Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-25-2013, 11:07 AM
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Views: 735
Re: Bulk .223 / 5.56 bullets in stock
Indeed good pricing.
Although hopeful that prices can and will return to a more sensible level, I am skeptical in that once acclimatized to higher prices there is little incentive to lower them(see...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-25-2013, 05:27 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 735
Re: Bulk .223 / 5.56 bullets in stock
Z
I hope you are correct.
I only purchased the bullets because I needed to finish a run of 5.56 that I started and ran out of 55gr. bullets.
I, like you, stocked up over the years and can...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-24-2013, 01:36 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 735
Re: Bulk .223 / 5.56 bullets in stock
Placed the order for 500 at 2pm Got an email at 2:28 pm stating the order shipped-free shipping to boot.
Yeah, I have paid a lot less for 55gr BT but in today's environment I guess I have become...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-25-2013, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 575
Re: Not A Pretty Picture
I am sure it has been mentioned before but what I do is this:
I use a label printer to make stick on label of all my powders-usually 2 or 3 for each powder and stick 'em on the jug.
When I fill the...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-29-2012, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 584
Re: Self Defense Reloads
Joker,
Like Old Grumpy, I still have and test yearly, some 30-06 ammunition I reloaded as a 13 year old kid 50 years ago. They ALL go bang. Their accuracy seems to be just about the same-(since I...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-20-2012, 04:36 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 715
Re: 45-70 question
First off, yup-it is a fun gun.
Completely different from BR stuff I normally like to shoot but tossing a huge chunk of lead downrange is truly different.
I have a Marlin 1895 - quite accurate with...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-13-2012, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 456
Re: Price of once fired mixed brass
Good luck,
You can get NEW Starline brass for 12.3 cents each.
Guess if the folks on Craigslist are not smart shoppers you can find someone to buy your stuff.
Would think about half of what...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-11-2012, 08:26 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 567
Re: Is Hornady quality control going to h@ll?
Would it be appropriate to toss the BS flag here?
I see posts from the OP on this and a few other sites and there is a singular thread in them--bash Hornady or LnL or now bullets.
Guys, I have NO...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-08-2012, 05:02 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 435
Re: Precision Delta Bullets
I recently sent best friend over to Precision Delta for the purchase of some bulk ammo.
Fast delivery, good looking and shooting ammunition.
Not a thing negative to say.
Given the current...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-03-2012, 04:46 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 579
Re: best online site for buying ammo?
In today's environment, the best place is the site that actually HAS some in stock!
I don't purchase loaded ammo-roll my own but have friends who wanted to get large (1k) amount of several different...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
11-13-2012, 02:40 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 433
Re: Expand & powder charge die for LNL AP
stev,
that is the one i purchased and it works great.
i agree in that it was what i thought a lot for a small piece of machined steel but it works like a charm.
i am sure you will be satisfied
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
11-13-2012, 05:03 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 433
Re: Expand & powder charge die for LNL AP
312,
I went that route-called CS and they promptly sent me the parts.
When they arrived nothing fit nor came close to being usable so I called CS back and was then told that my unit was below the...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
11-11-2012, 07:13 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 433
Re: Expand & powder charge die for LNL AP
stev,
as a PS on the above post, I use the same PTE while reloading 380 ACP cases and it works just as well as in the 9mm--as one would expect seeing as how they are both .356
Gary
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
11-11-2012, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 433
Re: Expand & powder charge die for LNL AP
stev,
reload with the LnL unit and did use the powder thru expander in 9mm but was not entirely happy with its performance so I found and aftermarket PTE that really works much better. Sorry I don't...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
11-03-2012, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 458
Re: Collet Bullet Puller help....
Will go with a +1 on 312,
I have both types and if you are pulling more than a couple, go with the Hornady collet type.
You don't exactly need a collet for each caliber, I have pulled 277 with...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-20-2012, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 646
Re: Question about cleaning brass
I respect LD in his opinion re: shiny brass - in this case, however, I liken it to a "blonde vs. brunette" discussion. Some like one, some like the other. I am retentive enough to like shiny new...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-05-2012, 08:16 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,457
Re: Powder/Primer shelf life????
