Reloading Ammunition for Rifles.

[Freddiejgpritchard]

I think he was using a bench rest...

[SabreWolferos]

is there a limit to how many times you can rereload a brass shell before it is unsafe to use???

[birgrunar]

@SabreWolferos Diffficult to tell. I have used cases up to 60 to 80 times, still going strong. It all depends on quality of brass, max pressure, chamber size and neck size. Reloading/sizing of cases is a factor also, how much sizing is done, full length or neck sizing.

[ballin2104]

whats that yellow stuff on the napkin?

[kvg44gbs]

I'm interested in reloading, but don't know how much money can be really saved from doing it.

I would assume if you don't shoot a lot its not worth it, but if you do it prob is. Just wanted to know how much money you on each reloaded bullet

[birgrunar]

@kvg44gbs The rule of thumb is you save about 50 % by reloading. The most important is that you get more accurate ammo ! You can get good tools for $ 200 to  $ 300 as a start to learn and see how you like it. I reload to get accurate ammo, by selecting the correct bullet, powder,primer etc.

[liluksta12]

i am new to reloading and your video is very simple to understand. what is the tool used to size the neck and decap the primer. never seen one where you dont have to put it on the press. and also are there other presses like the one you used in the video that are cheaper, i really cant afford that right now, thanks.

[12gaugeTim]

Props to OP for replying to nearly every inquiring comment, even when the answer is already in the comments section. Here's mine: does accuracy on hand loads decrease the more you use the same brass? How long is the brass usable?

[Amiga3000]

Who makes your mini arbor press?

I don't see it on any of the links

[birgrunar]

@Amiga3000 It is a Hart Arbor press. You can also get arbor presses from Sinclair Int . and other bench rest gunsmiths and outlets.

[birgrunar]

@Amiga3000 You can get them from L.E. Wilson Inc and many gunsmiths.

[PRACERZ]

Nice and simple , easy to understand,and no annoying music in the background, thankyou !!

[birgrunar]

@PRACERZ Thanks.

[asleeperj]

@birgrunar thank god for no bullshit youtube music that everyone plays.

[asleeperj]

@birgrunar Where do you get the equipment to reload things like 7.62*39 and 9mm luger rounds?

[thehuntergunwhisper]

you put the A in acurate. nice vid

[birgrunar]

@thehuntergunwhisper Thanks

[lockandload2010]

I like your style

[birgrunar]

@lockandload2010 Simple is best !

[lockandload2010]

Now that must be old school reloading

[birgrunar]

@lockandload2010 Accurate Scool loading !

[birddog390]

what type of round is this?

[birgrunar]

@birddog390 This is a 6 mm PPC.

[happyfullgoldfish]

so do you need different equipment for different calibers? Say i wanted to reload 30-06 AND reload 30-30. Would I need 2 different sets of equipment?

[birgrunar]

@happyfullgoldfish . Yes you need different dies, for each caliber.

[Methos713]

Can there be mistakes that can happen when DIY reloading or is it pretty basic to understand? Great video by the way. Thumbs up.

[hackamore]

@Methos713 It's pretty basic to understand, but if you get absent-minded it is possible to forget you've put powder in a case, and put a second charge in, causing catastrophe upon firing. Best way to avoid that is to use powders that are bulky enough so that a double charge will overflow the case.

[MrDip02]

i dont care if it will take me ages haha i will reload my own ammo

[birgrunar]

@MrDip02 You will get accurate ammo !

[MrDip02]

@birgrunar hah and so much cheaper to

[siglunes1]

Thanks for posting this video, very clear demonstration ..well done!

[pangolin97]

How much do you think it takes to purchase everything you need to reload your own rounds? And what kind of machines and tools do you need?

[birgrunar]

@pangolin97 From Start, Hand dies by L.E.Wilson, Arbor press, Powder Measure, Weight scale etc. I guess 200 to 300 dollars depending on quality you choose.

[rashley118]

Thanks! I have a set of Wilson hand dies with a hand arbor and was trying to figure out how it was supposed to work. Nothing like my Dillon or RCBS!

[birgrunar]

@huggybare9 Thank you for nice comments. You have to belive your eyes !

This is a demonstration video.

[quantumfart]

Hm, seems like a good trade off. 40+ min = $(Price of one box) more in your pocket

[abigasspenis]

what the hell does this have to do with ASMR?

