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Posted: 11/9/2008 5:50:07 PM EDT
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Ive reloaded for many years but never for a AR. I would enjoying seeing some tips. I can load on a single stage press or on a dillon 650 |
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Full length sizrer die Use Hornady Stoney Point headspace gauge + Hold the COAL to 2.26 inches for reliable feeding in a USGI magazine. 75 grain AMAX bullets, and all of the 80 grain bullets on the market are too long to load to magazine length, they can be loaded out for single loading in AR's. Seat primers slightly sub flush. That's about all there is to it. |
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At the top of the page under Tutorials, is a step by step "how to load 223".
Here is a Link to part 1 of a 4 part series. It's was written for new reloaders and has all the basics for loading for AR's. |
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Just some info for reading:
http://www.6mmbr.com/223Rem.html Here's another good article: http://www.shootingtimes.com/ammunition/st223_120606/index.html |
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Tips???
IMHO…………"the secret" to re-loading a bottle neck cartridge for a gas gun is to gauge your re-sized brass. There are many different brands and ways to gauge your re-loads. Examples…….. http://www.sinclairintl.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=REMTHT&type=store This is how I do mine. 6) I use a single station press (RCBS Rock Chucker). You could use a progressive Dillon IF you wanted to. It's a personal choice. But, with whatever press you choose, consider shell plate/shell holder and/or press "flex.” I use a regular FL size/de-capper die, NOT the small base dies. To begin, FL size and de-cap, 1 or 2 cases for a test. Gauge the re-sized case(s), to confirm that the "correct size" has been achieved. I use a Forster Products case gauge (the Wilson or Dillon case gauges are also popular choices). Insert a case into the case gauge. The headstamped end of the case, needs to be at or between the high and low cuts on the gauge, to pass. This checks the headspace. While the other end, is used to check if the case will need to be trimmed (a job for later on). IF, it’s not the “correct size,” your die setting will need adjustment. Lower the ram and simply screw the die in or out a little. Don’t forget about the lock nut. Then, re-size another couple of test cases and check your work again. Repeat the test and adjustments, as needed. When you're satisfied that your test cases are properly re-sized, do the entire lot (remember to test some cases throughout the run). What you do, or don't do, is up to you. Aloha, Mark |
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For normal shooting, blasting, offhand practice, I like the ball powders.
In order of my preference, BLC2, AA-2230, Tac, H-335, and W-748. They measure exactly spot on. For target loads I use Varget, a stick powder that has some measuring issues. If you load Varget, you will need a drop tube, as it fills the case up with normal loads. IMR-4895 and RL-15, stick powders, also have their fans. |
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