In a word, just about forever.
I have 30-06 ammunition I reloaded as a kid in the late 50's and I will pull 2 or 3 out every year just to test.
Every one still fires just fine.
Like JLA noted...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-03-2012, 07:00 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 845
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-11-2012, 04:38 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 376
Re: Need Help
You will use a taper crimp--I doubt you can purchase a roll crimp in the seating die-the die makers have fixed this conundrum for you.
Usually semi-auto cases that headspace on the mouth of the...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-20-2012, 01:07 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 909
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-08-2012, 05:33 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,354
Re: Casting your own
Like many of the others here I, too, cast my bullets.
Even the 30-06 and 308 can be driven up pretty quick if you use a good lube like Lars "Carnuba Red" from White Label Lube.
Have gotten 150gr....
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-21-2012, 03:38 PM
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Replies: 6
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Re: Reloading + Air Travel?
Have been swabbed and sniffed multiple times at my home airport which shall remain nameless lest TSA think their very very expensive technology is not working, often with the save clothes and...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-27-2012, 07:47 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 962
Re: 300 Blackout
I have been reloading for the 300 Whisiper/aka Blackout for about 4 or so years - all subsonic with heavy, ie, 220 and 240 gr. Stopped using H 110 as it has a tendency to overpressure when the temps...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-06-2012, 05:25 PM
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Replies: 2
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Re: Neck Turning Question
If it is a factory barrel I probably would not waste my time as it is highly unlikely that you will see a noticeable improvement.
If it is a custom job that is a different animal altogether.
Yes,...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-03-2012, 01:11 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 1,500
Re: Buying bulk powder and primers
Short of buying pull downs or canister surplus, I have not found anyone who sells for less.
When you factor in the service and reliability of PV I rarely go elsewhere.
Just placed large order last...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-20-2012, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 1,661
Re: Reloading 270 Winchester
gcalloway,
Welcome.
I have had very good success with the 130 Barnes TSX BT with H4350.
I load 54.5 gr with CCI LR primer and Win Cases.
Chrono a bit over 3000 fps thru my Browning ABolt ...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-15-2011, 10:25 AM
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Replies: 32
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Re: Hornady Lock n Load Auto-Indexing Press
Caneman,
I followed all the replies and my thoughts are EXACTLY in line with Waldog.
I have been using the LNL for over 3 years and in excess of 8000 rounds, mostly 45 and 9mm but a goodly # of 223...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
08-19-2011, 08:41 AM
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Replies: 2
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Re: Paper patching
Aces,
Go to either the Cast Bullet Assn Forum or the Cast Boolits Forum
You should be able to find all you need and more on paper patching.
Gary
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-30-2011, 09:31 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 477
Re: die question
Hunter,
Do you mean the Lee set that you pound the case into the die with a leather or plastic mallet?
If so, it is how I got my start 50 years ago, yeah, it works but trust me get the Lee...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-21-2011, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,336
Re: Just purchased a Hornady LNL AP Loader
Just a quick suggestion if you get the shellplates on "fleabay".
Be sure they are the newer EZ-ject type not the older spring clipped ejector.
If they don't say either ask or pass.
Since my LNL...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-21-2011, 06:23 AM
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Replies: 21
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Re: Best brand for Reloading Equipment
Not enough choices.
All of the above are fine.
Customer service with RCBS and Hornady (for me, at least) are exemplary-it is what other companies should strive for.
As to the question of "Best",...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-07-2011, 08:13 PM
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Replies: 58
Views: 5,598
Re: Reloading room changes
Just a suggestion re: the case cleaner and sifter.
To minimize your exposure to lead from spent primers in the dust generated when you pour out the media - get the sifter outside and maybe even have...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-28-2010, 06:51 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,082
Re: Need info on older Speer bullets
I have several Speer manuals from the 70's and 80's and I will look for the data you requested.
