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    Redding 'S' Full length bushing dies-bushing size for .223?

    Title says it all... Following the instructions in the Sinclair catalog... " .002in smaller than the average neck diameter of loaded cartridges. My .223 reloads average 0.252 inches neck diameter. Therefore, 0.250in bushings are the size. Anyone disagree? Suggestions? I'm...
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    how do you store ammo? Im a high polish brass addict!!

    I admit it - Im a high polish brass addict!!:banghead: I spend an obscene amount of time cleaning and polishing my brass. On one of my 'out-of-control' days, I actually hand polished 1000 .223 cartridges with Flitz. I ran out half ways but completed my relapse with Mothers Aluminum...
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    Need feedback re: powders for AR!5

    My AR just loves Varget (25.4) with Sierra 69 MK..as many of yours do. DPMS Lo-pro upper Krieger barrel -26 in SS, match chamber, 1:9, fluted Young NM lite carrier and bolt RRA lower - 2 stage trigger, Magpul PRS Nikon Monarch 6.5-20 x 44 scope, harris bipod I'm curious regarding...
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    spotting scope recommendations?

    Looking for a spotting scope for bench rest - $200-400 range good optics out to at least 300 yds - I want to clearly see .223 hits on white and black background at 300 yds.. I have seen: Konus 20-60 x 80 ($220) Barska "gladiator" 20-60 x 90 ($320) Both with OK optics and...
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    spotting scope recommendations?

    Looking for a spotting scope for bench rest - $200-400 range good optics out to at least 300 yds - I want to clearly see .223 hits on white and black background at 300 yds.. I have seen: Konus 20-60 x 80 ($220) Barska "gladiator" 20-60 x 90 ($320) Both with OK ptics and...
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    tumbling/cleaning AFTER sizing/depriming?

    As a new reloader, Im starting to see each step and, perhaps, thinking about them way too much. Why is it simply wrong to do employ the following order of steps: 1. Lube the cases 2. Size and deprime 3. NOW - tumble/clean - ...by doing this step now, I am cleaning the cases AND...
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    bullet puller and trickler - ***?

    avoid using the term 'stupid' and never call anyone by that moniker... However, today i am stupid....:mad: [ BULLET PULLER: manuf - Berry's, traditional hammer-like with 4 collets The screwable cap remains up. The collet's smooth side interfaces with the hammer. The cartridge is...
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    Rcbs Chargemaster 750 Or Dillon Scale?

    As a reloading noobie, Im looking to purchase my first scale....I got it down to the: RCBS ChargeMaster 750 ($110-midwayusa) ............or............ Dillon scale (D- Terminator?) ...($129-139?) Any reason NOT to go with the RCBS? I've noted positive feedback on the Dillon but the...
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    223 free bore measurements?

    Just started reloading first batch of .223 on my new Dillon 550.... Primers went in purfect!!:;) past up on the powder - waiting on the scale.. seating die set up perfect.... even played with the crimp die (dillon) just for gettin use to the press... Does anyone use the Hornaday OAL gauge...
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    FTF, FTE 500 Rd Old Custom AR

    DPMS Lo-Pro upper recr (no FA) Krieger 26" brl, SS 1:9 fluted, .960 RRA lower, 3-4 yrs old, B/C from original RRA carbine upper and barrel about 500-600 rounds old Barrel break-in no problems - early accuracy (100-200 rds) OUTSTANDING! frequent .6xx MOA with occasional .5xx and one .4xx...
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    Help! Case Stuck In Sizing Die -550 Dillon

    Having just completed the initial section on setting up my brandy new, 36 hours old Dillon 550, I was observing how the sizing die works with .223 brass.(Dillon dies) I was putting in LUBED cases with spent primers and slightly deformed necks to see the results a sizing die can do. (As I have...
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    My 1187 Double Shot..now I'm A FELON

    http://www.worldnetdaily.com/news/article.asp?ARTICLE_ID=59650 Drill instructor convicted after rifle jams Guardsman guilty of illegally transferring 'machine gun' after firearm malfunctions Posted: January 13, 2008 A drill instructor in the National Guard has been convicted in a...
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    Help please? Reloading only .223

    After reviewing countless posts, stickies and "ABCs of Reloading", I would like some confirmation on my take on reloading. Initially, I plan on only reloading match ammo for .223. The purpose wil be accuracy and precision from 100 to 300yds in my custom AR (Krieger 26 in SS barrel, 1:9)...
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    Sinclair bench rests - model choice?

    For those familiar with Sinclair bench rests, Im deciding between the All-Purpose rest vs the BR rests - both with windage control. Im shooting an AR15 with a JP/VTAC round forend 6.5 inches in circumference. Appreciate all feedback... TIA Docgary
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    Best bench rest for AR?

    Im looking at premium bench rests that will give me accurate and precise repeatabilitywithout breaking the bank! Sinclair seems to offer a well built rest for ~$249.. For those familiar either of these rests, how does the Sinclair compare to the cheaper Caldwell rests? I dont mind...
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    .223 rem reloader.....quality not quantity

    Looking for my first press.... For the forseeable future, I'm only interested in reloading .223 Rem. My goal is to reload sub MOA match ammo - new brass with either Sierra 69g MK HP or Hornady. Therefore, I'm not so concerned with cranking out a 1000 rds a sitting, but a hundred of...
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    rifle rest recommendations?

    I shoot an AR-15 built for target only off bench, 100-300 yds, set up with a Krieger SS 1:9 26 inch barrel, VTAC FF handguards, with a Nikon 6.5-20 x44 scope. The rifle shot sub MOA (.771 in!) @ 100 yds on the very first 5 rnds (BH 69g SMK HP red box) after the build. I now need a good...
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    JP CTR-02 AR-15...any opinions?

    The anectodal feedback on JP's CTR-02 .223 ar-15 is quite favorable... athough i never know if its expressed by those with an agenda (ie JP aficianados) The aesthetics of the rife is what draws me to it... the CNC'd upper receiver is a piece of art - and certainly a nice change from the...
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