44 magnum reloading with Lee Precision dies

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  • @DWhite-el4ih
    @DWhite-el4ih ปีที่แล้ว +9

    3 die sets do include a bullet seating/crimping die and work just fine. The Lee set includes the same die, however, in addition it includes the Lee factory crimp die that only performs a crimping and uniforming function. 3 die sets work fine and are sold that way because it’s all you need.

  • @richardguillot5189
    @richardguillot5189 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The seating die is also the crimp die and if all your brass matches length, seating and crimping can be accomplished in the same press stroke.

  • @norseman5041
    @norseman5041 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have reloaded 1000's upon 1000's of .44 magnum. I never lubed the cases ever; I shoot a lot so every step I can take to shorten down the process help. When I have de-primed the cases I usually toss them in a wet tumbler with stainless steel media, some dish was soap (machine). I let it tumble for 3-4 hours then rinse them off and dry them as good as I can with a towel. After that it is into the stove to dry out any water that usually sit in the flash hole. 190 F on the stove for 20-30 minutes usually do. (Same process for all, except those that goes into the progressive press, .45ACP, .38 Super, 5.56 and what not, those I clean with the primer in, but you have to make darn sure all the water is out before you reload, or there will be no bang for the buck)

  • @golfshirtshooter633
    @golfshirtshooter633 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. I load on a progressive and started loading 44 mag about a year ago. Started out with H110 and as it turns out, Dillon powder measures DO NOT like H110. The powder is like sand dust and it jams up the powder bar upon actioning the measure. I didn’t want to not use the powder so I turned the press into essentially a single stage. I resized and deprimed everything. Trimmed the cases, then ran back through the press to seat primers. From there, I did the “weigh each charge” by scooping and using a trickle. Once charged, back into the press at station 3 to seat the bullet and crimp. I loaded just over 400 rounds.
    I learned a few things: First, don’t use H110 in a progressive. I believe W296 is very similar so I’ll stay away from that as well. Second, the charging takes ALOT of time… 50 cases would take me 30 mins or so. The fact you did 40 cases in 10 mins I think is very good! Finally, I learned to have a greater appreciation for progressive reloading but also a greater respect for those that single stage it.
    I don’t load precision rifle but am considering it. If I do, I now know what to expect.

  • @stuartmarkman769
    @stuartmarkman769 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use Lee dies all the time and they are the easiest too et up and use. I tried Hornady but they confused me so back too Lee. I use the Lee turret press for all my reloads and never had a failed load.

  • @raymondheath7668
    @raymondheath7668 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've been a single stage guy since 1974 for all my calibers including rifle (308, 30-06, 30-30, 30-40 Krag and 45-70). For my saddle reloader( ACME), I always carry a tube of lard for case lube. I have a lot of static in my work area despite my grounded static mat, so i have always gotten unequal powder feeds with the lever type powder stands. I just measure each and every round. Thanks for your vid

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      45-70... was just looking at an 1885 sporting rifle today, classic round. It's hard to beat the accuracy of a single stage press. Thanks for watching, I'll have plenty more videos coming up.

  • @Dr.Ballsonya
    @Dr.Ballsonya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice video. Even if I have my ways.of doing things I ways enjoy seeing what other folks do to see what I can improve.
    Reloading love from your neighbors in Ohio

  • @MikaelREALE-Indeed
    @MikaelREALE-Indeed 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    First things, Thanks for you video. I have the same press and love it too.
    Personaly, I do prime when opening the mouth, saving on step.

  • @Thorsaxe777
    @Thorsaxe777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Not to attack your level of knowledge or experience, however, your bullet seating die should have a crimp function built into it, all you have to do is seat your bullets at the proper bullet seating depth, then back off the seating stem so that it does not contact the bullet, then screw in your die until the crimping function engages with the mouth of the case, remember to back off the bullet seating stem so it is clear from contact with the bullet, then make small adjustments screwing in the die to the desired crimp you want in the crimp groove of the bullet. You can make dummy rounds so you can adjust the die to repeat those adjustments when setting up those functions. a separate already adjusted die set is the way to go, however, it is not necessary. also, you do not have to anneal straight wall pistol brass. it will be fine and last for many firings without problems. However, do what you like, Just some hints of mine. Good shooting to ya-Dave

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Dave always good to hear of others experiences. I have the 4 die set that includes a crimp die, so I just use that.

    • @Dr.Ballsonya
      @Dr.Ballsonya 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My set for 44 mag had a seat and crimp in one step. Which I like for making my plinking loads.
      When I'm reloading for my 44mag rifle for deer loads I use the lee factory crimp.
      Always depends on what the roads are for. Hitting a 8 inch steel circle anywhere or hitting a 8 inch circle where I want it to go.
      A lot of guys I know wont do a seat and crimp for anything that needs to be spot on.
      It all depends on application, same as sorting brass, trimming brass, throwing vs measuring each load ect.

  • @johnknouse8846
    @johnknouse8846 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Been reloading a short time, mostly 9mm and 45acp to get use to the press and process. Getting ready to do some 44 magnums. Definitely want to get them right, especially the crimp. So much recoil I don’t need the bullets moving!!

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ya you won't need a heavy crimp just need to turn the mouth in a little bit. 44 mag is a ton of fun.

