Reloading for the 204

[viking499]

How hard is it to reload for the 204? Didnt know if the smaller case or bullet made it any harder or whether it is just as easy as any other caliber.

Trying to decide if I want to reload for my 204 or just keep buying factory fodder......


Do you have a favorite reload recipe?

 

[cfullgraf]

Loading the 204 Ruger is not difficult. The small bullet requires a little care in handling and placement, but very manageable. I don't find it any more difficult than 223 Remington.

I load 204 Ruger on an RCBS Pro2000 using an RCBS Gold Medal seater die. Just drop the bullet in the side of the die to seat it. The die is a bit pricey though.

Now, if you want a challenge, load 17 Remington. Just picking up the itty bitty bullets with my fumble fingers is a challenge.

 

[Grumulkin]

How hard is it to reload for the 204? Didnt know if the smaller case or bullet made it any harder or whether it is just as easy as any other caliber.

It's not hard. Nothing but reloads have been through mine.



I've used this load with great success on a deer, coyotes, crows, groundhogs and raccoons at ranges of up to well over 300 yards.