Notalentbum
Expert
Years ago I got into reloading for my precision rifles and bulk reloading for my ARs. I’ve been on a break for about 4 years from reloading and just recently got started back up. I never really loaded any pistol rounds but have kept all my brass and bought a good supply of components and hardware for pistol reloading. I just finished depriming several thousand cases in 9, .40 and .45. I’m waiting on a couple items to be delivered so I can proceed with the process. I got to thinking about what loads I want for each caliber. I’m loading for essentially plinking/practice stuff. I have a combination of lead and jacketed projectiles so I’m sure I’ll have to allow for that. I’m just wondering what I need to consider when working up powder loads for these rounds.
I was thinking I’d just pick a powder weight somewhere in the middle of the recommended load for the bullet I’m using and call it good. Also considering loading maybe 50 at that load and go test it in my pistols to make sure everything functions properly. What else should I do before loading up everything I have till I run out of components?
Thanks, Matt
I was thinking I’d just pick a powder weight somewhere in the middle of the recommended load for the bullet I’m using and call it good. Also considering loading maybe 50 at that load and go test it in my pistols to make sure everything functions properly. What else should I do before loading up everything I have till I run out of components?
Thanks, Matt