GunAdmirer
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I just bought a Bushmaster AR type rifle and want to handload for it eventually. I have a steady source of quality 1X brass from a friend who doesn't reload and basically has the same rifle.
I have experience reloading handgun calibers but not rifle. I use a single stage press. I won't need to load mass quantities.
What brand of dies should I purchase?
What is a good standard load for starting out? I'm looking for something medium powered and reasonably accurate. I plan to mainly plink and compete in three gun matches.
Can I use the small primer pocket swager that I've been using for pistol cases to remove the crimp from primer pockets in military .223 brass?
What else do I need to know?
I have experience reloading handgun calibers but not rifle. I use a single stage press. I won't need to load mass quantities.
What brand of dies should I purchase?
What is a good standard load for starting out? I'm looking for something medium powered and reasonably accurate. I plan to mainly plink and compete in three gun matches.
Can I use the small primer pocket swager that I've been using for pistol cases to remove the crimp from primer pockets in military .223 brass?
What else do I need to know?