[AR15223RIFLE]

you should buy RCBS reloading equipment because its lot faster to use

[nuclearthreat545]

this seems like it would take FOREVER if you did this for all the rounds

[birgrunar]

@nuclearthreat545 The fact is my friend: This is faster !

[birgrunar]

@nuclearthreat545 Just try it, you will be surpriced !

[planb1532190]

@nuclearthreat545 It feels good though to have the feeling that you're just doing everything yourself. Load and shoot, load and shoot :)

[MrDip02]

@nuclearthreat545 bu will be ten times less in price

[BraceNemesiz]

why do you need to do this LOL It may be a stupid answer but I don't care please tell me

[birgrunar]

@BraceNemesiz More accurate reloads !

[BraceNemesiz]

@birgrunar

more accurate?

[kimber35766]

great video

[birgrunar]

@kimber35766 Thanks.

[frasatat2]

very similar 2 the lee classic loader but with a bit more finesse. how do they compare on price?

[LEWILSONINC]

@UltmtSniper you can find them here at lewilson . com

[hapspir]

What kind of hassle do you need to go through to get the gunpowder? I hear it's quite aggravating. I would love to learn reloading if it didn't involve red tape.

I'm guessing those are factory bullets since they are jacketed. Or can you jacket them yourself?

[flyjets01]

Hi Just wondered why do you measure the Run out on the case rather then either the neck or as I the Bullet itself?

Thanks Ian

[tetrahydrofuran]

Thanks a lot! You didn't trim the cases, wouldn't that be necessary, too?

[birgrunar]

@tetrahydrofuran Yes. These cases are already trimmed. 

[salvichannel]

Thank you for this video

[unluckicharmz]

just seems like a lot of work for 5 bullets that would cost only around 1.50 where im at....maybe its just me?

[conor1148]

@unluckicharmz makes more sense on larger calibers where you can make almost 4 times as much ammunition per money amount than going to the store.

[bldeagle10]

@unluckicharmz

price out bullets like .338 lapua, at 130 bucks for 20 rounds, Id prefer to reload myself as well...

[shotfirer1972]

What the dude below me said.....

[f18esuperhornet13]

how much does the equipment you need to do this cost?

[tnman7557]

Just saw the video for the first time a few days ago. I'm just starting out learning to reload. VERY informative and just what I needed. What type of press are you using in the video? Thanks, mike

[birgrunar]

@tnman7557 It is a Hart Arbor press , made by RW Hart & Sons Inc. Nescopeck PA.

Dies etc L.E Wilson you can also get from Hart. Good luck in your learning !

You will get better accuracy by reloading with hand tools.

[birgrunar]

You can feel it when cases begin to become stiffer in closing bolt.

When FL rezising just move shoulder back about 0.001" to 0.002"

This can be measured with a tool from L.E.Wilson

Yes you will get better Ammo with tools like this.

[gmoore9449]

Terrific video --- thanks for posting it. Does this method work well for larger calibers, such as .270 Winchester?

[birgrunar]

@gmoore9449 Yes it does. Over all this method and tools gives you more accurate Ammo.

Sometimes you will have to Full Length Size if you overdo on pressure, or on long time use,

then it may be good to have a regular press to size. Although you use press to FL rezise you can use the Straight line bullet Seater as before. These tools you can get from L.E.Wilson or Custom Riflesmiths.

Simply the best.

[gmoore9449]

@birgrunar I tried the L.E. Wilson dies on .243 Winchester and got much smaller runouts than I had with the RCBS dies. So I got a set of the Wilson dies in .270 and am looking forward to similar results. Question: Which method is best for determining whether or not a case needs to be FL resized?

[0puest0]

are you military ?

[1LonePuma]

Great Video!

I'm sure we would have all liked to know more about that concentricity device for measuring over all length. Some of your equipment looks older and may not be available where the cheap devices have replaced them. Do keep us informed and it's okay to narrate, we want to hear your opinion as to why you chose the equipment you did.

Best regards and thanks.

[birgrunar]

@1LonePuma Simpy the best tools for reloading accurate ammunition.

You believe me ! The Concentricity spinner is from the great L.E Wilson, nothing better. Contact them. Looking new is sometimes not the best !

[ThumbsUP8808]

Great vid - thanks! Could you show how to use the bullet seating die to adjust depth please? I've never seen these types of dies before. Also, what cleaning solvent are you using for the brass?

Many thanks!

