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Posted: 2/14/2009 7:46:43 PM EDT
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I read the whole 223 reloading sticky and it was great, very informative, great pics! But I have some basic questions.
1. How much does it cost these days, per round, to reload with all new components (no press amortization) just the consumables? 2. How long does the brass last on average? 3. Can you buy a complete kit, tumbler, press, dies, book, etc and where? Thank you |
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I read the whole 223 reloading sticky and it was great, very informative, great pics! But I have some basic questions. 1. How much does it cost these days, per round, to reload with all new components (no press amortization) just the consumables? Brass free, bullet .15 to .30 ea, You didn't say which bullet. Primer $.025. Powder $.10 to .15, again you didn't specify load. Figure about 1/2 the cost of factory. 2. How long does the brass last on average? Depends on how "hot" the load is. 4 to 8 loadings depending on load. 3. Can you buy a complete kit, tumbler, press, dies, book, etc and where? No, a kit will contain most of what you will need. Read the recommended list at the top of the page under Reloading tools and equipment. Thank you |
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I read the whole 223 reloading sticky and it was great, very informative, great pics! But I have some basic questions. 1. How much does it cost these days, per round, to reload with all new components (no press amortization) just the consumables? Brass = price per bag of 100 - (A) Primer = price per 100 -(B) Bullet = price per 100 - (C) Powder = price per 1lb bottle, divide by 7000, mutiply by charge weight, multiply by 100 - (D) Soo - total cost per round = (A + B + C + D) , then divide by 100 to get your cost per completed new assembled cartridge 
2. How long does the brass last on average? Too many variables : how heavy you load, will it slpit at case mouth, will you lose the case, will it not hold primer any more 3. Can you buy a complete kit, tumbler, press, dies, book, etc and where? Most generally you will need to purchase each item seperate to fit your needs. Thank you |
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Man you did not read that closely, the best advice is get The ABC's of Reloading, then read it twice! Take notes! Then you define a budget, go back to the sticky and consult the vendors and run up a cart and you will see how much it costs. This book is outstanding, along with Lyman's Reloading Manual. I was in your shoes 3 years ago & asked the same questions. Reading those two books gives great insight into the mechanics and methods behind cartridge reloading. I also recommend reading the manuals you buy for the respective bullets you plan to reload. Both the Hornady and Nosler manuals are helpful along with a few others out there. Finally, you need to clarify to yourself WHY you're planning to reload. Save money, improve accuracy, pursue a new hobby, etc. I say this because reloading does require TIME and ORGANIZATION in order to do so effectively and safely. You cannot have outside interruptions while you're charging cases or you are begging for your new passion to turn into a personal tour of the inside of an ambulance. Do your due dilligence & you'll find that you will sometimes rather spend time in your reloading room than on the bench at the range! Best of luck to you. |
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I'm finding it's about $230 per 1000 without the cost of brass to make accurate 55gr FMJ rounds (much like m193 but better accuracy).
Like me, if you cannot buy in the bulk that the guys do around here it's not as cheap as is often expressed. Powder, at the shops around me, is about $20/lb. (you'll need about 4-5/k) Primers run $30/k and online 55gr fmj bullets are running $100/k shipped (hornady). YMMV but keep in mind that some of these figures you see around here are based on $1000 orders of components which not everyone is capable of. Just telling you something I wish i would've been told when starting up. It's made out to seem cheaper than it is sometimes. That's not to say I havn't found a great/new/exciting/time consuming/rewarding/satisfying new hobby to go along with my BRD. You're first rounds make you go   
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People so often get false impressions on costs....they need to do the math to their door.....or local costs if a vendor is well stocked. There are posters that are running costs by that they bought primers 15 bucks a K....not a reality for new reloader. New reloaders need to understand that getting consumables online incurs a haz mat charge per carton of goods some companys mix to a max of 48# for the 22.50. Other places ie Midway have two charges as their powder vendor is seperate from their operation. The biggest question one needs to answer do they have time time and inclination to reload. While not rocket science it does require an attention to details, and when loading rifle rounds there is time consuming work with respect to case prep. Buying cheap tools is not always a bright idea! Buy once and cry once! Volume production even with a Dillon of 223 ammo is still a bit time consuming.....
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