Forum: General Discussion
12-31-2008, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 320
Where to shoot in Central Florida
Hello all,
I just recently moved to Central Florida and I am looking for a place to shoot. Anybody have any info will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-29-2008, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,637
Re: Reloading location
What type of thumbscrews do you use? I know there is a lot of force required sometimes when reloading. Can you take a picture of your setup that would be very helpful.
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-27-2008, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,637
Re: Reloading location
Hey I have a question. I recently moved to florida and don't have a room to reload in. I was thinking about setting up a reloading bench on my carport. My concerns would be the humidity causing the...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
08-19-2006, 02:56 AM
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Replies: 80
Views: 38,519
Sig Mosquito
Looking for opinions and experiences with the Sig Arms Mosquito. I have one and it seems to jam no matter what I feed it. Sometimes they are FTE and FTF. I bought it new and have put about 200 rounds...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
08-17-2006, 10:32 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 854
Re: XD's anygood?
I have an XD in 40 S&W and it shoots well and is very solid. It is heavier than a glock and maybe a little more than my Kimber 1911 but probably the same as a GI 1911. I have many all types of ammo...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-17-2006, 10:28 PM
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Replies: 195
Views: 22,348
Re: What's your carry gun?
I carry a Kimber Pro carry or my Springfield XD40 or my Taurus 617 in 357 mag. I depends on what I'm wearing and what the weather is. Mostly the Kimber.
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Forum: General Military Arms & History Forum
12-26-2005, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,524
Re: What would you choose....
On the handgun side it would have to be a 1911 commander model for the other I am torn between AK47 in 7.62x39 or my G3 in .308.
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-23-2005, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 107
Views: 10,460
Re: AK (762x39) vs. AR/M-16 (.223 / 5.56)
I am also a former military man and I would go with the AK over the AR. I've had friends come back from in country and relay their experiences with the .223 and how badly it performs overall. They...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-30-2005, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-30-2005, 06:26 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-30-2005, 06:21 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
Re: want to atart reloading
LDBennet,
While we have different opinons on equipment I know I can speak for you and most others that no matter which equipment you purchase you must read,read,read and above all be careful and...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-29-2005, 04:31 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
Re: want to atart reloading
IMHO I don't recommend a beginner start with a progressive press. Too much room for error. I would start with a turret press the initial outlay in cash isn't much and if you find that reloading isn't...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-28-2005, 07:54 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,170
Re: want to atart reloading
Yes there are many books available. You can try with the Lyman reloading book 48th edition I think. I use a Lee autoindexing turret press. The basic press kits runs about $98 from Natchess and the...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-28-2005, 07:46 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 693
Re: Crimping
I had loaded up some Indian mil spec brass (.308) and shot it. I used the collet sizer only and the bullets seemed to just fall in. I don't use an expander unless like you posted the copper starts...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-26-2005, 06:20 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 693
Re: Crimping
I use Lee Deluxe Rifle Dies. I beleive it has a collet die, as well as a full length sizer die. Like I said it seems that the bullets are loose once they are seated. I can move them in and out by...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-25-2005, 04:08 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 693
Crimping
Just looking for some opinions on crimping reloaded ammo. I do crimp all my pistol reloads. I just started reloading for .308 and I also crimp this round slightly as well. I do this because some of...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-11-2005, 07:25 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,637
Re: New 45acp load using unique & 200gr lswc
Once you put the charge bar in the powder measure you won't have to keep unscrewing the hopper. I also recommend the swivel adapter I just added one to my setup and it works great. I have the 4 hole...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-04-2005, 09:11 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 2,637
Re: New 45acp load using unique & 200gr lswc
Sounds like you are reloading using Lee equipment. I say this because you make reference to a .57 disk. I dumped them long ago and use the Lee Charge bar. It's pretty much set it and forget it. I...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-15-2005, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 808
Re: once shot brass capacity different why!!!!!!!!
I use the liquid polish in my media when I polish my brass. I however wait until after the brass has been cleaned and polished before I deprime. That way I can catch the above cited case and don't...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-28-2005, 06:27 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,111
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-27-2005, 08:37 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,111
Re: Primers in Mil Brass
Implanotx thanks for the idea about the pocket knife. I had some time ago purchased a deburring tool from Dillon and after reading your post about 45 degrees to primer pocket I tried the deburring...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-27-2005, 06:08 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,111
Re: Primers in Mil Brass
Thanks for all the info I was talking to a guy at work that reloads alot and used something call a primer pocket swager from RCBS that fits right into his press. I have a Lee Turret press, looking at...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-27-2005, 06:57 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,111
Re: Primers in Mil Brass
I have the Lyman book plus countless others. I have been reloading for about 8 years, mainly pistol. This is my first try at rifle calibers. Thanks for the info.
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-26-2005, 08:00 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,111
Primers in Mil Brass
I am just starting to reload for rifle .308 to be specific. I have about 600 rounds of Indian Mil Surplus brass to reload (It was boxer primed only one flash hole). I have a set of Lee Deluxe rifle...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-24-2005, 05:05 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 989
Re: Electronic scale
I too have the Dillon Electronic Scale. I love it and wouldn't be without it. I find it to be very accurate and extremely easy to use.