[birgrunar]

@ThumbsUP8808 Smaller adjustments you can do with shims, 0.001" and up to 0.010 in various thicknesses. The stem can also be screwed up or down for larger adjustments. For cleaning brass necks and body, before reloading I use mild bore cleaning solvent.

[disturbedone5009]

I just started reloading and I love it. I only load .30-06 for my M1 Garand so far but I really want to get into long range shooting.

[birgrunar]

@disturbedone5009 For long range shooting, these type of tools are the very best.

[disturbedone5009]

@birgrunar

Yeah well the results at the end of your video show that.

[wil129]

What kind of press are you using?

[birgrunar]

@wil129 It is an Arbor press made by Robert W. Hart & Son Inc. Nescopeck PA.

[mosesmalone4711]

About how much money would it take, with decent reloading equipment, to get set up and started?

[birgrunar]

@mosesmalone4711 This is not easy to answer. $ 200 would get you started with basic tools. If you like it much, you will soon want to spend a little more for more tools and more quality.

[koolmike79]

watching your video is so relaxing... great video/tutorial... 

[DaedalEVE]

Very cool!

That actually looked like a lot of fun. Time consuming, but fun.

[birgrunar]

@DaedalEVE Time is irrelevant, accuracy is important !

[Locutius11]

I just love the complete simplicity and methodology of what this bloke is doing. Even though I have the bench mounted press I actually am more attracted to this type of reloading and it isn't really that slow.

Don't know how you would go for full length resizing as opposed to simply neck sizing but I'm gunna look at ordering my next dies through from this L E Wilson...

Lovely shooting as well...did I see somewhere that this cartridge was the 6PPC?

Thanks for this vid.

[birgrunar]

@Locutius11 Yes this is 6 PPC. It is qyite remarkable how quick this loading is when you are in practise and have developed a rutine for your self.

Besides this is the most accurate. Full length dies can be bought from L.E Wilson.

Just check it out. Usually I use the press and dies for FL sizing.

[Effecto1234]

You Americans real love guns

[TheSavage169]

could we sell them if we made them

[birgrunar]

@TheSavage169 For production you will have to have a license etc.

But nothing restricts you to help a friend out !

[gmanflyairforce3]

wow...you just made this look really simple. Might try in the future.

[birgrunar]

@gmanflyairforce3 Yes do. You might get interested and have good time doing it.

I promise, you will learn a lot !

[kakeralltel]

what equipment are you using? most of the videos on here are for big, fast loaders. i want to get into precise loading!

Thanks for the great video

[birgrunar]

@kakeralltel You are welcome. This is a interesting hobby for rifle shooters, and saves you money, and makes you better ammo. The dies are custom mede by me, but you can get custom made dies by gunsmiths, and from L.E. Wilson. Carthridge spinner is L.E. Wilson. Arbor press is from Robert W. Hart & Sons Inc. Nescopeck. PA. Many high quality powder measures are available, search Google, test them out for max 0.1 grain difference in thrown loads.

Have good reloading manuals at hand and stay safe.

[birgrunar]

@NortonAntivirusable I hope you do, you will learn a lot and make accurate ammo for your rifle. And cheaper, is an extra bonus. Get your self some good reloading manuals and stay on the safe side with powder weights and chamber pressure.

All the best.

[Armandmtl]

Wow.. This makes for a cool hobby.

[birgrunar]

@Armandmtl Yes it is a very educational hobby. Healthier than watching TV.

You are learning while you work and making accurate ammo tailored to your rifle.

[Ronald3570]

is there a link to a website where i can buy this stuff somewhere?

[birgrunar]

@Ronald3570 Yes: rifflar.com/rifles4.html

[MahaloMoFo]

Really cool video. First time I have seen it done without a press.

[121fu]

how much will that whole set cost

[birgrunar]

@121fu Depends on what you want. Simple tools can cost you $ 100 to 200

More efficient multiple press and dies with auto powder measure etc can cost you

some $ 100 to 200 more.

[121fu]

how much will that whole set cost

[121fu]

is it similar with carbine and pistol ammo

[birgrunar]

@121fu The proces is the same but with pistol ammo you need a multible stage press to speed things up.

[LittleMaggot50]

What would be a good set up for a .30-06, im trying to reload for min price and low recoil

[birgrunar]

@LittleMaggot50 I would get me a Press and dies FL die and neck die, and seater., like Redding or RCBS or similar.

