Jun 29, 2024 · I would like to experiment with some neck sized loads before buying neck sizing dies for various cartridges. I will be starting with 223 and using RCBS FL dies. What is the best …

Nov 26, 2014 · A 40-90 Sharps Bottleneck has a case length of 2 5/8" A 40-90 Sharps Straight has a case length of 3 1/4" (There is conflicting information as to whether this cartridge was an …

Dec 12, 2021 · Share This Discussion Similar threads Best Methods To Neck Size Bottleneck Case With FL Sizing Die?

Aug 7, 2021 · Like TTSX said, no issues with that dent; the first few times I reloaded bottleneck cartridges I had some cases with dimples all the way around the shoulder from too much …

Nov 16, 2025 · There were two basic German "8mm" bottleneck cartridges. It started out as a .318 groove diameter, which is now referred to "J bore." Actually, the old German script capital …

Jan 21, 2025 · Just got off the phone with them. Huntington Die Specialties is going out of business, a sad time for sure. They do have a limited supply of some Woodleigh bullets. Of …

Apr 30, 2019 · To crimp, or not to crimp, that is the question. I just started loading my own 223 tonight and it is intended for use with my semi-auto AR rifles. I have 100 rounds ready to go. I …

Aug 18, 2022 · I always liked the .357 sig in theory because the bottleneck cartridge should feed better than a straight wall ( or even slightly tapered) case. Unfortunately, that round never …

Nov 26, 2024 · Rifle or pistol? If rifle I would think your better off increasing velocity by increasing powder charge, which means seating deeper shouldn't interfere with case volume. On a …

Apr 3, 2020 · 450 head spaces off the neck of the case (bottleneck case in picture). If the chamber is cut wrong the neck of the case might show signs of damage or look like it's getting …