Im thinking of downgrading from 45ACP to 40S&W...

[JLStorm]

Well guys, I just couldnt do it. It's not that I think 45 is better than 40, its that I have been shooting it alone for 10 years and has been my faithful carry caliber for the same amount of time. The 45 just feels like its part of me and I dont want to screw with a good thing. I went and ordered a USP compact 45 to save in size and weight and I'll just continue to carry an extra magazine, if I need more than 16 rounds Im screwed I guess.

Anyway I just bought my last 2000 rounds of ammo and I will be buying reloading equipment soon.

Thanks a lot for all your input, I did find it helpful, and I appreciate the time. 40, just doesnt give me that natural feeling I have from 45, but I am certainly not saying 40 is a bad caliber.

 

[HM2PAC]

Reloading is really enjoyable. An addiction unto itself.

You will notice that the USP chamber will not allow any poorly resized brass through. I like it that way. The only time my USP has FTF'd was when my resizing was sloppy.

The HK products really make you do your part.

If you have any questions about reloading feel free to contact me.

 

[mavracer]

If your planing on just loading 45 look at a dillon square deal press, they come ready to set powder chg and seat depth and go.rainer bullets work nice and ww231 powder for plinkin'

 

[HM2PAC]

I use Rainier bullets and Win 231 for plinking. They work great. The Rainier bullets are plated instead of jacketed. My experience is that they NEVER separate from their lead core. They are cheap and effective.

For any beginning reloader I would recommend a single stage press. The new reloader needs to become familiar with each step of the process.

Save your brass.