If you've arrived at this page, you may be thinking about reloading .50-70 (.50-70 Government). Perhaps you've recently acquired a Springfield Trapdoor, Spencer, or perhaps a Rolling Block rifle in .50-70 Government and you may be wondering how you're ever going to shoot that thing. A reasonable first question that should come before that is...
Category: Reloading
Reloading is estimated to be practiced by roughly 12% of all firearms users. Some reload to save money (over time, after you get over the initial investment of getting set up), others reload to build cartridges that are no longer commercially available. Still others realize that reloading also allows the user to adapt their ammunition to suite specific shooting scenarios, weapons, and preferences, enhancing accuracy, consistency, and performance. Adjusting factors such as the powder charge, bullet weight, and seating depth, enabling a level of personalization that factory-loaded ammunition does not provide. This level of precision and customization not only improves overall firearm efficacy but also deepens the user’s understanding and mastery of their weapon. That and it’s just plain fun!
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Ammo Daddy Press: Hand-Building Paper Shotgun Shells
If you're a shotgun enthusiast or a seasoned reloader looking for a unique and rewarding experience, hand-building paper shotgun shells could be your next project. The process involves using a specialized reloading press like the Ammo Daddy to craft your own shotgun ammunition with paper hulls. In this article, we'll dive into the fascinating world...
Bullet Shapes: An Exploration of Massive Impact
The diversity in bullet shapes and materials is a testament to the advancements in ammunition technology and the specificity of needs across different shooting applications. The bullet's design influences its trajectory, penetration, range, and overall ballistics performance. In this extensive analysis, we explore various bullet shapes, including full metal jacket, hollow point, open tip match,...
What is depriming and how do I do it?
"Depriming" refers to the process of removing the spent primer from a used cartridge case. The primer is a small charge that ignites the gunpowder in the cartridge. Once a cartridge has been fired, the spent primer must be removed and replaced during the reloading process. The following describes depriming with a reloading press. See...