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Ok, just returned from range. Not a scientific experiment by any means, because I only fired 15 of the old shorter rounds and 30 of the longer OAL loads. I kept the powder the same for both loads. No failure to feeds for all three magazines. So, here is my conclusion: 1. The longer OAL sure doesn't hurt anything, so I will keep it that way. 2. I am not happy with my groupings but only started shooting this automatic and am used to revolvers. I might continue to test different loads to see if any of them are more accurate than others. (As I get more comfortable with the firearm) Right now, I am at the top end of the powder range from my research for Dad's CZ auto. 3. The one thing that I did different than the first time to the range is that I wiped down each round to remove the sticky lanolin case lube. My theory is that the lube was slowing down the feed a little in the magazine. SO, hopefully problem solved. Thank you all for your help. I am happy with this gun!

Yes, I do have the Dillon 9mm case gauge. I am probably a little anal, but I check every round and remove any wax from the bullet with my fingernail before I put it in the box to take to the range.

Thanks rshew, can't wait to try them out. I tried the loaded round in the dismantled barrel and compared it to the factory round and it appears to be plenty far from the rifling.

I have been reloading for revolver for several years now and am getting into autos. My Dad bought a CZ 9mm a year ago and I worked up a load that worked well for him: 3.5 Gr. Solo 1000 with Hard cast lead 125 gr. bullets from Reloads & More. The OAL was 1.139. Lansinoh Lanolin (for breast feeding mothers) was used for case lube on the outside of the cases. I just purchased a Beretta 92fs and shot several magazines worth of ammo to try it out. The factory Blazer Brass FMJ 125gr & 115 gr cycled fine without any problems. The reloads had (2) failure to feeds per magazine. The bullet would lodge with the lead facing up and above the entrance to the barrel. They cleared easily and when I put the bullets back in randomly placed with a mag of factory ammo, they cycled fine. Here is what I have done so far: I loaded another 15 rounds with the identical set up but I used Dillon Case Lube and was careful to wipe off the case lube with a rag. I have also loaded 30 rounds with the same powder charge and increased the OAL to 1.158 which is .002 shorter than the factory rounds. I used Dillon Case Lube and was careful to wipe off the case lube with a rag. Am I on the right track, or should I try something else? It will be several days till I can get to the range to test what I have done so far, so I have time to load up some other things to test. Thank you so much.

Things that work for me when using bulky powders: After you fill the hopper, drum your fingers against the side. You'll see the powder start to settle. Throw about ten charges without weighing and dump them back in, and then start weighing. Bulky powders just take a while to settle. A newer powder that works well for loads that traditionally used Bullseye and 700X is Winchester Super Target (WST). WST's burn rate is in the same ballpark, it's about the same price, and it meters really well...and it was originally marketed as a shotgun powder, so there's lots of shotgun data for it too. +1 for WST it meters as well as 231!

I haven't done that myself yet, but it sure looks fun! Maybe that loud music was distracting! HA. Keep shooting...

I agree!

Welcome! I was raised in Waukesha. You'll enjoy the info on this site.

Great article super dude!

OK, can you recommend some quality lead or moly to use with Solo 1000? yes. Call bear creek supply at 209-874-4322 They don't have a website anymore but nobody makes a better Moly bullet, trust me. If you want bare cast lead, hit up my friend Jim's website at www.snscasting.com +1 on SNS Casting. Prompt shipping and good prices.

I had a little trouble figuring it out at first too. Couldn't find any pictures either. I just tried to get by with the minimum and shaved some plating off. Adjusted it a little bit and badabing, perfect. I agree with everyone. I like to have just enough to stand the bullet, but not shave off any lead or lube. It is enough to feel with your fingers. Some times there is a little variation in the size of the cast bullets, but a little twist will get it to stand straight enough to start the seating process. Good luck, have fun and be anal about safety!

+1! Quoting Earnest from the '80's: "You Cain't Be Too Careful!"

I agree with everyone so far. I have used several brands and can't tell the difference in anything but appearance.

+1 on riding it the way it is. Then upgrade to a better bike that fits your needs & interests if you keep riding it. I started with a yard sale Trek for $30 and years later bought a Klein on sale after going over the handle bars several times on single track trails. Now after not riding it for a year, I wish I had the $ to spend on a 1911! Ha...

I cleaned mine the other day because I have been loading lead. (2500 rounds) The bullet lube had built up some, so I scraped it out with a letter opener. Good to go! I also have to scrape the lube out of my case gauge to keep the rounds from sticking in it.

S&S Castings in Illinois: http://www.snscasting.com/ Check them out, great prices & quick delivery.

The chart I have says: 9mm bullet weight 147 grains (doesn't specify moly) start load: 2.7 grains (775 - 850 Fps) maximum load: 3.0 grains (825 - 875 Fps) One of the guys on here said he uses 3.3 to 3.4 grains Solo 1000 with 147 grain black bullets Good luck & be careful. I have not started loading 9mm yet, but will definitely get Solo 1000 when I do. It is well liked on this forum.

What caliber are we talking here? 9mm start load is listed as 3.7 gr (975-1025 fps) and max load: 4.2 gr (1050-1125 fps) Sorry, caliber is 9mm. Thanks bball97, that is the info I was after. -Kyle Here are the websites, I forgot to send them with my note. http://www.handloads.org/loaddata/default.asp http://data.hodgdon.com/main_menu.asp http://www.loaddata.com/home/index.cfm?CFI...FTOKEN=43258824 I am pretty sure one of the guys on here has the old Accurate Powder manual that I was able to copy.

What caliber are we talking here? 9mm start load is listed as 3.7 gr (975-1025 fps) and max load: 4.2 gr (1050-1125 fps)

I've been using W 231 and just switched to WST when I started loading lead bullets because everyone said it is less smokey. Can't tell any difference on the smoke, but it seems to be a little more accurate in 38 Special.

Ha, I hope you wait until 3 months after the shortage ends to order them. Or better yet, there are some guys selling some on Gun Broker at today's high prices. Me, I'll just keep stopping at the local gun shops and pick them up 1000 at a time as they come in. Pretty scary stuff.

I agree with all the suggestions already posted. As a home builder, the gun safe door swing direction would be a concern. (just like refrigerator doors) If you do make the 650 bench narrower like Justsomeguy suggested, it would allow the door to be opened all the way to the right. Good luck, what a great room size for reloading. Do a search on bench design, there are some cool setups that people have on here. If there is a Habitat for Humanity Re-store in your area, that is a great place to look for cabinets that people have taken out of their kitchen when they remodel.

HI. Glad you are liking your grips. You ask about the durability of Ivory. It is fairly durable, not as much as wood but it would take a fairly hard blow to damage them. They get more durable with age, when I say age, I mean the time after they are made. This pair was premium Ivory, some of the best I have seen in years. I now have a supplier that I can trust to cut it the way it is supposed to be cut. Like I have said before cutting Ivory is an art in itself. These grips to be appreciated, must be held in your hands. No words can describe the beauty of them. Keep in touch Beautiful grips! Thanks for the pictures.

Thank you for all the valuable information. I just polished 4 batches with Lyman corn cob media, & some Nu-Finish. Can't believe how good they look! I threw in a box of long grain white rice that I found yesterday for good measure. Happy shooting...

Thank you all. I just received the small Dillon unit & media separator, ordered from Brian. It came quick but was missing one of the rubber feet. One call to Brian, and he had 2 new feet sent out the next day. Great customer service, and the unit is quiet. 1 to 1-1/2 hours with corn cob media, and the cases come out looking like new. I have polished all of my cases and am enjoying loading again. Thank you Brian!