L.E.Wilson Hand dies are also a good option for more accurate reloads. You can use them, and have the press and dies as a Full length resize setup.

[Vanganator]

Wow! That's IT! I should start reloading! I go through a lot of 40 S&W and a lot of 243! Thanks for the video!

[Meandroid]

@Vanganator I personally use the Lee Precision anniversary kit. Some prefer RCBS, Dillon or others. Same as the Ford/Chevy argument some people prefer different brands. I bought Lee since it's affordable and includes many extras that I didn't have to buy seperately.

[shotfirer1972]

BRS make a magnificent rifle. Good video thanks!

[uvisionca]

What chemical are you using to clean the case neck ?

[birgrunar]

Bore cleaning solvent.

[birgrunar]

This is an original Seely Masker/ Saeco powder measure, with Starret Micrometer head. Very accurate within 0.1 grain difference in loads. I have used this one for over 27 years.

[uvisionca]

What kind of bullet seating die is it ?

[birgrunar]

This is a custom made seating die made by me at BRS Custom Rifles. Similar to L.E. Wilson, This type of bullet seater is the most precise for seating bullets.

[MrColt45acp]

Thanks for posting!

[birgrunar]

Thank you. You are welcome

[captainpegs07]

Any problems bullet seating with a mallet?

[birgrunar]

No. But Arbor press is better. You have more "feel" of the seating of bullet.

[Tjita1]

Interesting and infomative video, but it feels a bit time consuming. How long would it take for an experienced reloader to do say a 100 rounds?

[birgrunar]

Reloading is about making more accurate ammo and cheaper. You will have to make time to reload. Reloading 100 cases can take you 1 to 2 hours depending on equipment. The plus points are, that you taylor your ammo to your rifle, to get best possible accuracy.

Good Shooting.

[Tjita1]

I was thinking of starting with IPSC so it would in that case be to do pistol ammunition like 9x19 or .45 ACP, maybe mainly for competitions. Making hundreds of rounds for training would probably not be worth the effort I think, even though it gets cheaper.

[carguy12345678910]

whats the point of the dyes and sticking that brush in the casing

[birgrunar]

The dies are the neck sizer and bullet seater. The copper brush is to clean the neck on inside (soot)

[captainpegs07]

Great Video! Who's concentricity gauge is that?

[birgrunar]

This is L.E Wilson cartridge spinner.

[fadingabel7]

great video!

[birgrunar]

Thank you ! I hope it will help some shooters.

[fadingabel7]

no thank you sir for taking the time to make these videos. i also liked your video on bedding. cheers

[ECTBWHO]

: )

[abombrichy]

im interested in realoading .223 ammo, how much (estimated) money would i have to put into all the equipment that is necessary to produce a very accurate round? thanks

[birgrunar]

I recommend you get L.E. Wilson Dies. Bullet seater and Neck Die. You can get this from Robert W. Hart & Son in Nescopeck PA. I guess that around $ 200 to $ 300 with a good accurate powder measure.

[phillyfirefighter]

i recently started reloading .223 you would wanna start w/ a single stage press. the Lee anniversary kit had ALMOST everything i needed to get started. you'll need to purchase the dies for the caliber you're reloading. for .223/5.56 brass you'll need a pocket reamer to remove crimps from military brass. a caliper to measure brass before reloading it and to measure completed cartridge. i spent around $200-$250 on tools. not including brass, primers, powder and bullets.

[abombrichy]

thanks for the help. so all together, without the actual bullets, shells, and powder, and everything else, all the equipment needed for reloading is 200-250$?

[phillyfirefighter]

@abombrichy roughly, yes... i bought my gear about a year ago. so prices may have changed. i get my powder from local shops. prices may be $5 cheaper per pound online. but you'll still have to pay shipping and hazmat fees so it's cheaper and easier to just hit the shops. i've gotten really good results using IMR 4198 powder.

[abombrichy]

thanks a ton

[phillyfirefighter]

@abombrichy no problem! i forgot to add that i use 55gr fmj boat tail bullets. i have a Lee guide to reloading (red hard back book). tells you how to load using what powder for what weight and caliber bullet. and if your using a single stage press i always seat the bullet immediately after pouring the powder in the shell. i never pour for a whole tray and then seat the bullets. thus eliminating the chance for my clumsy ass to double charge my brass. good luck, be safe w/ it and happy shooting!

