Reloading Series: Case Sizing

This guide details the necessity of sizing new primed brass, even if it appears undamaged. Kent Sakamoto of Hodgdon Powders explains that bulk packaging can cause neck distortions, impacting accuracy. The process involves adjusting sizing dies correctly, lubricating cases, and resizing to true up the neck, ensuring consistent performance and proper chamber fit. It's recommended to size all new primed brass to achieve optimal reloading results.

This guide details the use of the Lee Precision Deluxe Carbide Micrometer 4-Die Set for precise bullet seating. The micrometer feature allows reloaders to record and quickly return to specific seating depths, enhancing consistency and efficiency. The set is presented as a valuable tool for achieving repeatable results in handloading, especially when switching between different bullet types.

This guide details how to reload budget-friendly 223 Remington ammunition using Berry's 55 and 62 grain bullets and Accurate 2520 powder. It covers component selection, progressive press setup, load data considerations, field testing with a chronograph, and cost analysis, highlighting significant savings by reusing brass. The presenter, Serena, brings over 10 years of competitive service rifle experience and extensive behind-the-scenes work at Ultimate Reloader.

This video, featuring veteran editors from GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner, provides an in-depth analysis of reloading costs in the current economic climate. It reveals that while some components have kept pace with inflation, reloading equipment is significantly more affordable now than in the 1970s. Beyond cost savings, the hosts highlight reloading as a fulfilling hobby offering customization and independence from market fluctuations.

This guide from Brownells demonstrates the proper setup of a full-length sizing die for bottleneck cartridges on a reloading press. Key steps include positioning the shell holder, raising the ram, and adjusting the die to contact the shell holder before tightening the lock ring. Proper setup ensures consistent sizing for each case.

This guide details the application of Alpha Munitions Case Sizing Lube, a crucial product for reloaders and handloaders. Experienced presenters from Brownells demonstrate two application methods: spray for multiple cases and manual application via cloth or fingers. The lube is highlighted for its water-soluble nature, simplifying cleanup after sizing cases for the 86 Blackout cartridge.

This guide details the installation of a Geissele MK8 Super Modular Rail on an AR-15 platform. It covers securing the upper receiver, installing the barrel nut, gas system, and the rail itself, emphasizing the use of specialized tools and proper torque specifications. The process requires an intermediate skill level and careful attention to detail for a secure and functional build.

This guide, based on expert instruction from Brownells, details essential practices for proper ammunition storage. It emphasizes using airtight containers, managing humidity with desiccants, and maintaining stable temperatures to ensure ammunition reliability and safety. Proper storage is crucial for preventing corrosion and propellant degradation, especially for sensitive components like primers.

This guide details the process of upgrading an AR-15 from standard A2 furniture to Magpul components. It covers the removal of the A2 pistol grip and installation of the Magpul MIAD Grip and Magpul PRS Stock. The video demonstrates efficient assembly using specialized tools, highlighting the ergonomic benefits and adjustability of the Magpul parts. Instruction is provided by Brownells, a recognized industry authority.

This entry details the creation of a movie prop suppressor for a Remington 11-87 used in 'No Country for Old Men.' Prop master Larry Zanoff explains how the suppressor was designed to look homemade and was non-functional, with sound effects added in post-production. The process highlights the creative problem-solving involved in film armory.