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-15-2005, 06:35 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 630
Re: Cleaning Medium
That's what I thought. I mean the stuff is cheap enough why go to all the trouble. I was just wondering if you guys had heard about anybody else doing this?
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-10-2005, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 630
Cleaning Medium
I was talking to a guy last week that says he cleans his corncob tumbler medium. I forgot how he said he cleans it. Anybody heard of this? Isn't it easier to just buy new?
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-10-2005, 08:55 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 724
Re: Hand priming and then loading by press...
I have a Lee 4 hole autoindexing Turret Press and I use the Lee hand priming tool. I like it a lot and works great. I usually clean and then deprime and size my brass. Then I use the hand prime and...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-07-2005, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 815
Re: Powder burn rates
Here Ya Go.
Burning Rate Chart (Courtesy of Hodgdon Powder Co.)
(Fastest to Slowest)
1. R-1 Norma
2. N310, Vihtavuori
3. Bullseye, Alliant
4. N312, Vihtavuori
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Forum: General Discussion
04-06-2005, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 574
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-29-2005, 08:35 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 652
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-27-2005, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 725
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-27-2005, 08:21 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,044
Re: 38 special in 357 brass
I am currently loading .357 with 5.2 Grains of Unique using a 158 gr LSWC out of 2" barrel and they are running in low to mid 900fps range. According to WRF22 you get leading over 950fps (I think...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-26-2005, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,044
Re: 38 special in 357 brass
I don't have much experience with gas checks. Can they be added at anytime or do they have to used when the bullets are cast? I am using about 5.6 grains of Unique and getting around 950fps or so. I...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-23-2005, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,858
Re: Frangible ammo for home/defense?
No I don't lock up all the guns. I leave one out at night. Since most creeps don't like lights he won't be coming up the back stairway it is equipped with motion lights or maybe he would. Like you...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-21-2005, 09:40 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 558
Re: New Chronograph
I'm using new Winchester brass and they are from the same lot. I'm loading 5.2 grains of unique with a cci mag pistol primer. I've loaded them with 158gr LSWC. I did check them for OAL and they are...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-21-2005, 03:36 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 558
Re: New Chronograph
Sorry, I'm shooting .357mag with 158 gr LSWC from a Taurus Titanium with a 2" barrel.
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2005, 06:02 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 558
New Chronograph
Anybody have any information or have chronographed factory ammo. Anybody have any data for standard deviation. I tried out my new chrono with some reloads and for 27 rounds I have a Average velocity...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2005, 05:58 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,910
Re: why doesnt walmart carry 10mm ammo?
I agree. I'm sure there is plenty of other topics we can argue about. :D
BTW Djohns6 do you have any experience with chronographing your reloads? Just want some info.
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
03-20-2005, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 71
Views: 6,586
Re: Home Defense Weapon of Choice
Depending on your experience level. If you are new to guns and don't have much experience I recommend a revolver in the .357 mag or even .45 ACP foodgroup. Low maintenance and pretty much goes bang...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2005, 09:36 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,910
Re: why doesnt walmart carry 10mm ammo?
If you read my post you will see that I stated that I actually saw it and didn't get it from a friend of a friend's uncles mothers brother. The next gun that comes in for repair I will post some...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2005, 08:36 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,910
Re: why doesnt walmart carry 10mm ammo?
Where do you live? Here where I live I have talked to all the "Walmart" knowledgeable staff and they know don't know dick about guns. Not even a clue as to what a distributor is. Guys in my area have...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2005, 07:35 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,234
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2005, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,910
Re: why doesnt walmart carry 10mm ammo?
Personally I don't buy guns or ammo at Walmart. In my opinion most of the people you see buying guns or ammo from Walmart type stores are usually people who moved to NH from Mass ( I live in NH) or...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2005, 07:17 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 915
Re: improoving accuracy
Matty, yes definitely dump the safety scale. I had one and to me it wasn't very accurate. I use the Dillon electronic scale and it works great. As far as loads I haven't started reloading for my .308...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2005, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,858
Re: Frangible ammo for home/defense?
Crpdeth,
You are right about giving your position away. However in my single floor apartment you don't have to be a rocket scientist to figure out where my bedroom is. I live in a very old house...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-13-2005, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 2,858
Re: Frangible ammo for home/defense?
Frangible ammo is made to disintergrate on impact with a hard surface. On the off chance you hit your bad guy where he wears his big necklace or something else hard then the bullet will have no real...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-13-2005, 07:38 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 607
Re: Speer gold dots 45acp.............
You could always use a inertia type bullet puller and move the bullet out of the case a little bit. The main problem with a round too short is that there is no room for the burning powder to expand...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-13-2005, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,652
Re: your thought's on blue dot for 45 acp!
I'm glad that you got yourself some load books and are willing to heed the advice of other reloaders. More often than not most people start off reloading with bad habits and unfortunately get hurt or...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-12-2005, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 3,652
Re: your thought's on blue dot for 45 acp!
I just loaded some .45 ACP myself using about 5.6gr of Unique and a 230gr bullet. I haven't had the chance to chrono this out so I'm not sure what the speed is. I've been reloading for a few years...
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