vaalpens
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I think we all do this sometimes. We buy a new gun just to be able to start reloading a new cartridge.
For me it is not just reloading a new cartridge, but also scratching and itch and filling a niche.
I have always wanted to reload 380 Auto and needed to fill me pocket carry need.
Yesterday I finally decided that it is time and I ordered a Ruger LCP Max Elite, 380 Auto.
I have not received the Ruger yet, but I definitely had to start preparing to create some reloads. Following are all the task and purchases I need to make for this new cartridge:
For me it is not just reloading a new cartridge, but also scratching and itch and filling a niche.
I have always wanted to reload 380 Auto and needed to fill me pocket carry need.
Yesterday I finally decided that it is time and I ordered a Ruger LCP Max Elite, 380 Auto.
I have not received the Ruger yet, but I definitely had to start preparing to create some reloads. Following are all the task and purchases I need to make for this new cartridge:
- New pistol (ordered and on the way)
- New dies (I have ordered the Lee 380 Auto 4 die set. $78. Not cheap anymore)
- 380 Auto cases. I have just over a 150, should be good for now, but will need more.
- Decapped the cases already and will need to send them through my cleaning process.
- Probably will need new plastic containers (1 x range brass, 1 x ready for clean brass, 1 x ready for load brass)
- I have some 115gr bullets, but will probably need some 80-95gr bullets for the 380 Auto
- Load research
- I have plenty different powders that should work in 380 Auto, so no need to buy any new powders
- I have plenty primers, so no new primers will be needed
- My load data spreadsheet will have to be updated to add the new cartridge
- I have some printed case sorting pages, will need to create one for 380 Auto
- Need to decide if I am going to buy any factory 380 Auto ammo, or just go with reloads.
- I can probably use my 9mm reloading trays for now, but will probably need to get a couple for the 380 Auto
- I also need to get an additional quick change turret for my Lee Classic Turret. (ordered for $14.89)
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