.30-30 Winchester

[hotshot357]

I'm planning on loading .30-30 Winchester this winter. I've got a 550B with Lee dies set-up. I'm relatively new to reloading( started in 2016). I was wondering what else I need to reload .30-30. So far I've saved all the cases to be reloaded. From what I understand, I will need a case trimmer. Is there anything else I will need? Any information will be greatly appreciated!

[dillon]

You'll need case lube, as this is a bottleneck case. Cases typically require trimming every 2 or 3 firings. If you're shooting the rounds from a lever action, it may require more frequent trimming due to the bolt lockup design. A case mouth chamfering tool is important. 30-30 cases have a long neck, and are relatively soft. Deburring and chamfering the inside of the case  mouth will prevent collapsing the shoulder if seating flat based bullets.

 Overall, 30-30 is an easy cartridge to load. If you have any questions during setup, please contact us directly.

[DubfromGA]

Mighty fun round to shoot.

 

Brings back a lot of great memories.  One of these days I believe I'll be adding a 30-30 to my meager collection.  Started hunting as a kid borrowing one from my uncle.  

[hotshot357]

DubfromGA, you are right about that!! Every time I go to the range, I take the "94" and send some lead down range. It's "a hoot-to shoot"!!!!

Edited July 30, 2019 by hotshot357

[DubfromGA]

50 minutes ago, hotshot357 said:

DubfromGA, you are right about that!! Every time I go to the range, I take the "94" and send some lead down range. It's "a hoot-to shoot"!!!!