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Have not run in to any issues with Varget to date. I switched over to 8208xbr as it's easier to locate (in stock) than Varget . It's also a shorter stick than varget, good results with 75gr hornady bthp's
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4 hours ago, adamge said:
barebones, I'm confused by the ejection port. I've seen uppers with no FA and no dustcover door, but this seems to have a really small hole for brass to get out.
It's normal sized, the chamber indicator is throwing it off.
The faxon 14.5 is nice, running the 16" faxon .625 is this close to the 14" when you factor in a 2" pinned hider or brake. Ran a CF hand guard on the spouses SBR, just swapped it for a longer ALG EMR, with again minimal difference in weight.
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1 hour ago, lefty o said:
if your only loading 9mm, id deck out a 650 and run the heck out of it.
I agree, for the quantity RT is doing, the 650 will be a better investment. The money saved can be invested in components.
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I solved the plate jump by adjusting the case slide insert. Spent a few looking it over as the press indexed to next station. Timed it to slide the case in as it locked in to station.
There are aftermarket "upgrades" one can do, if so inclined. As for Dillon doing said upgrades , now sending out presses with them. I'm sure people would complain. Well i'd buy a Dillon,if they weren't so expensive.
Stick with the blue press, or sell it and buy another brand. You'd be surprised how much bang for the buck you'll be missing with another press.
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I've yet to see any Fed case over 1.74, if that. Until fired, then they maybe 1.745ish, maybe. I process on a 1050, using the rt1200 trimmer. I set trim length to 1.745 for longer firings before needing to trim again.
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Those HF trailers are great. If you understand their limitations, don't expect much and have repair parts on hand. WE had one worked it hard.It was kept in a covered area,1 year after we had it, paint /coating falling off, frame was rusting The only reason we purchased it... the original owner was moving that day and wanted it gone. For $75 it was worth it. For your needs, i tell you avoid them.
Craigs list it a good start for used, end of summer don't want to store it, deals. Not sure where you live in jersey(what exit) I'd buy this unit. It's 2x the cost of a HF one, but get you at least 4-5x the life.
http://cnj.craigslist.org/tro/5799180710.html
Be curious what this looks like
http://cnj.craigslist.org/tro/5795782616.html
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If it's any help .I'm loading my 30 & 223 cal privi's to hornady comparable bullet weight.
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Whatever floats your boat, do it.
Agree. it's the comfort level of the one reloading.
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I use factory rounds in select fire guns. This way IF there is an issue. They're on the hook for it. Paying more for factory is one less worry, especially when replacing a $12 - 20K item isn;t something one can find that easy.
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your 1/7 barrel has nothing to do with how soft or cheep you can reload for it. You should limit yourself to not shoot light weight HP or SP bullets 55 or less as they will be more likely to come apart upon exiting the muzzle. These disentigrating bullets might however be soft shooting and cheep.
I'm running 55gr JSP's SX's and SMK's with no issue. usually with 22.5gr of 2230
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I would like to do some long range shooting with my AR-15, and wonder what is the highest BC bullet that can be loaded to feed reliable from a magazine. Would the max OAL then be 2.260 in/ 57.4 mm? Affordable bullets would be nice also.My barrel is 1:8 twist, so it should be able to stabilize bullets up to 80 grains.Would it be a bad idea to also use such a load with a heavier bullet for 3 gun? I suppose the heavier bullets will have more drop.
75gr's 2.260 OAL
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For 55gr blaster ammo Id suggest CFE 223 or H335. Ive had alot of luck with H335 with Hornady 55gr FMJBTs.
For anything above 65gr, Id suggest something like 8208 XBR. Ive used this with 68s and 75s, and its good to go.
You could load all 223 with 8208 XBR, but I prefer to go cheap on blaster ammo, more expensive on accuracy ammo.
Good question OP.
I'm looking at the 8202 and TAC for the 75gr Privi's. Curious what load with 8208 you're using. AS it;s right in between TAC and 223 i use for the 55's.
