What You Need to Start Reloading Rifle Ammunition - a Walkthrough
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Full story and list on ultimatereloade... - Interested in reloading rifle ammunition for your bolt action, your AR-15, or your AR-10 rifle? This walkthrough will give you an idea of what equipment, components, and supplies you'll need to get started.
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It's amazing, this video is 9 years old and still comes up as a recommended video.
With children, full time job and lots of on going projects, time is at a premium. As my interest in reloading grows, your channel is the only one I watch. You always get right to the point, you use plain language, you are very clear and precise in your explanation and narratives. Also the production value of your content is top shelf.
Most guys rely on the camera microphone and have a sloppy bench. Your audio is clear and balanced making it easy for the viewer to learn as they do not have to strain to hear. A clean and organized bench makes for a great presentation because the eye naturally falls on you or the item your working with rather than the mess on the wall.
Over all, excellent content. I truly appreciate the hard work you put into your channel!
Thanks Casey- you just made my day :)
buy factory ammo don't waste time in this reloading insanity
Bob the purpose is saving money by just reloading them. Also it helps the environment by recycling.
Bob
Maybe what you do is a waste of time. To each their own. Today, in CA it’s not about saving money
I don't even reload to save money. I just do it while watching TV or listening to music and put it all in a pile. It's like collecting bottlecaps or rocks. It's relaxing.
I started reloading in June of this year. It’s fun and relaxing to do, problem is getting material that’s not unbelievably expensive. Primers and powdered are way over priced. Cough, Gunbroker.
Do you need a license to do that??
Yea I’ll check with my friends
@@kirisutokyoto-3948 lol.
You only need a license if you want to sell it
Thank you for the overview Gavin. I bought a Rockchucker last year and have been using it for .45 ACP and .357. My next step is .224 Valkyrie.
How different is it reloading .45 cap vs rifle ammunition? Very new to this most of my amp is .45 acp & .270 win
Thanks for the info, I’m going to look for a used press, maybe used parts to try and save some money. In California we now have to pay for a background check every time we attempt to buy ammunition. And by attempt I mean I have been denied a couple times but approved most of the time. If the CA DOJ website doesn’t work you will fail. One of the store owners has said he has had police officers show up in uniform to buy ammo but were unable too since they did not update their home address.
Man, your tutorials and videos like this are the best on TH-cam! The others I've watched make this process seem overwhelming. Thanks for breaking it down, and keeping it simple.
Excellent 10 minute overview! I started with a single stage press in 1972 and still use that press today for hunting rifle hand loads (RCBS RockChucker JR2). A RCBS bullet puller that screws in the press is handy in case you need to remove bullet and powder from a load. Brake Cleaner to degrease and clean out the sizing dies. Most public libraries have reloading manuals and reading 3-4 reloading manuals before starting is helpful. Typically each reloading manual has some useful tips.
As always, excellent instructional videos. Very impressive. The reloading manual needs to be added as a "must have" item.
This may be the most important thing of all! New reloads need to be exposed to loading documentation and why it is important.
Excellent video - as a beginner, this video is a must watch for me. Heading over to your website now... Thanks!
Awesome. I plan on getting everything together and stocking up in case it becomes impossible to get.. thank you very much.
Thanks for the vid I'm interested in reloading 6.5CM, and .50AE, the articles on ultimate reloader are great too 👍
Kkk
Great video for those that want to get into reloading.
Excellent video.Very clean. Inspired me to learn. to reload my own ammo
Glad it was helpful!
I’ve been reloading for over 40 years now with a Rockchucker press. I am amazed how much hype there is about the “lock n load” bushings, and the “time saver” aspect they offer. Are you guys seriously thinking the 7 seconds it takes to screw in a die is worth the hassle of needing to buy and install a bushing to every single die?
I started in 1972 with a RCBS Rockchucker JR2 press....it is still my go-to press for hand loading hunting rifles up here in Alaska.
I am coveting all that Varget on your bench. Thanks for the video.
Love these old videos!
If you twist that shaping die too far, that shoulder is gonna bump back and raise a lip - sometimes your rifle wont even take it. WHAT ALL RELOADERS SHOULD DO IS START 2 FULL TURNS from the shell holder, twist up as needed to make sure you get your headspace right.
Your video is great I'm about to start my purchases and was looking thru videos yours is one of the best thank you
You made my day! Congrats on your new journey- you're going to have more fun shooting (when reloading) than ever before.
