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by Rusty Shackelford
Mon Dec 10, 2018 2:31 pm
Forum: General Ammo Discussion
Topic: Cutting .223 brass?
Replies: 3
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Cutting .223 brass?

I've been exploring the web for info on cutting 223 brass to make .300blk and I found minimum measurements anywhere form 1.360" to 1.368". So, what's a good starting point? Also, is it important to anneal the brass after re-forming? No one mentions it but it seems to me it might be necessa...
by Rusty Shackelford
Thu Dec 06, 2018 7:53 pm
Forum: Main Discussion Area
Topic: What Loads are Most "Standard"
Replies: 11
Views: 6417

Re: What Loads are Most "Standard"

Glad to see you here Rusty.[/quote] Thanks for the tip, it worked like a charm. Now, since the OP and I are both using short barrels, it seams to me the light weight bullets will give higher velocity to start with or, will the heavier 125/135 gr bullets start a little slower and have more retained e...
by Rusty Shackelford
Wed Dec 05, 2018 3:04 pm
Forum: Main Discussion Area
Topic: What Loads are Most "Standard"
Replies: 11
Views: 6417

Re: What Loads are Most "Standard"

I'm watching this post for info as well. I'm new to the 300blk and trying to get an idea of where to start. I met Rebel today and got some good friendly advice from him and I plan to start with 125gr Sierra and Hornady's and see where it gets me. That's part of the fun of loading for a new caliber. R.