EMC45
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Reloaded ammo is better than you can buy. It can be tailored to a particular firearm with regard to action type, barrel length, intend purpose etc. I cast all my own bullets. A buddy once did a calculation for me and I found out that I was loading 50 rounds of 230gr. .45ACP for about $2.50 a box. .38 special was right at or a little under $2. NO factory ammo can be bought for anything close to that! I also have a lot of second hand gear so that soaks up a lot of price as well. I have given away reloading gear for crying out loud!! (Dies, Uniflow Powder measure, Lee Challenger press, case lube, primer trays etc. etc.) It can be had for a lot cheaper than going through the latest Midway or other distro's catalog to get started.