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Speaking of what kind of can do you run. I'm thinking about investing in a suppressor and trying to decide on the make. Gotta be a 45 one though.
I run a YHM Cobra. My SR1911 and 21 have factory sights. No issue hitting what i aim at, running the 200gr xtreme, but the RN.
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Depending which caliber / tool head. it's Dillon, RCBS with a Lee FCD to round it out. I process 223 on the 1050 , when loading 223 it's on the 650 . I use the lee universal decapping for any media stragglers.
Everyone has their preference, what works for one isn't alway a cure all for another.
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Using the 125 Xtreme with 4.1 TG 1.140 OAL , I'm using a LW threaded bbl in the 19 open & suppressed getting good groups. Using 3.8 - 3.9 gave me sluggish cycling too. For the 19, a 10.5 GM QC10 / DDLES glock lower and 16" carbine. The 4.1 has been the most consistent through the platforms we run.
When using xtreme 147 fmj the load is reduced to 3.3gr TG.
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Titegroup for 9 was suggested years back. I purchased kegs when it was $110 or less. Then i started loading 38/357 & 45. In comes the H110. Then i had better results using unique for 38spl w/ hornady 158 xtp's out of the lever. SO i've bartered for unique, then bullseye, i have a few lbs sitting in tins, will get some range time once it gets warmer / spring.
You cannot have enough componnent wise to get comfortable. Especially when stores have TG one day then Unique, H335, H110 or bulleseye the next.
For rifle X-terminator, TAC or 2230 has performed well enough to buy / backorder and wait.
But back to the OP's question. Once i find a load that works, it's a done deal. Having the option to use other powders & bullets on hand is one of the benefits of reloading vs. complaining there's no ammo on the shelves / in stock.
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i run 4.0 TG for the 115 plated xtremes. As mentioned using data for lead loading specs.
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Thanks for weighing in, folks. These are producing slightly higher pressure than normal as evidenced by the slight debossing of the primers. Do you envision there being any difficulties in shooting from my SIG P938 or should I save these for my M&P 9?
Probably be a tad snappier in the 938 with the smaller frame & bbl.
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I stand corrected. There was a major powder adjustment going from Titegroup to Bullseye.
Maybe this powder is on the verge of going bad and has lost some of its potency ?
I have 40 yr old unique and bullseye that look like the container was just opened. Your BE looks good, color wise.
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There is a little flex in that dimension, the width that is...will likely be about 10-11 inches depending on whether you squeeze them together or spread them apart.
Which is why you should drill the holes in bench larger than in strong mount.
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In the shop (separete) building from the house. Inclement weather is not an issue due to small propane heater and a few overhead radiant units. I had the shop spray foam insulated, 2" gave me a R14~ value.
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PS. I am also pleased with their customer service!
Likewise. Do you have to pay for S&H, sometimes. A part i have the CC ready to purchase is covered, while one i "thought" was, cost me.
However their overall CS, timely shipping of parts and warranty IMO puts them hands above other reloading press / parts companies.
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No I saw the same price, the-armory has wolf gold under $305 for a thousand plus shipping. That is brass cased ammo. So it seems that with time and effort coupled with the lack of powder reloading 223 is becoming less cost effective than a year ago when it was $.50 a round.
While it may not be cost effective at this time, it's always a good time to buy componnents. Can i buy ready to go for a good price, yes. However i don't get that satisfication ordering on line as i do when pulling the handle.
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1.10 - 1.40 depending on powder. HOWEVER recommended Load data and Plunk test (single 9mm) IF you don't have a case guage (multiple 9's) are good starting points.
Machine recommendation for .223 reloading
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If you're loading, you're also processing. That doubles the use of dies, buy once, cry once. I use my 1050 for processing only and load on the 650. With 0ver 80K documented pcs of 223 processed. That extra $$ spent up front pays off in the long run.
If you're buying a 1050 you intend to load in volume, over time. IMO that is commercial loading.