The exposed portion of the bullet is the same diameter is the. Last bucket of split cases and 22 rimfire brass that i took in for salvage got docked abit because it needed to be demiled. Nov 16, 2015 so i decided to get all survivalist and take a shot at making my own. Not too long ago, during a reloading session down in my shop, i was looking at some. If you want the satisfaction of knowing you can make your own jacketed bullets from commonly found raw materials such as spent 22 cases, copper tubing from the hardware store, and scrap lead, then yes it is worth it. Swaging 223 bullets from 22lr brass with a blackmon swaging system chapter 2 making cores. These cases feature a uniform wall thickness and provide consistent weight and capacity. Swaging 223 bullets from 22lr brass with a blackmon. If you are chamfering the brass you should not be having that problem, or at least i dont and i do a lot of flat base bullets in both. I want a overall average, doesnt have to be a single session.
Longer, heavier jackets can be purchased readymade from corbin, or an optional 6mm jacket maker using 22 magnum cases can be ordered. Secure up to 100 rounds of handgun ammunition in this sturdy hardplastic case. The bullet mold handily has a cutout for crimping the bullet. An extra core seating punch is provided for use with the commercial jackets. A short overview of making a 22 lr case into a 223 bullet. Some guys dont do this, but i trim all of my cases to the same length after i size them on every reloading. Cartridge cases the foundation of hornady ammunition. Making 223 bullets from 22 rimfire cases oklahoma shooters. Got 40gn bullets for my 223 made from recycled 22lr brass.
This is the second bullet i use that is made from rf cases. You can even make your own jackets from common materials such as copper tubing, copper strip, or fired. I guess they either used lead wire or cast slugs, put them in the spent cases and then swaged them to form some really neat bullets. I looked for 15 minutes for the first casing without any luck locating it.
At hornady, brass is the foundation for what could be the most memorable shot of your lifetime. Aug 03, 2015 reloading brass cases ammoland gun news. Mixed head stamps and may contain both brass and nickel finish. Proudly serving our customers for over 40 years, midsouth shooters can supply you with your pistol and rifle ammunition, as well as all of your shooting and reloading supplies. Priming compound for your 22lr cartridges sits in the rim of the case.
Hornady 38 super comp unprimed brass cases 200 pack. I suggest, as was suggested before, that you are not chamfering the inside of the neck adequately. New polymer cased ammunition introduced by true velocity. An 6mm kit can also be ordered, kit243r, which makes 65 grain lead tip bullets using fired 22 cases. I start by washing the fired brass to remove any dirt and grit as well as make any remaining priming compound inert. They are made from reformed and trimmed 22lr cases. Making 223 bullets from 22 rimfire cases discussion in ammo. Internet says its an explosive projectile suited mostly for rodents and paper. When i went mountain biking with a group of friends i crashed plenty of times. In this fourminute video we examine the final step in the swaging process, point forming. Simultaneous fires in the iphone and xbox factories plunge humanity into global rioting. Wtb tools to make 22 bullets from 22 lr cases archive cast boolits. Mtm case gard acr12 ammo crate utility box dark earth.
Some guys dodid use the better 223 varmint bullets in 22 magnums years ago but they have a bigger bore and can handle them plus the weight was the same. Hard harder than lead solid bullets can be stamped a metal punch cuts a bullet. Making jacketed bullets with fired cartridge cases. Not only is it a useful tool to teach new shooters, but it is also economical to shoot. Cast the cores, lube the cores, size the cores, sort the. Apache junction, az there are several types of reloading brass cases and the handloader should be able to identify them and understand. You can make free 22 caliber centerfire bullets using recycled materials fired 22 cases and range lead or soft lead wheel weights using either your existing 7814 reloading press, or a corbin swage press. Thin jacket engraves more easily than factory bullets, less wear. Remington 223 ammo is available in bulk and in stock. Feb 16, 2016 maybe it is the case thickness of the. Theyd been reloaded a number of times and were ready to be discarded. Gebby, the little wildcat was lightyears ahead of the. The company has been making rounds since 1949, and now creates a huge selection of ammo supplies, including reloading bullets and empty brass cases.
When you push bullets more slowly, they dont push back so hard, making them. Really cant think of a good reason to produce it if it wont work decient in nonreloadable cases. As far as being worth your time and money, that depends upon who you ask. I was talking to the range master about what they did with the spent brass and he stated that they just sold it to a company that sorts them and sells them back to people. Coyotes are hunted and killed with everything from a 22lr to a 3006. They believed what i gave them had been made in the garage, and were appreciative. A gas check was not used due to lack of availability of correct gas checks.
