Ken_Bird Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Just finished converting my 1050 to 40 cal. here is the load\\ Once Fired .40 S&W Win Win Powder 231 4.5 WIN SP 180 MG FT OAL 1.125 Here is a photo of one of the first three out of the finished set up. I see a line almost at the head of the brass and goes completely around it. Anyone like to share what caused that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandbagger123 Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 r u you lubing your brass? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STXGunner Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 I have just started a work up load for my .40Bullet: 180gr lead non-coated flat nose Powder: Titegroup; 10rds each/@ 4.3, 4.5, 4.7 grains (basically minimum to maximum. Might load 4.1 grains also to see if it cycles) Cases: Once fired Mixed Brass Primer: CCI small pistol COAL: 1.125I am using a small crimp on this round. I haven't shot them yet at the range but will this week most likely or the beginning of next week. I will chrono them and update this post when I get done. My goal here is to start working up a load for my IDPA shoots. If anyone has any help or input on this load I would like to hear feedback. Shooting these out of a springfield xd subcompact 40 that i like to shoot in the comps. Keeps the long slide guys honest!~STXGunnerGreat people talk about ideas, average people talk about things, small people talk about other people ~anonymous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STXGunner Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 (edited) EDITED: Sorry for the multiple post Edited March 9, 2015 by STXGunner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STXGunner Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 (edited) EDITED: Sorry for the multiple post Edited March 9, 2015 by STXGunner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Holy triple tap Batman! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STXGunner Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 (edited) EDITED: Sorry for the multiple post. Edited March 9, 2015 by STXGunner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STXGunner Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 my computer is spazzing out. Sorry guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STXGunner Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Holy triple tap Batman! Yea, not sure what the heck happened. Darn noobies! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copecowboy22 Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 It looks like where the sizing die stopped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PKT1106 Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Make sure your sizing die is adjusted properly. Do they chamber (plunk test)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CZ85Combat Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 you need a reading g-rx push thru die https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYnbeUhzqLk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gng4life Posted March 9, 2015 Share Posted March 9, 2015 Looks normal, that's from the resizing as mentioned above. What does the crimp measure (neck diameter)? You should gauge them with the barrel or another trusted bullet gauge. Be careful, some bullet gauges are very tight and you'll get a ton of rejects when they really are fine and will shoot great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pushpullpete Posted March 10, 2015 Share Posted March 10, 2015 I agree with both it is the sizing die (#1) and its improper adjustment (#2). With a little fine tuning that will go away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyLahey Posted April 23, 2015 Share Posted April 23, 2015 May I ask how the "improper adjustment" will go away? I'm newer at reloading, but to my knowledge. the resizing die gets bottomed out to the shell plate/holder and that's as far as it will go. I have a similar ring, although not quite as apparent. Just wanting to make sure I'm not overlooking something. I'm not lubing brass fyi, at least not yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmbaccolyte Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 Looks good to me. How do they shoot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 As above, the ring is where the brass stopped going into the sizing die. Looks like the die is adjusted properly as the "ring" looks equal around the brass (as far as one can see in the pic). Always do the "Plunk" test in your barrel, as very few shoot out of a case gauge, and the gauges can vary from your barrel specs. If you find a case gauge that matches the specs of your barrel then that is fine as they are faster than using the barrel,but, the barrel is the only thing to use to determine OAL of the loaded cartridge. Lee also offers a push through set up and they all seem to work equally well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racnsoonr Posted April 25, 2015 Share Posted April 25, 2015 What gun are you shooting? Seems a little short but I don't use wst either. 4.9 grns at 1.18 oal is what my frinds that use wst shoot in 5" 2011's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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