I just picked up a single shot 223 and am getting stuff rounded up for reloading. I'm looking at brass and there is two ways to go commercial once fired or Lc once fired. Lc cost more had have to remove the crimp. Is it worth the difference. Thanks
I just picked up a single shot 223 and am getting stuff rounded up for reloading. I'm looking at brass and there is two ways to go commercial once fired or Lc once fired. Lc cost more had have to remove the crimp. Is it worth the difference. Thanks
Some commercial cases are lighter than LC, but some are heavier. You just have to weight it.Less capacity than commercial
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Less capacity than commercial
Some commercial cases are lighter than LC, but some are heavier. You just have to weight it.
Case capacity is really irrelevant. Pressure is relevant. Heavier cases in your chamber take less powder to get to the same pressure. When fired they form to the chamber. That space is what is important. Heavier cases take less powder. Is there a direct correlation? One where the math always works? I doubt it, but the fact is heavier cases use less powder.There is no Direct Correlation between case weight and case capacity
Absolutely, which just goes back to there is no linear mathematical way to know. Brass alloys do differ slightly. You have to check for yourself by loading and shooting them. Mostly heavier is less capacity. When they are real close you have to check. Happy now?Wouldn't that depend on why the case is heavier?
If you are set up to remove the crimp then it's no big deal. Is the LC better than commercial and worth fooling with primer pockets. It depends on the commercial brass and how accurate your rifle is. IMHO of course.I just picked up a single shot 223 and am getting stuff rounded up for reloading. I'm looking at brass and there is two ways to go commercial once fired or Lc once fired. Lc cost more had have to remove the crimp. Is it worth the difference. Thanks
Walkalong said:Happy now?
Walkalong said:If brand A cases weigh an average 90 grains, and brand B cases weigh an average 105 grains, you can bet they have less capacity.
is simply not correct. It overlaps. That was my original point. I used weight as an example, and, as usual, you took exception to it.Less capacity than commercial
Walkalong said:Water is a poor way to measure capacity.
The statement that it has
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Less capacity than commercial
is simply not correct. It overlaps.
Walkalong said:Heavier cases in your chamber take less powder to get to the same pressure.