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    Primer pockets--how loose is loose?

    I realize this may be a subjective question, but when is a primer pocket too loose such that it constitutes a hazard? I use a hand priming tool, so I can feel the resistance to each primer inserted. Some have more resistance than others. Does anyone have a guideline or rule of thumb they use to...
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    What causes overall length inconsistency?

    Seemingly at random, the overall length of cartridges varies after the bullet seating step. For example, loading 9mm Luger with 115gr Win FMJ into once-fired brass, and adjusting the seating die to give an overall length of 1.120 with no crimp. Two out of three end up at 1.120 or 1.121, but the...
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    Bullet length for Garand reloads

    I've reloaded pistol ammo but I'm new to rifle cartridges. My first project is .30-06 reloads for my M1 using once-fired Greek HXP M2 cases. The bullets I have are slightly longer than the original M2 bullets. If I seat the new bullets to duplicate the original M2 cartridge length, the bullets...
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    C.O.L. vs factory length

    Brand new to reloading. I have the basic equipment and for the last couple of weeks have been reading and doing case cleaning and preparation. I have just started to press some practice bullets (no primer, no powder) to get the dies set up and learn the process. Caliber is .45 ACP and I'm using...
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