The bullets are pulled from cci stinger rounds cases are stronger. I have used 40 and 45 gr 22 jacketed bullets and sized down 35 gr xtx 25auto bullets in a marlin 22lr bolt gun. Extra time and care is taken in the creation of our cases, producing smaller lots that meet strict quality standards. I know if sounds stupid but i have experimented with my reverse muzzle. They need to be cleaned inside and out to bare shiney brass. Reloaders all over the world know lapuas cartridge components. The laser round rattles around inside the barrel, making it so that you cannot. Jul 16, 2011 i guess speer used to make bullets out of. I think my redding ultramag press is sufficiently stout for the swaging process and the idea of being able to make my own jacketed.
It seems like it would be right up my ally and another way to save on reloading components. Image stabilization, range finder, ballistic calculator and ios and android apps. Protect medicines, first aid kits, lights, ammo, wallets, snacks, etc. I dont know if anyones tried this but can you reload a 22lr bullet into a remington.
I have some 223 bullets and i was wondering if there is a sizer of some sort i could push the bullets through with a press that would reduce them in diameter enough to work in the 22 lr rifle barrels. Oct 21, 2011 i have seen several results from these guys that are swageing their own bullets and they are amazing. Making 223 bullets from 22 rimfire cases page 2 oklahoma. The bullet band fits over the butt of your rifle and keeps extra ammo handy and always in reach. Because yelling will make you lose your voice, its important to carry a whistle just incase you get in a jam. This top pic isnt the best, but you can see what they look like before cleaning. We will be happy to answer any of your questions and ensure that you have the right supplies and. Trending price is based on prices over last 90 days. I have a friend who has loaded several 223 rounds using an rcbs mold.
They shoot sub moa with a little basic load development and terminal performance is very good. The kit makes it possible to produce high quality jacketed. Reload with 223 remington rifle brass at midsouth shooters. I saw somewhere, in last year or so, where someone was using spent brass pistol cases as jackets for rifle bullets. Making jacketed bullets from 22 rimfire cases shooters forum. I think my redding ultramag press is sufficiently stout for the swaging process and the idea of being able to make my own jacketed bullets is appealing to me. So i decided to get all survivalist and take a shot at making my own. Sep 05, 2012 this is the smallest target that i have ever attempted to shoot through. Tight wall concentricity delivers proper bullet seating in the case and in the chamber for great velocity and accuracy. May 08, 2018 the two most common bulletforming methods are casting and swaging. Making tcm brass out of 223 rem brass general brief overvi.
Hornady is one of the top names in the ammo industry. During a casting run for my 45 auto swc 200gr bullets i put it to good use. Is the widelyheld belief that win brass is harder than rem brass really true. Seat your bullets in one operation, and crimp separately. Sep 15, 2015 i have never thought of flaring the mouth. He used linotype metal and the casting weight is 55 gr. Wtb tools to make 22 bullets from 22 lr cases archive. Theres just to freaking many types and weights and brands to figure out. Does anybody here make their own jacketed bullets using cartridge cases.
Nov 30, 2009 we also sorted the cases by manufacturer as some had different weights. I thought that some of you would like to see the bullets ive made for my 22 hornet. The valkyrie can push long, slender bullets far beyond what the. The powder is contained in the case by a paper disc cut with a paper punch. Ive seen a few youtube videos and read the comments etc.
We are sure to have the perfect ammunition for every application. As one of many pointed out, the big difference is case diameter, not bore diameter. Corbin has a kit to swage 224 and 243 bullets using 22 rimfire cases and lead wire. True velocitys polymer cased design differs from previous polymercased composite ammunition in the use of a small metallic probably steel insert which provides the primer pocket and rim for the cartridge. Rimfire ammo case box 22 long rifle 17 hmr 17 mach 2. Thats why so many people choose to reload their spend. Brass cases are sorted, visually inspected, but not polished. A short overview of making a 22 lr case into a 223 bullet youtube. Swaging 223 bullets from 22lr brass with a blackmon swaging. Jun 09, 2012 the bullets also vary in size and shape. Cases and bullets matching ammunition components for reloaders. In the prior two issues we covered conversion kits that enabled the.
You may make jackes for 2 hrs one day, cores for an hour the next and swage for 1 12 the third or whatever. I have been looking into which bullets and reloading components to use and i am so confused, especially with bullets. The bullets worked well but it was a lot of work to make them. From varminting to long range target shooting, the. Oct 21, 20 ive seen a few youtube videos and read the comments etc. Nov 26, 2008 but i have to warn you, 224 bullets usually dont have very good accuracy in. In any case, with subsonic ammo, your rimfire will still be hard on game but. With a goodly quantity of bullets cast its time to insert one and crimp it in place.