Hello to all, First post to this forum.
I am a new reloader and have a question about OAL. I am using the Hornady XTP hollow points which have a crimp groove. My Lee modern reloading manual shows different OAL's depending on the type of powder and bullet weight used. I assume that the OAL will be fixed and cannot be changed when crimping into the groove, how can you vary the length to be sure you meet the minimum OAL. In the book it shows that using the 125 grain xtp the minimum OAL should be 1.437 with one type of powder and 1.455 with another type. Should I be concerned if the OAL's vary a few .01's. Also, can I put a roll crimp on lead bullets that do not have a crimp groove. Thanks for any help with these questions.
Jazzman
I am a new reloader and have a question about OAL. I am using the Hornady XTP hollow points which have a crimp groove. My Lee modern reloading manual shows different OAL's depending on the type of powder and bullet weight used. I assume that the OAL will be fixed and cannot be changed when crimping into the groove, how can you vary the length to be sure you meet the minimum OAL. In the book it shows that using the 125 grain xtp the minimum OAL should be 1.437 with one type of powder and 1.455 with another type. Should I be concerned if the OAL's vary a few .01's. Also, can I put a roll crimp on lead bullets that do not have a crimp groove. Thanks for any help with these questions.
Jazzman