Jul 05, 2007 7:02 pm
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Lee's manual states that a load you developed in winter may be too hot next summer (110).
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FWIW, temperature is not a huge factor for most reloaders. It can be an issue if your load is right at the high end of the safety margin and you are...
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Last post by G.C.Montgomery
Fri Jul 06, 2007 10:25 am
Can't work in the rain
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phddan »
Thu Jul 05, 2007 9:08 pm
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Being as I work outside for a living, this past couple of weeks has been rrrreeeeaaaallllllly slow.
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Yeah, I know. :sad:
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Last post by phddan
Thu Jul 05, 2007 10:02 pm
What to do with unwanted brass (9mm)?
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AggieMM »
Tue Jul 03, 2007 2:40 pm
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I recently purchased a box-o-brass for my newly acquired hobby. After reading a bunch of articles, and talking with family and friends, I've got a...
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Just got back from the holiday, so I'm catching up. I had no idea that it would become that popular. :grin:
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Last post by AggieMM
Thu Jul 05, 2007 10:14 am
OSHA - doesn't apply to you? think again!
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DrKyle1 »
Wed Jul 04, 2007 3:29 pm
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This is some really scary stuff - check this out & if you enjoy shooting/reloading please act!!! It only takes a few minutes... don't rely on others...
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Thanks, VP. I totally missed the other thread.
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Last post by nuparadigm
Thu Jul 05, 2007 6:36 am
question for 1911 reloaders
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Venus Pax »
Fri Jun 15, 2007 9:50 pm
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I had problems with some ammo I reloaded today at Dad's. (Since he only reloads rifle and revolver rounds, he & I just followed the manual with the...
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Sorry for hijacking the thread folks...It was late and I honestly thought I'd posted this to an all new thread. Thanks for the info BobCat.
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Last post by G.C.Montgomery
Mon Jul 02, 2007 12:35 pm
brass
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Venus Pax »
Fri Jun 29, 2007 3:36 pm
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How do you know when brass is no longer good?
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Count me in if it fits my schedule. Weekends are better for me.
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Last post by RKirby
Sat Jun 30, 2007 9:52 am
45-70 reload data help
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phddan »
Thu Jun 28, 2007 11:24 am
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Have a Marlin 1895 that I usually load up 400gr Speer FN bullets in.
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Well, I loaded up 8 cases, 2 each of 45, 47, 49, and 51 grains of IMR 4198. Stepped out back and chronoed and had good results with all 8. No signs...
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Fri Jun 29, 2007 2:27 pm
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