IF it is any different from what is posted I will send it along- if it is the same I will spare the...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-23-2010, 05:29 PM
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Replies: 2
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-10-2010, 05:55 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,508
Re: Hornady LNL priming problem
My first thought with 223's is: are they military cases and do they have a crimp?
If so, fix is simple. Either pitch the cases or ream the primer pocket with the appropriate tool to remove the...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-07-2009, 05:34 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,267
Re: Lone Wolf barrel and reloading for Glock
Although I have run large amounts of lead cast thru the OEM Glock 19 barrel I got a LW barrel back over one year ago and now pretty much use it whenever I shoot lead bullets.
No problems with either...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
11-30-2009, 03:15 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,093
Re: .338 lapua
I am not aware of "Main Line" makers selling 338 Lapua.
Mine is Armalite and do NOT consider it a hunting round-first off it weighs in at around 14# with a NF scope on top-not what I call a carry...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-18-2009, 04:08 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,148
Re: Primer pocket cleaning
Always clean and prep the brass that I use for Bench Rest or Hunting rounds and those that go in the carry gun but o not clean for plinking/practice.
do not carry a cleaning rod to the range! ...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-17-2009, 04:03 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,508
Re: Hornady LNL priming problem
Springer,
Have pushed thru well over 10k with my LnL and the only problem with primers have been related to crud that has accumulated in the primer seater.
What I do is simply unscrew the seater...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-06-2009, 07:04 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 709
Re: Kids and Handloading, when and if to start?
I started pounding cases into the Lee cheapie die/reloading set when I was approaching 12 years of age.
Just as long as you are supervising their activity and they have a modicum of sense I think 13...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
09-17-2009, 07:54 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,486
Re: AMMO QUESTION
Please refine the question.
Have absolutely no idea of what is being sought.
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
09-01-2009, 06:17 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,214
Re: Handloading for others? (well for $$s?)
Everything medalguy said PLUS ---- "No good deed goes unpunished"
In my former life, the worst grief I got was when I did favors for folks I thought I knew-all is peaches and cream until...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-30-2009, 10:32 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 2,585
Re: Will Ammo deteriorate if stockpiled?
I have posted similar comments on other sites but here it goes again.
I still have a quantity of 30-06 ammo that I reloaded in the late 50's using the old pound 'em in Lee type.
Once a year,...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-24-2009, 09:24 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 887
Re: .243 cases cracking
I had the exact same problem with an older Model 70 Win(old but still post '64). Shot factory ammo and never got outstanding accuracy but the problem became evident once I began to reload for it.
I...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-20-2009, 05:04 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,374
Re: Old Primers
S&W-4me,
Like all of the other relies, I too , say shoot 'em.
I have an ongoing test of ammo I loaded as a kid in the late 50's (30-06 with the pound 'em in Lee set up).
By definition, I used...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-04-2009, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 945
Re: Reloading lead bullets
Perhaps I misunderstood the question but NO do not remove the lube from the boolit-the only reason it is there is to lube the bullets passage down the bore and preclude leading and keep the barrel...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-30-2009, 06:06 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 856
Re: Make your bullets
News to me!!
Now, I will grant you that if you push a pure lead to say 4000 fps you will lose a significant amount of projectile in re-lining your steel barrel with lead but to say come apart,...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-08-2009, 02:39 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 722
Re: Learning to reload?
Read, read and read some more.
Then when you do start to reload, go slow, start on a nice single stage press with one caliber to get the feel of things. Don't get distracted while reloading and if...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-08-2009, 05:12 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 625
Re: Boat tail or Flat base
There has been a whole lot of research done over time to show that the flat base is a small bit more accurate over shorter distances (under 200 yards) than BT's.
That said, once you get to reaching...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-28-2009, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 930
Re: 45-70 Bullet Seating Problem
Your picture came through great and I concur that you need to bell the mouth a bit more-go slow when seating the bullet - in fact, try this- seat it just barely in the mouth, lower the ram, make sure...
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