02-03-2020, 04:59 AM
That is some great info, thanks. I've been trying to do all that, and having your sample case gauge and COL numbers to verify against my measurements helps me load with more confidence.
Just for accuracy's sake, shouldn't this reference to 'sizing die' say 'seating die' instead?
LRRPF52 Wrote:16. Locate your box of bullets, with no other types of bullets near your bullet source when seating. You will now take that unprimed piece of brass and make your dummy cartridge. Set up your sizing die according to the manufacturer's instructions. Turn the die down until you find your maximum magazine-allowable COL, turn it down at least .020" more, and then check the dummy cartridge with your chamber to see if it will chamber and extract. If the ogive is jamming the lands, you'll need to turn the die down more plus a small buffer, since your ogives will not all be perfectly uniform from the bullet maker.
Just for accuracy's sake, shouldn't this reference to 'sizing die' say 'seating die' instead?