Please help with copper ammo for .308 Win Mdl 70 1:12

[SumTingWong]

So I've got a couple questions that I know are off topic for my thread, but I like the vibe here, so gonna ask anyway

1) If I decide to get into reloading, roughly (I know everyone's work space is different) how big an area would I need to set aside to do it safely? I'm trying to judge the WAF (Wife Acceptance Factor).
2) What are the bigger ticket items needed, like over $100. I've seen the Hornady loaders for about $450(ish).

I know these are broad questions, but just looking for a general idea. Since I've never seen the process in person, I'm not sure what questions to ask yet.

 

[Poppadoer]

So I've got a couple questions that I know are off topic for my thread, but I like the vibe here, so gonna ask anyway

1) If I decide to get into reloading, roughly (I know everyone's work space is different) how big an area would I need to set aside to do it safely? I'm trying to judge the WAF (Wife Acceptance Factor).
2) What are the bigger ticket items needed, like over $100. I've seen the Hornady loaders for about $450(ish).

I know these are broad questions, but just looking for a general idea. Since I've never seen the process in person, I'm not sure what questions to ask yet.

Just type in reloading for beginners and read up on all the things you can and then get with someone to show you with hands on experience.It's not rocket science but the main thing is safety.Never get in a hurry or distracted when reloading.Being that you will need a reloading manual anyway if you decide to start,it will explain step by step the basics and with illustrations in the book.You will see.Good luck to you.Never be afraid to ask questions.

 

[Frog4aday]

Funny you ask about reloading as this 'sale' just popped in my e-mail today and I thought "That's a smoking deal!" If I was just getting started, this would be the way to get just about everything you need for a really good price. Plus it's RCBS, which is good product for the money. $269.99
https://www.natchezss.com/rcbs-rock-chucker-supreme-master-reloading-kit-with-m500-scale.html

Pappadoer gives great advice - you need a dedicated space for your setup. Somewhere you won't get distracted and your 'stuff' won't get messed with by anyone else. You need about 2 to 3 feet of 'bench space' where you can bolt the press and have your supplies on the bench next to it. Then a place to store your powder, primers, dies, and such stuff; perhaps just a shelf over the bench. Really, it doesn't take up a lot of space, but it should be away from heat, humidity, open flame, overspray from oils and out of the sun (UV and heat breaks down things.)

There are several 'threads' already on this forum that cover reloading ad naseum. Use the search function at the top of the page and you'll get tons of info. If you are from CA, reloading makes a ton of sense. You can 'make your own' and not have to deal with the gov't to buy ammo.

 

[LVJ76]

You can get a great book at the link below, it's by Nathan Foster.

https://www.ballisticstudies.com/shop/The+Practical+Guide+to+Reloading.html

There are also other books you can get from him to help you learn about long range shooting and hunting. You can browse the website and learn tons.

 

[LVJ76]

Funny you ask about reloading as this 'sale' just popped in my e-mail today and I thought "That's a smoking deal!" If I was just getting started, this would be the way to get just about everything you need for a really good price. Plus it's RCBS, which is good product for the money. $269.99
https://www.natchezss.com/rcbs-rock-chucker-supreme-master-reloading-kit-with-m500-scale.html
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Pappadoer gives great advice - you need a dedicated space for your setup. Somewhere you won't get distracted and your 'stuff' won't get messed with by anyone else. You need about 2 to 3 feet of 'bench space' where you can bolt the press and have your supplies on the bench next to it. Then a place to store your powder, primers, dies, and such stuff; perhaps just a shelf over the bench. Really, it doesn't take up a lot of space, but it should be away from heat, humidity, open flame, overspray from oils and out of the sun (UV and heat breaks down things.)

There are several 'threads' already on this forum that cover reloading ad naseum. Use the search function at the top of the page and you'll get tons of info. If you are from CA, reloading makes a ton of sense. You can 'make your own' and not have to deal with the gov't to buy ammo.

This is a great set up. I have something similar, its a single stage press, except I would go with a digital powder scale.

 

[SumTingWong]

I'm doing some food product development at home so, oddly, I already have a balance (electronic lab scale) that measures fractions of grains...

 

[jlreff]

Reloading would be the way to go but the Barnes factory ammo shoots very well. I myself have reloaded and shot Barnes bullets for twenty years now. I have one gun that shoots the tax but not the TTSX. If you talk to Barnes they'll steer you toward the 165 or lighter. Their design is geared toward the 30-06 and 308. You'll probably have better luck with the 165 TTSX or t s x with your twist rate. Call Barnes and talk to ty he'll steer you in the right direction.

 

[SumTingWong]

One of my best friend's dad reloads here in San Diego. I just spoke with him, and he's gonna show me the procedure, to see if I want to get into it. My wife thinks I don't need another hobby, aside from fishing, motorcycles, etc, but since we live in CA, it's an easy justification, lol.

 

[jlreff]

Mine says the same thing then tells me go to the shop and reload. It's a addicting hobby I now have a building leased just for my reloading.

 

[SumTingWong]

That's taking it to a different level.

 

[Wendet]

Does anyone shoot the Hornady GMX full boar ammo have had really good luck and accuracy with pigs haven't tried elk or deer butt most have been through and through out to 300 yards or so. Just looking for other opinions

 

[Frog4aday]

Wendet,
I haven't used the GMX yet and was wondering how 'field reports' were on that bullet. Through and through is good. I'm a BIG fan of complete penetration. When you put a hole all the way through, you are more likely to hit something vital and get a blood trail since there are two holes in the animal. Do you find your barrel copper fouls faster, or no real difference?