    • @jeffh699
      @jeffh699 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      John Knouse Have you had any issues with pistol cases fired from glocks? Or found any issues with case bulge? Is so, how did you solve it? I was able to take the bulge out in the resizing process, I have heard of a lot of guys having to use the lee bulge buster or a similar die by Redding. Also, As odd at it sounds, it’s actually safer to load rifle cartridges because you don’t have to worry as much about double charges since the powder won’t fit. I’m fairly new to reloading too

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are 100% correct, double charges are a big concern in my mind too, I don't reload 9mm right now. A single stage press just isn't efficient enough for 9mm, imo. I know a lot of guys the do it with single stage, just not me...lol This fall and over the winter I'd like to do more pistol shooting and reloading, probably a turret press will be part of the equation.

    • @johnknouse8846
      @johnknouse8846 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PA Wild I’ve been shooting all my 9mm reloads out of my Ruger Security 9, but some of the brass I use is from Glocks and I haven’t had any issues resizing with the factory dies (Lee carbide). I have a Lone Wolf Alpha Wolf barrel coming this week to use in my Glock 17’s, so I can start shooting my reloads out of them. I have a Glock 20 that I’m fixin to start reloading for, and I have heard that the “Glock smile” is an issue to watch for.

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ya an aftermarket barrel is in the plans for my 19 as well. I'll have to keep an eye on the brass, I'm not that familiar with glock issues or watchouts.

  • @scotwolf9280
    @scotwolf9280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Fortunecookie45lc has 44 brass that he says he has loaded 80 plus times. Never talked about and having to annealing the brass.

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ya straight wall you don't have to...i do though, it doesn't hurt.

  • @henryherman9113
    @henryherman9113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use my Dillon progressive press do hundreds of rounds in an hr..44 mag.

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Man I need one...just loaded a crap ton of 9mm it took forever...lol

  • @TheYjmfan
    @TheYjmfan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m loading 44 mag. I’m like you single stage all the way through I hand weigh each charge, yes it takes longer but much safer.

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree, not being a pistol guy...I will give up some time to make sure the charges are safe. This gun is very fun and I've gotten better with it.

  • @bobcatforever3485
    @bobcatforever3485 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks. I appreciate your video. Take care.

  • @cory8791
    @cory8791 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid!!!

  • @trigonome777
    @trigonome777 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am completely oblivious to the world of reloading, but I am considering undertaking... What type of powder is usually used for cartridges such as 44 mag? and is there any difference with, say, the powder used for a 9mm?

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They both use pistol powder, get a reloading manual, powder charge weights are different

    • @norseman5041
      @norseman5041 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In Magnum calibers you want to use a slower burning powder with a magnum primer setting it all off. I have user many different types over the years. And it also matters the weight and type of bullet you use. For .44 Magnum I have settled on 2400 but I have burnt some kegs of Unique in the .44 as well, especially when using lead bullets. In my .45 ACP i have used a lot of ''Tite group'' it meters really well in a progressive press and I get really even loads.

    • @David-xy9yo
      @David-xy9yo ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes the powders are different.
      Powder for .44 magnum is a slower burning powder because magnum calibers are often fired through longer barrels. The slow burning power in a long barrel is what gives the magnum such high velocity and kinetic energy.
      I used Accurate #9 powder for my magnum loads.
      9 mm powder is very fast burning because 9mm pistols usually have short barrels and you don't want massive recoil in a semiautomatic pistol. I use Accurate #2 powder for this task.
      Now you can use a fast burning powder in a .44 magnum if you want a target load with low recoil and less noise.

  • @danielyoung3083
    @danielyoung3083 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great info . Now because of you I want to reload also. What kind of gun powder do you use? I have a new S&W 629 and want to get everything I need for reloading. Any idea of your cost per round on 44 magnum?? thanks

  • @jeffh699
    @jeffh699 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I didn’t catch what primers you used if you mentioned it? I just loaded my first 44 mag yesterday, haven’t tested yet. I used large pistol NOT large pistol MAGNUM. In fact, I have not found anything that calls for magnum primers? Could I use magnum since it’s a magnum case? Or would it be dangerous? (Not that I’m going to do it if you say I could lol). Just curious

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use CCI large pistol primers. I think as a rule of thumb ball powders need a mag primer. I started with large pistol primers and will also run mag primers once I get time. Will be interesting to see if it affects the accuracy or velocity by much. Nothing wrong with it with ball powders

    • @johnnottahcal5725
      @johnnottahcal5725 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Generally, Mag loads require mag primers. H110 and 296. Check your reliading manuals. I use 2400 cuz I’m not looking for the top load and just don’t want to have ‘special’ primer on hand. 🤔 In 2024, having any primer makes it special! 😂🎉

  • @danielhanson4326
    @danielhanson4326 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you set your flare dye in your press while you're priming you save a step

  • @TheUglyAmerican007
    @TheUglyAmerican007 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you work in the oilfields ? I noticed that tin in the video. Looks like the lithium grease that comes with chemical pumps. Don’t remember the brand of pump, but we used them for pumping Chems into well bores. Maybe Texteam 🤔

  • @jimjustice2557
    @jimjustice2557 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Well made video. You sound a bit like Smoltz...

  • @dogbone1358
    @dogbone1358 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Currently reloading 45-70. Purchased a Winchester 1892 in 44 mag. Do I use one of the published pistol loads or are there specific loads for 44 mag shot from a rifle?

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Depends on the book you're using, the Hornady manual has rifle and pistol data

    • @pawild5594
      @pawild5594  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just took a look at the manual, looks like the loads are the same for the 44 magnum, it will just be a lot faster out of a rifle. Dont take my word for it though look around on the net for load data or get a manual with the 44 mag rifle data. Good luck

  • @StewartCountyBallistics
    @StewartCountyBallistics 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video . Buddy

  • @danielhanson4326
    @danielhanson4326 27 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Lee don't have precision dies they're garbage