tcoz
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I'm going to order a couple hundred rounds of Greek HXP surplus from the CMP when my M1 Garand arrives, just to get me through until I'm comfortable with it and start handloading. I'll also be buying some brass so I have a couple questions about it. I'm going to use IMR4895, CCI34 mil-spec primers and Hornady 150gr FMJBT projectiles...
1. Is the HXT brass good for reloading? I'm assuming it is but would like confirmation.
2. Is it advisable to use military (Lake City) brass rather than regular 30-06 commercial brass?
3. What are some sources for good reloading brass for the M1?
4. Assuming an average load of approx 46.5-47gr, what is an approximate number of times I can expect to reuse the brass. 1-3, 3-5, 5-10? I know that this varies, but I'm just curious so I have an idea how much to buy.
Im pretty experienced reloading pistol, .223 and 300 BLK, but the M1 is a slightly different animal and I want to have my ducks in a row.
1. Is the HXT brass good for reloading? I'm assuming it is but would like confirmation.
2. Is it advisable to use military (Lake City) brass rather than regular 30-06 commercial brass?
3. What are some sources for good reloading brass for the M1?
4. Assuming an average load of approx 46.5-47gr, what is an approximate number of times I can expect to reuse the brass. 1-3, 3-5, 5-10? I know that this varies, but I'm just curious so I have an idea how much to buy.
Im pretty experienced reloading pistol, .223 and 300 BLK, but the M1 is a slightly different animal and I want to have my ducks in a row.
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