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    RCBS AR dies....???

    Are they any good??? My LEE dies have served me very well.
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    Lee Collet neck sizing vs Redding neck bushing die

    Re: Lee Collet neck sizing vs Redding neck bushing die This subject has been beaten...thrown down...picked up and beaten again, and again, and again!!! The award for simplicity goes to LEE. If you're a BR shooter, then go with others.
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    Price to load ammo for friend

    Re: Price to load ammo for friend I give my friends the special price of $0.00 because I will NOT load for anyone outside of my house. One word......LIABILITY!!!
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    175 otm Berger from a 1:11.25 22" bartlein??

    Re: 175 otm Berger from a 1:11.25 22" bartlein?? Why don't you just stay with the 175 SMK. I run them with 43-43.5 gr of Varget at 2.800 with a factory Rem 700 SPS V and they cloverleaf.
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    Seating depth variations

    Re: Seating depth variations Bullet length does vary. Measure from the ogive if you want consistent readings. OR find the seating depth that shoots well and go with it.
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    .243 Ackley

    Re: .243 Ackley Let me know what happens.
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    .243 Ackley

    Re: .243 Ackley Couple things to consider...the Hornady 95 gr SST is a flat base bullet. Some rifles don't shoot boat tail bullets well OR they're very picky on seating depth. I've had this issue and I've seen other folks experience it as well. It's usually worse in smaller cal stuff. I...
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    New to reloading need a starting point for .223

    Re: New to reloading need a starting point for .223 You can have a lot of fun with what you have.
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    105 Amax load workup - Beginner needing advice.

    Re: 105 Amax load workup - Beginner needing advice. anything yet???
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    New to reloading need a starting point for .223

    Re: New to reloading need a starting point for .223 IF you have a Rem 700 SPS Varmint...I quickly discovered mine hates boat tail bullets, loves the 53gr SMK & 55gr SPT.....either one with 26gr Varget.....Bingo! I use the SMK for target fun and the SPT for critters that enter my sanctuary...
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    looking for good 308 dies

    Re: looking for good 308 dies It's amazing what one can do with a Lee Pacesetter Die Set. Also buy a Lee NS Collet Die. Then you'll have a complete system that has all the bases covered AND it won't break the bank.
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    105 Amax load workup - Beginner needing advice.

    Re: 105 Amax load workup - Beginner needing advice. Yep...gotta shoot n shake the lube. Let it dissipate all over the brass. I think you discovered the reason to have a case puller kit on hand. We all should have it. I use COAL of 2.800 for 95gr SMK. That's what that rifle shoots well. Sounds...
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    All my hand loading readers need to watch this vid

    Re: All my hand loading readers need to watch this vid just part of barrel harmonics...
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    Another new reloader thread.

    Re: Another new reloader thread. If you plan to buy individual pieces instead of kit....Lee Classic Cast with Breech Lock Bushings...All business, no bs, with great price. IF you want a reasonable price kit...Lee Anniversary Kit with Challenger Breech Lock and the Safety Prime (on the press).
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    .338 Lapua....on Remington 700 platform

    So what's really going on with the complaints of the Rem 700 .338 Lapua? I was considering buying one, but some folks say to wait. I have no clue what these complaints are.
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    .243 long range/match loads

    Re: .243 long range/match loads For Factory Rem700 SPS Varmint.....95gr SMK, 40.5gr H4350, 2.800 COAL....
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    Reloading question

    Re: Reloading question Sierra...888-223-3006.
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    Reloading question

    Re: Reloading question Yes...Lapua are top notch. You're off to a great start. Sierra MatchKing....great. I shoot Sierra in all my stuff. Catch up later. Btw...beware, there are some real jerks on this site, so don't take offense to what some may say. Later
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    Reloading question

    Re: Reloading question Since you've stated it liked 190gr...it may very well be the case. Is it the factory barrel? Which SPS model? Btw...I'm at work, so I'll be unavaiable for a while. PM me any time.
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    Reloading question

    Re: Reloading question LorenaF.....what cartridge are you speaking of? 30-06, 308, mag, etc??? Sounds like you're speaking about .30 cal. Also, what gun, rifling twist, barrel length, etc? DO NOT worry. This is not rocket science. You'll be fine. Btw...women are naturally better shooters than...