New reloader needing help.

[The Ratbasher]

I'm thinking about starting reloading my own ammunition.
Both for my .223, and for my .308 when I get it.
My question is, is there anyone in the Harrogate or Ripon areas that reload and wouldn't mind a chat, and perhaps a demonstration to myself ?.
I know it's a big ask, but I find it easier to take things in when I see it done, as opposed to reading about it.
I hope that makes sense ?.
Thanks guys.

 

[ashray]

good luck with your search for guidance but in the mean time the internet will show you how BUT only use reloading manual loads NOT internet loads

 

[Rutland lad]

Try Calton Moor Range just outside Ashbourne, Derbyshire.
He did do a reloading course some time ago (I think)

 

[Liveonce]

this will get you going

 

[Apthorpe]

Enjoy the.process. it's not difficult to achieve adequate results. Just do it at a time with no distractions, take it very slow, steady and be meticulous. Not local but happy to help if needed. I think I've made most of the rookie mistakes myself.

 

[The Ratbasher]

Try Calton Moor Range just outside Ashbourne, Derbyshire.
He did do a reloading course some time ago (I think)

Thank you, but I think it'd be a bit far for me being in North Yorkshire.

 

[ashray]

the big question is will you be using over 200 rounds a year ,if no buy factory ,if yes enjoy your reloading journey.

 

[The Ratbasher]

this will get you going

Cheers for that. I'll give it a watch. I have to say that she's marginally prettier than me. The guy with the perfect face for radio.

 

[The Ratbasher]

the big question is will you be using over 200 rounds a year ,if no buy factory ,if yes enjoy your reloading journey.

It's quite possible bud. A bit of range time here, a scope swap there. Oh and maybe the odd deer or fox too ?.

 

[Cyres]

Buy the Lee reloading manual read and read again.
What twist rate is your .223 as that will be key to bullet choices
D

 

[Tikkat1x]

this will get you going

i wouldnt kick her off my reloading bench for spilling crumbs

 

[Foxyboy43]

You need look no further than this very site…

Thread 'Overview of the Reloading Process - From Spent Case to Loaded Round'

Sep 26, 2010

This is intended as an overview of the reloading process explaining the steps required to turn spent brass cases into new loaded rounds. It is aimed at those people who are unfamiliar with the reloading process but if any old hands want to chip in with alternative suggestions then please do - I have only been reloading a year or so myself and there is always more to learn!

The article assumes we have the load data for the load we want and doesn't go into any detail about deciding what that load should be, the seating depth etc. That can be for another article!

So, we have 50 used cases...

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[The Ratbasher]

i wouldnt kick her off my reloading bench for spilling crumbs

 

[The Ratbasher]

Buy the Lee reloading manual read and read again.
What twist rate is your .223 as that will be key to bullet choices
D

Apparently it's a 1 in 12 bud ?.

 

[finnbear270]

Apparently it's a 1 in 12 bud ?.

55 grain bullets would likely be your max weight.

 

[The Ratbasher]

55 grain bullets would likely be your max weight.

Thanks buddy. The 55grn V max shoots really well in the rifle, so I would have been looking to stick with that projectile, and see how I got on ?. It's all a little bewildering at the moment though. LOL

 

[Smellydog]

this will get you going

I watched her once, can't remember a dam thing about the reloading.....

 

[Smellydog]

It's not difficult but there are some golden rules.
You must lubricate the brass with the right lube prior to sizing.
You must have accurate scales that come down to low grain weight or a set of powder dippers and a chart to refer to for the powder you are using.


Other than that the basic of kit will get you started.
Look at powders in recognised data and then cross reference a powder burn rate chart to find what you have available locally to see if you are in the right powder speed rate then check manufacturers data of said powder for your cartridge.

 

[Apthorpe]

....also don't be tempted to try and load the hottest load you can. Even minimum loads kill things perfectly well.

 

[The Ratbasher]

....also don't be tempted to try and load the hottest load you can. Even minimum loads kill things perfectly well.

That's not what I'm after mate, but thanks for the heads up. Rather have a steady, reliable load than a ridiculously fast one.