Super informative video as I’m just getting into this and greatly appreciate you taking the time to help guys like myself out. Cheers
Been reloading for all my rifles a pistols for passed 30 years , last time I checked I’ve purchased 39 dies . No clue how much ammo I’ve stored away. Ya never amounts in today’s world. Plus you can find that sweet spot for each rifle when reloading,
Very good video, but I have one criticism - you 'mix up' the essentials in a random order. When I'm asked by newbies, I go through virtually the same items, but in the order in which they would be used, so they understand the general steps and the workflow. This makes it easier for them to remember the items and steps. Ialso points out the changes you make when loading handgun versus rifle cartridges. Since most reloaders will use used brass, I also include the tumblers and cleaning processes.
Smitty SF-3751
I vote for Casey, hit the nail on the head, keep up the good work.
If you must lubricate inside the case neck use graphite. Case lube does not play well with gunpowder and or primers.
Thanks for the good info reloaded for a while never new that but it makes sense
After you lube the case with lube, you size the case. Then you just tumble or wash the brass again. The lube washes right off with hot water.
Great job explaining things. Thank you.
Thanks John!
Thanks for this info! I'm considering getting a rifle, but I already know that I won't be able to shoot regularly (I'm thinking once a week or once every two weeks) so I think I would almost NEED a press for it to be cost effective.
no tumbler?
The way he says measure makes me smile for some reason lol.
Very good information to get started 👍
308, 6.5x52, 30-06, 270 I haven't bought a reloading kit yet. Hope to learn where to buy and how to use
I have been reloading ammunition for 54 years and have safely and successfully taught a number of people how to reload. The first thing to tell anyone wanting to reload is, "Get at least one reloading manual and read it, then read it again."
Got set up to reload 5.7x28 for my 16 inch barreled bolt action single shot rifle. All the published data I can find is for pistol. Would you be interested in helping me work on a load for the longer barrel, or let me know where to look for data.
You do a great job explaining. Should I get single stage or just use 550.
Very good video. Great information.
Thank you!
Thanks for posting this for us to learn. I'm still having a difficult time figuring out if reloading kit sets are meant for rifle vs handgun, or if they're interchangeable? I'd like to load for both and would love to know if your setup can work with handguns too. Thanks in advance!
Most kits are usable for rifle or pistol. (Generally) rifles and pistol take different powders and primers. Powder tool in kits is usually geared for one or the other as they work better for one or the other. This is a good channel but be careful what you believe on other channels. When someone says first time using a item it is not worth watching. Get you some reloading manuals off eBay for Lyman and speer bullets, and a couple of ABC's of reloading by dean grennell. Lee precision makes the best priced kits for single stage presses. Any reloading press will work for pistol loading. I have three presses and several shotgun shell presses. I use each for specific things. So whatever you buy you will always have a use for it. take care and you can ask me questions if you like. Been loading since 1978.
What is a safe number money wise to get what you need to get started, what should I anticipate spending?
It all depends on what you get. Reloading doesn't save money. Especially with the materials costs have gone up, and you are likely to shoot more. Factory kits with most of tools and you need, start from $400 all the way up to a few thousands of dollars. Each component and tools also have a variety of brands and qualities to choose from. Personally, I spent a lot of time creating a spreadsheet to put together a reloading kits with excellent components, and that costs over $3500 easy.
One day I hope to get into loading . I would like to load shot shells especially the 410 . For now it's easier for me to get my ammo from the store. I have a few that can't really be loaded like the 7.62x54r because most of the cases are steel. Yes you can find reloadable brass but it's expensive and I have several big cases of ammo before I will need any.
Its also still fairly cheap. but corrosive primers
@@howtoguro
Yes some is corrosive but not all . I have a case of norma that's for hunting and it's boxer primers . It's kinda old made in the 1980s but it's sealed in tin cans just like the military stuff.
Out of all the vids I've seen yours makes it seem the most complicated.
Which value Progressive presses do your recommend for Rifle loading?
OOO man is this his first video?
Thanks for the great video. My question is, could you give me an approximate cost of the equipment you showcased here. All of it. I’m at the beginning g stage of getting addicted to 6.5 and .308. I’d like to get involved in reloading. Your help would be greatly appreciated. I’d be honored if you were willing to give me a contact number perhaps for a quick conversation..? I could give you mine if you wish. Respectfully
For a rank novice it would have been useful to walk thru the process. It's not clear what is essential and what is simply convenient without knowing the basic process. Thanks.
