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    What's the useful life of a casing, how many times can you use the casing till it becomes bad?

    Used to count carefully with bags marked by number of firings ... that was then. I now batch; I buy 1-2000 cases, and use batch of 38 or 45 acp 20-30 rounds when some start to crack or show wear, then dump and replace. 357 and 41 mag, especially in rifles, I replace batch after about 6 loadings...
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    Brass case or nickle plated cases?

    Both work fine. I use nickel-plated for 45 acp as easier to find in the gravel at our range. For relatively hot 357 and 42 mag, I recycle cases after about 6 loads. About 6 – as keeping track of number of reloads of every case when they get mixed in tumbler etc. after use is too much work, I buy...
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    Henry’s Customer Service

    Had 2 issues with a single shot 20 gauge, a loose stock and ejection problem. Sent it in (they will send both a box and a free UPS label). They replaced the stock, had cracked, a flaw in the quite nice walnut, tested etc. and returned in a few days. I still had something of an ejection issue...
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    .41 magnum starting point

    I use TB for light loads (lead). Other than that I use Western powders for most all 41 mag. loads as have had good results with their pretty comprehensive coverage and useful load data: #5 with Sierra 170 gr., #7 for most mid loads, #9 for rifle loads, True shot 265 gr, and Hornady FTX loads...
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    .41 Mag Association

    Sad to say it looks like Ruger is no longer selling the 2 3/4” .41 Redhawk. I think it’s my favorite gun ... and it’s a kick to load for. Tho I suppose it’s value has now jumped (maybe). Still ...
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    Tough 45 auto bullets

    My Choice was Laser-cast 230’s, Brinell 24 RN https://www.laser-cast.com/#!/45-Cal-230g-RN-452/p/93944897/category=25376421 Now those are tough.
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    Dust free

    Condom Style Muzzle Covers from Amazon-work fine for my 20 gauge.
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    Plated bullets for 41 mag

    This may be helpful to some, especially for plated bullets but also since .41 mag bullets can be pretty variable in diameter if loading multiple types. I was loading laser-cast and nearly ripping the press off the bench during crimping, given diameter, but they were great bullets...
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    Any .41 Mag loaders out there? Favorite powder and bullets

    Also an Accurate #9 fan for .41, except for Sierra 170 JHP-I use #5 or 7 for those depending on how heavy a load I want. But with the #9, for 2 3/4” Redhawk, I load a pretty formidable True Shot gas checked WFNP 265 gr. load over 14.5 gr, chrono 1091. This round is too long for my carbine...
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    New to reloading; Question on primers

    An additional consideration new reloaders need to be very aware of with plated versus other bullets is overall length, since there is no cannelure or crimp groove as a guide. Seating depth of course can dramatically affect pressure. Best all, Mark
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    My Lee Classic Turret is Defective

    65,000+ on the LCT but I admit, did once have to replace one square ratchet. For shame ... can’t stop since I have enough components for the rest of my life (and yes, retired). Also find Lee collet crimp dies very valuable.
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    Single-shot Shotguns as gifts

    Spent considerable time today in “virgin” range trip with new Henry single shot 20 gauge. (I’m pretty old school, my handguns are all revolvers, my Jeep has manual transmission.) Weight is 6.62 lbs. so no problem to carry, but heavy enough to moderate recoil very well. Recoil for half a dozen...
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    .41 Mag Association

    Looks just like mine! I’ve been happy with the loads I’ve worked up with it. It handles Buffalo Bore 230 well, averaging 1300 fps, 299 power factor; that load I s more than uncomfortable however, will save that for Henry .41 mag carbine (which is a kick to play with). For Redhawk, hand load with...
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    Fired my new Kimber K6 today...

    I’ve been happy with the Kimber walnut grips; I ordered them at the same time as the gun knowing the regular grip wouldn’t be ideal for me.
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    Fired my new Kimber K6 today...

    Also might try Gold Dot 135 gr short barrel 357s; a more realistic load for the Kimber (and the SP). You know it’s a magnum, but manageable and more likely to expand than same bullet in 38+p according to Lucky Gunner. Required velocity to expand according to Speer is the velocity they claim 38+p...
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    Is a turret press much quicker?

    900+ rounds a minute ... hmm ...
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    New Kimber K6s

    I ordered the somewhat larger walnut grips (generally available for $52 but currently out of stock at Kimber) at the same time I ordered the DCR, and love them. I have relatively slim fingers; on the standard grip my fourth finger ended up on the bump. The walnut do not have finger grooves, very...
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    Lee seating/crimping die inconsistency

    Had similar issue (similar OAL range) when loading a substantial # of lead bullets, found was caused by buildup of waxy lubricant, precision returned after thorough cleaning with Hoppe’s. Give it a try ...
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    Very rough seating die

    Had a similar problem (note I have about 20 perfect Lee does). Contacted Lee, returned for free exchange, all good.
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    First Batch of .357: Teething Problems

    A bit late to the game here, but having loaded 10s of thousands of 38 and 357 loads on a Lee turret, priming on the press, the two most important things for fully seating primers for me have been (1) watch to be sure the case is still fully seated in case holder (can occasionally slip out...
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