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I used to think that the higher the grain weight the better for a "Defense" load. I then came across a Cor-Bon 90 grain that was advertised as an excellent weight for a defensive load. Now I am a bit confused... what should I be looking for (grain weight wise) when it comes to home defense...

I know that my handgun has to be spec'ed to handle +P and/or +P+ ... if it does, will I be able to reload those cartridges (in 9mm caliber)? Or are these "specialty" items that are purchase only? CC

Can I safely replace my Hoppe's Lubricating Oil with 3-in-1 multipurpose oil? Thanks folks. CC

I know there are a bunch of handgun magazines out there, but I have no clue which one(s) are of good quality. My interest in subscribing to one spiked when I read a few people on this forum refer to "American Handgunner". I was hoping to get some recommendations :) CC

Do you have have any practice methods that you use when going to the range or do you just go to burn off rounds and try to improve marksmanship? I have been going to a local indoor range for 2-3 months now at about 3 times a week average. I burn approximately 100 rounds per visit. Most of my...

I have had the Lee Classic Turret reloading machine and I have been reloading 9mm ammo for about 3-4 months. The Lee is my first reloader and I really like it, although I am planning on purchasing a Dillon in the next 6 months to a year. The problem I am having happens in the final...

What do you practice with at the handgun range... one eye open (dominant/towards the primary hand) or both eyes open? CC

Is the term snubbie applied only to Smith & Wesson revolvers? What size/criteria does the definition have to fit? CC

So far I have a Sig P226 9mm (full size semi), and a CZ 75 D PCR 9mm (compact) coming tomorrow. Well, to add variety to my collection I want the third pistol to be a revolver. It will be used at range and (hopefully not) for home defense. Should my first revolver be a 38 special or a 357...

Does anyone know what exactly comes in a new box of CZ 75 D PCR ? Thanks as always folks. CC

My dealer was getting ready to place an order for a "CZ 75 D PCR Compact" and sent me this link to see if it was the correct one before finalizing order. After careful look I am not sure... Here is dealer link: http://consumer.gzanders.com/ (then enter GCP110AB in search box) Here is...

This thread is part of my reasearch on which CCW weapon to purchase. Being relatively new to this field, I ask that you bear with me if my question seems redundant. If you have strong Pro or Con feeling towards any of these handguns, please mention.

My first (and only) handgun so far is the Sig P226 full size pistol, which I love dearly. It is a 9mm caliber. I am getting ready to purchase my second handgun and would appreciate any recommendation. Here is what I am thinking... initially I was considering a Beretta 92FS but decided against...

Not sure which die (I am using the 4 die set from Lee) is causing this, but after crimping the external case is coming out kinda dirty. First I though some lubrication may have entered one of the dies, but now I am thinking that maybe it is some powder that is getting smudged in the dies. Is...

Are squibs in handguns (concerning reloaded ammo) only caused by absence of powder, or extremely low amount of powder? CC

1. About how long do you run (approximately 200 brass cases) in your tumbler? 2. How often do you replace the cleaning media for the tumbler? Thanks folks. CC

As a beginner reloader, after buying everything (except the bullets) I need to make my first batch, I was stomped again to notice that bullets come with a hallow base vs flat base ! :uhoh: What is the difference between the two? If it matters, I am reloading for a Sig P226, 9mm 115 grain, to...

Traditionally I think most people just tumble brass then do the whole reloading process. My thinking is that since after depriming you see all the black junk buildup in the primer area, tumbling after depriming may have it's advantage by cleaning the primer pocket. How do you do your tumbling...

The Lee Classic Turret I purchased came with a 4 die set described as "Includes carbide sizing and factory crimp dies, powder thru expander die, and bullet seating die". I know carbide dies do not need lubing, so in my case will I have to be concerned with lubing the cases... or since the...

For my first reloader, I just got the Lee Classic Turret Press after hearing good things about it. I would like to mount the press on something mobile, since I have about 3 different desks I want to use it on at different occasions. I am considering bolting it to a free floating board that I...