Great video. is there any safety concern about brass that has hairline cracks not easily visible? Which make of press is the best for the money?
That’s why I’m looking at just buying new brass
Maybe missed that, but what would be the approx. cost to set up a reloading system in the garage and what is an acceptable "recovery" percent of spent shells to make this worthwhile? Guess that depends on how disciplined one is with picking up after a session at the range before someone else does, or using ashell catcher, etc. To what extent does this effort help offset the cost of that equipment over time, given spent shells can be reloaded 2-3 times maybe? while the actual rounds generally are not retrieved?
A full on proper set up will run you about 2 grand in equipment before you can consistently and safely reload. Generally, hand loading will not be cheaper then buying ready made ammo. But they can be more consistent in accuracy. You will also be able to reloading good brass up to 7 to 8 times.
This video is exactly what I was looking for until you mentioned that conversion kit right at the beginning. " will this press work without the conversion?" "should I order this press without the conversion?" "if I order the conversion, will I order the right one or one for another press?" "Do i need any specific tools to install the conversion?" I guess I shouldn't be reloading.
I would go with the Hornady Lock-N-Load bushing system (either get the Lock-N-Load iron, or another press like this one and install the conversion kit). More info here about installing the conversion kit: ultimatereloader.com/2017/01/27/tricking-out-the-mec-marksman-single-stage-press/
Thank you
Hmm, no mention of safety glasses ?
Do you think you could make me some .300 savage 180 grain. I cannot find that round any where.
great info. thanks.
Which powder measure do you like for rifle. Thank you for the video
May I ask, Do I need to have a well ventilated room?
for a new guy, it would be nice for you to explain as you *actually* reload 1 or 2..
anyone have any information on Vectan 5000 & 7000 for loading 270 Winchester. ASAP
I don't give a crap about my AR 15 so I may try this. If it fails o well. My Kalashnikov will never use reloads although I think put of all rifles this one wouldn't have any hiccups.
If you know a Nurse, you can ask them to get empty lab tube holders. For placing you brass in. Save you a bunch of money
If you are planning on loading any of the higher powered loads, particularly near maximum loads. you need to invest in an ELECTRONIC SCALE. Those manual "powder measures" can be highly inaccurate. Especially with "extruded" powder (IMR, etc). I learned the hard way on that. Had to use a hammer to open my bolt and blew out the primer.
Excellent informative video👍
does Redding not make a case activated powder measure that is utilized from the turret similar to the Lee or Hornady ones? it seems like the Redding powder measures are all bench mounted and separate from the turret press.
I have the exact same micrometer
Sorry I'm new. Is their a video for handgun reloads ?
Could you show me what you used for the gulleys on the table to allow you to slide your press and what not side to side?
Hi Gavin. Would you recommend a turret like new Lyman or a single. Thank you for the video and help
Comparing those two, I could get the All-American 8! Worth the additional $$$ to be able to spin dies into position...
I wish someone would teach me how to load bullets step by step
I am looking to buy 25-20 Winchester ammunition do you know anyone who makes it
Where do you buy your bulk reloading items? Thanks
I would only add the optional accessories for your calliper for shoulder case to measure the headspace. OAL and neck size are important, but just as much as shoulder... My 2¢
PS: But great video!!
do you reccomend grounding straps ti o prevent static discharge?
So that was the hornady quick change bushings on a rcbs press there? They all work well together?
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Your list is a bit of expensive overkill. For example, a beam-type scale is 1/4 the cost of the battery one.
Do you need a case trimmer with once fired brass?
You may or may not need to trim after one firing- so you should definitely have a trimmer if you're going to reload rifle ammunition.
Do you think a digital scale is a necessity. I’m interested in 6.5 creedmoor for accuracy. The kit I’m looking at is RCBS rock chucker supreme. It comes with a manual scale. They also have the charge master system. If I get both Ill have 2 scales, 1 manual and 1 digital And I’ll also have a powder throw that I want need. What is your suggestion?