[birgrunar]

@abombrichy Yes somwhere around that figure.

[Naga1337]

I'm a novice to the gun world (been shooting a few times, planning on getting a Mosin Nagant or SKS in a couple of weeks as a first gun,) but I like building things and tweaking them to make them work better than stock. Therefore, reloading seems to be right up my alley. Your video makes it seem extremely simple. With the proper tools, is it something a novice could get the hang of using only instruction manuals and/or videos like this one? Thanks for any help.

[birgrunar]

Yes reloading is simple. Main thing is order and good workmanship. Have a reloading manual at hand and begin by following the loads recommended. Don't overdo it keep it safe. Then little by little you gain confidence and knowledge in reading primers and max pressure.

This video shows the use of handloading dies, which produce the most accurate ammo. Regular reloading press and screw in dies, are important to have, since before too long you will have to Full Length size your cases.

[abombrichy]

i have the mosin nagant m44, and let me tell you, its not worth reloading, when i think about reloading i think about saving money and making a custom, more accurate round, its not really possible. mosin nagants are really just for putting lead down range. now i dont dont that you could make it accurate or have one thats good, but just not usually. plus you can buy pretty good surplus ammo for really cheap!

[Geochron]

Are you knocking out the spent primers with the hammer?

[birgrunar]

Yes

[GT03235]

what caliber are you reloading?

[birgrunar]

This is a 6 MM PPC.

[GT03235]

is that 244 winchester?

[cory8791]

270 wsm?

[razgriz4977]

That's what I was thinking...

[MasterBlasterMusic]

I am new to this...am buying a .338 after much research and need to hand load. Do you suggest a more hands on approach or can I use a lee loader press? Thx

[birgrunar]

For a large caliber as you have, I recommend having a press. If on the other hand you are shooting this caliber in a long range target rifle, I would use Hand loading L.E Wilson dies, for best accuracy.

[captainpegs07]

For a hunting rifle you will want to full-length size your cases for functionability. Especially if it's an automatic action like the Browning BAR's. Thus, you would want a good, strong press. Arbor presses are for neck sizing - which also can be done on a regular press, it's just not as portable as it must be bolted down to something.

[busmun]

Thanks for the great video.

[birgrunar]

Thank you . You are welcome

[ForneyRider]

Excellent video. Been reloading for about 3 years and never saw hand dies and arbor press in action. Much Thanks!

[birgrunar]

You are welcome

[JACK9519]

nice vid taught me loads

[wtf2256]

wow how long of a range were you shooting i love the stock on that rifle too

[birgrunar]

Do you mean the red rifle ? It was at 100 Meters.

[CombatAssassin]

are these used shells at the beginning? Just asking :P

[birgrunar]

Yes, original 220 Russian cases, neck expanded, neck turned, and loaded and fireformed in rifle. You can use these cases up to 20 to 50 times depending on loads and pressure.

[disturbedone5009]

Is the seating die calibrated to a certain depth or how does that work?

[birgrunar]

Yes the seating stem is adjustable by screwing up or down. You can also use very thin shims for quick fine adjustments.

[disturbedone5009]

Are these hand dies more accurate than a single stage press?

[birgrunar]

Yes they are the best. Usually reamed with same reamer as used for chamering the rifle. Precision made and seat the bullet dead center !

[disturbedone5009]

I want to start reloading for my rifles to enter service rifle competitions. Is there a site I can go to for information on getting similar dies?

[birgrunar]

You can get L.E Wilson Dies from R.W.Hart & Son Inc, and also custom made dies if they chamber the gun for you, then it is best to get dies made by same reamer. Call them.

[disturbedone5009]

Ok. Thanks for the information.

[shane14c]

What equiptment are you using? I really like the set up you have there, esspecially the press!

[birgrunar]

It is a Hart Arbor Press made by Robert W.Hart & Son Inc Nescopeck PA

Very good quality, lasts a lifetime or longer.

[bundypolkhigh]

good video, thanks for posting, taught me a lot.

[birgrunar]

You are welcome.

[Skydivingkittens]

I have no doubt that this is the most in-depth video of reloading a bullet on youtube.

[birgrunar]

Thank you !

[benpatto06]

just buy some more no point in this

[1967spud]

hoew accurate do you find your powder thrower as i measure every charge thrown

[birgrunar]

Those powder measures are accurate within 0.1 grain. If they vary more get a better one.