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    Help with 308 full length resize

    Alright, so I feel like a dumbass that I didn't figure this out before. Someone mentioned to me that the expander ball could be set too high and the sizer is squeezing the neck around the expander. So, I screwed the pin in farther than what Hornady recommended and resized 25 cases without a...
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    Groups go to CRAP after trimming brass

    First I'm new to this, so take it for what it's worth and not sure how it effects accuracy. I reloaded 308 Hornady Amax and followed the Hornady manual to the letter. The case trim length listed was 2.005", but in the SAAMI guidelines this is the minimum case length. The recommended case...
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    Help with 308 full length resize

    You made very good points, but this made me laugh, as that is what I did. I shot all of my first reloaded rounds already, no misfires, no pressure signs. But, after all that on my second batch, I stopped and put everything away until I figure it out. I appreciate all your advice, thanks.
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    Help with 308 full length resize

    Yep, that one... It's weird, Hornady has the LNL bushing system, so you set the die length once then lock it in place. The first rounds worked pretty well, just everything after that has been a disaster. Even when I set the length again. Frustrating, I've trashed a lot of good brass.
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    Help with 308 full length resize

    I will look into that too. I was thinking of yet spending more money on a custom resizing die since my 308 is a bolt rifle. AI AX308. I contacted Warner, but they don't make a die that fits my press. But, until I'm sure it's not something I'm missing I was going to wait anyway.
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    Help with 308 full length resize

    I will definitely try that. So, does bushing die = neck size die?
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    Help with 308 full length resize

    I started with Hornady case lube, then got Hornady one-shot case lube then RCBS case lube. Also got Forster graphite kit for inside the necks. Then assumed it was the die and got a Forster resize die, but same thing. That's why I think it's just me.
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    Help with 308 full length resize

    Hmm, I didn't know you could remove the expander ball. I'll take it apart and see whether I can on the Hornady die. Also, I don't need the deprimer as I decided to buy a separate deprimer die so I could deprime and clean the brass before resizing. Thank you.
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    Help with 308 full length resize

    roggom, thanks for your reply: I will try that. I just read that you should resize all brass, even new. Since this was my first try I wanted to do everything by the book. I have a headspace gauge, but frankly not sure what I'm doing with it. The resizing die is not adjustable other than...
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    Help with 308 full length resize

    I am new to reloading and have hand-loaded about 75 rounds only. I have a Hornady single stage press and Hornady full size resizing die for 308. I set the die height as per instructions, screwed it in until it touched the shell holder. As Hornady recommends, I have the depriming pin about 3/16"...
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    Looking for clarity on 308 case length and COL

    Thanks, I appreciate your help.
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    Looking for clarity on 308 case length and COL

    Do you recall what that gauge is called? That's something that makes total sense that I didn't think of... Harold, Thanks this makes it more clear. I appreciate your response, John
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    Conflicting Load Data Help!

    Point taken. I had to laugh at the x-files quotes! I agree with you, my point is that it's about experience and perspective. If you have neither they're not a bad place to to start. Really good post, I appreciate it. Nice to see some actual data on cases instead of just marketing... With...
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    Conflicting Load Data Help!

    I didn't read all the posts here, so this may have been said. Although I agree in principle, I'm new to reloading and have no one to personally teach me so, the manual is a nice crutch. I don't think of it as Gospel, I think the manuals give a good general recommendation, probably mostly for...
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    Looking for clarity on 308 case length and COL

    I am new to reloading and have started with a Hornady single stage press and dies. My first set of loads I used the Hornady 9th Ed and it says case trim length should be 2.005" and I used their recommended COL of 2.810" because well, I don't know any better. I used Lapua brass, IMR-4895 and...
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    Suggestions for target/varmint AR

    I appreciate everyone's opinions, if I had to start all over again I'd likely go with RRA. But, went out for the first time last week to zero my scope and I'm happy. It's been nearly 30 years since I shot rifles and I'm happy with my 10-15 round moa group at 200 yds. I know it will shoot sub...
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    Suggestions for target/varmint AR

    Yeah I saw that in the other thread, really nice set up you have. I'm already committed to Rainier Arms, but if I get another or go 308 they'll be on the top of my list.
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    Suggestions for target/varmint AR

    I appreciate everyone's responses, Groundhogbuster great write up, thanks. Wish I read it earlier, but I checked nearly every shop within 50 miles and they don't carry RRA, I would have had to buy online. Not a big deal, but it was nice to deal with the guys at Rainier Arms and they're...
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    Suggestions for target/varmint AR

    I've been reading about RRA and like what I see, thanks for responses. I also talked with the guys at Rainier Arms and they were really helpful. They're local too, so if I don't find something their I'll be going with RRA and 20" heavy barrel. Thanks again for everyone's help.
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    Suggestions for target/varmint AR

    Thanks, that may be the way I go. They had really good reviews.
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