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  1. M

    Pressure signs or not?

    Here are some cases from recent .270 Win loads I tested in a bolt gun. I am concerned about the appearance of the ridge near the case head. Note that the brass was new, run through an FL resizing die, and chamfered, resized, and trimmed to consistent length. The load was 44.0 g of 4064 - a...
  2. M

    Resized brass vs. new Part 2

    The check cylinder was my impression too. The question mark in my mind is how “short” is the datum line measurement in a new .308 case vs. SAAMI spec? As I said, I have mostly loaded new brass for .308, so I am working my way through these issues.
  3. M

    Resized brass vs. new Part 2

    Also, he said that he used a case gauge to check the headspace.
  4. M

    Resized brass vs. new Part 2

    No, it wasn’t annealed.
  5. M

    Resized brass vs. new Part 2

    I tested this with loaded rounds with new brass and loaded rounds with the once-fired brass. Slightly more bolt closing pressure is required for the once fired brass, but it’s close. I don’t think it would be noticeable if I wasn’t thinking about it.
  6. M

    Resized brass vs. new Part 2

    I don’t recall any significant resistance, but I will check it again.
  7. M

    Resized brass vs. new Part 2

    I had a lot of new Win .308 brass bought in the mid-2000s. Most of it is now once fired, so I recently sent it for cleaning, resizing, trimming and headspace checking. New cases once-fired in my Rem 700 show shoulder growth of .002”, as measured on a Stoney Point tool. This is also the...
  8. M

    Resized brass vs new

    Please send me his contact info. Thanks!
  9. M

    Resized brass vs new

    I agree that having someone else do it involves a loss of control of the process. I was willing to send off my Win brass, but NOT my once-fired Lapua.
  10. M

    Resized brass vs new

    Sizing and trimming are time-consuming steps in the process. I would rather spend time on loading and shooting. Thanks for the tip on the VLD chamfer tool. I will look into it.
  11. M

    Resized brass vs new

    I have been using new Winchester brand .308 brass for a long time, but my supply was running out, so I sent it off to have it resized, trimmed, and cleaned. After receiving the brass, I checked to see if would chamber and extract in my Rem 700 and it was fine. Today was my first loading session...
  12. M

    Accessories WTT - Hornady .45ACP 4 die set (or .223 Redding sizing die) for Dillon 9mm 3-die set

    Tap!
  13. M

    178gr ELD-X Load Data FINAL TESTING W/ VARGET 6-29

    I not familiar with the consistency of the brass used in military ammo designed for long range use, such as M118LR. I would expect that it would be more consistent than garden-variety LC brass. The military can procure most any ammo they like from vendors to the specs that they develop...
  14. M

    178gr ELD-X Load Data FINAL TESTING W/ VARGET 6-29

    LC brass is military brass. It is stout and tends to be thicker than many commercial choices. You might want to sort them by weight.
  15. M

    Accessories WTT - Hornady .45ACP 4 die set (or .223 Redding sizing die) for Dillon 9mm 3-die set

    My Hornady dies are used but in excellent serviceable condition and the set includes a taper crimp die. Another option is to trade my Redding .223 sizing die for the Dillon 9mm set and include the .45ACP dies in exchange for the Dillon 9mm caliber conversion kit. Let me know what you have and...
  16. M

    MRAD target diagrams?

    Secant, Thank you for the offer. See the PM that I sent you for more details.
  17. M

    MRAD target diagrams?

    Sure, but this would be useful for load testing when I might fine-tune the scope adjustment after firing a group.
  18. M

    MRAD target diagrams?

    I would like to find some 200/300/600 yard service rifle target diagrams with an MRAD grid superimposed. I have a high power data book laid out with an MOA grid, but I would like an MRAD grid for scope shooting. The closest thing I have found is here, but it is for a 1000 yd F-class target...
  19. M

    LABRADAR issues

    Today, I was by myself for quite a while, so I don’t think it was picking up shots from others. Also, it was clear that the Labradar was hearing the shot, it just wasn’t able to acquire and track it.
  20. M

    LABRADAR issues

    The ranges that I have been shooting on are covered with an overhang, so I try to stay away from the supports, but I am wondering if there are still issues. Below is a link to some photos that should clarify the range design. https://cmp1.zenfolio.com/f543764055
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