Chamfering brass refers to the process of beveling the inside and/or outside edge of a casing mouth. This process is done for a few key reasons: Ease of Bullet Seating: Using a chamfer tool helps ensure that the bullet can be seated smoothly into the casing. The beveled edge guides the bullet into the casing,...
The Model 1848 Belgian Carbine: A Forgotten Pioneer of Firearms Technology
The mid-19th century was a time of extraordinary innovation in firearms design, marked by the shift from flintlock to percussion ignition, the emergence of rifling in military arms, and the widespread adoption of more efficient and reliable weaponry. While many firearms of this period gained historical recognition, the so-called Model 1848 Belgian Carbine remains an...
The Starr Carbine
The Starr Carbine: A Revolutionary Cavalry Weapon of the American Civil War The Starr Carbine remains one of the most significant firearms of the American Civil War, representing a transitional period in firearm technology where breechloading systems began replacing traditional muzzleloaders. Issued primarily to Union cavalry regiments, the Starr Carbine provided a faster rate of...
What are gas checks?
Gas checks are small metal cups or discs that are attached to the base of a cast lead bullet. It is designed to prevent the hot gases and pressures generated during the firing process from melting or deforming the base of the bullet. When reloading lead bullets for high-velocity or magnum cartridges, the bullet may...