Great video. I have one question for you. I am looking to start reloading my ammo (.223), I have absolutely nothing, so I would need to start from the very beginning. How much would you say it could cost if one purchased the basic and simple equipment? I saw some equipment upwards on 2000$, but it is too expensive for me. Realistically, how much can I expect to spend if i have nothing to start with? Thanks, Pat
If you are loading small batches, you could get into a setup for under $200, like: www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item/0000690050/breech-lock-challenger-kit-(50th-anniversary-kit) - if you want to go progressive, it will cost more- between $250-1000 ish. :)
Where do you buy your cases?
This may be a stupid question but I would like to start reloading myself and I dont want to go into it uniformed.. My question is,,, Is there a difference between .223 & 5.56.?,,,,, Now before all the key board commando experts jump in and dirty up my feed,, We all know there is a difference in the chamber of the rifle,, My question is specifically about reloading,,, I prefer 5.56 in my rifle although I bought it specifically to shoot both 5.56 and .223.. But I would like to reload 5.56.. are there different die's,, Equipment,,,powder weights, bullets,, primers,, etc..???? I would like to know before spending a ton of money and come to find out I didnt need half of what I bought and missed buying 10 other things.. Any help would be appreciated.
Devils Advocate Survival. As far as I understand, the exterior dimensions of the cartridges are identical. 5.56 is loaded to higher pressures resulting in higher velocities. That’s the reason why chambers are slightly different between .223, .223 Wilde, and 5.56.
Hey what machine was he using
Help Please!!! If i buy Gunpowder, Brass Cartridges, Bullet Heads, Primes do i just need a single stage loader or is there something else im missing
Where do u buy the gun powder
John at TGC sent me.
Welcome Michael!
I guess it would be a good hobby, but from what I hear , there no primers, bullets, cases, or powder, best to invest in a crossbow!
Where do u buy the gun powder
How mutch would a set up cost for .270 ammo
No reason to lube inside could clump
excuse me sir,
maybe you are interested in my findings, because I can make gunpowder without smoke, or a little smoke
how do I remove the fired primer ? thanks
My recommendation, for rifles a single stage press, for handgun a progressive press. (NRA certified instructor)
The real Yooper why the difference?
For training and IPSC/USPSA/3 gun competition rifle and pistol ammo, a Dillon XL650 or 1050 is all you need. Would not even consider single stage for .223 you are going to shoot hell a lot (say like 3000 and more per year). Getting 1 MOA from non sorted brass, cheap 55 gr. bullets (copper plated) and literally farting it out on XL650. Electric trimmer, swage it swager (users of 1050 are in advantage) and done. For lubing, isopropyl alcohol and lanolin mix sprayed into plastic bag, cases shaken inside (by few hundreds), sized, trimmed in a electric drill and done. Doing that on singlee stage? Am I crazy?
If only there were primers.
I was gonna start loading test rounds. I cant decide on which bench rifle. Was looking at savage fcp sr or stealth
Remington sucks theyre not even the same company anymore they were bought out years ago and the quality has gone down. Get a savage you can get all the aftermarket parts that are available for remington.
Hi. I have Dillon 550. Which primer set up. Would it be large primer set up like for 45 acp. And is it same pick up tube as large pistol. Thank you for the video.
Which cartridge are you loading?
You forgot powder reloading data
2:40 masuring?
6.5 i was thinking
How do you find out what type of powder was used in a factory load so you can reproduce it for yourself.
I’m trying to reproduce Hornady 35 Remington Lever thanks
What would somthing like this setup cost?
Well Hornady and rcbs presses aren't as cheap as Lee but just looking at the equipment I'm guessing close to 400$. To knock off some money tho Lee presses are the cheapest around and have given many people success. Plus the threading is universal I believe on most presses so the Hornady conversion kit should fit the same as that rcbs.
I mean I'm pretty sure a turret Lee press or a progressive Lee press is cheaper than that rcbs single stage.
I bought used rcbs and don't have alot in it so that's the way to go. The most i have in it is supplies
Love this channel. Has anyone ever seen there’s something about Mary?
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I read how to reload your wal-mart gun's ammunition...
Cool hair bruh you remind me of the high school kids.
Man this dude “mAsures” lolz just kidding
Nice expensive setup.
say mehshure not maysure damn it
Sorry buddy but you seem to have made the assumption that your viewer has at least, some knowledge of the reload process. I do not! Looking for a start to finish video, explaining the process, as well as the tools and equipment; what each item’s specific task is, maybe why it is important, and the proper process of using it in the reloading chain.
Thanks 😀