First time reloading on my own

[sirgilligan]

First time ever reloading on my own. Setup the Rock Chucker Supreme. Resized three .30-06 cases using small base dies to shoot in a Browning BAR. Trimmed cases to proper length. Then deburred/chamferred the cases and cleaned the primer pocket.

Used:

RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme Press
RCBS Small Base Dies
RCBS Case Trimmer
RCBS Lube Pad and Case Lube
Lyman E-Zee case gage
Lyman Case Prep Multi Tool

[Bullitt01]

Cool.......and?

[sirgilligan]

It wasn't as stressful as I had anticipated. No problems at all.

Things I didn't expect:

Adjusting the die's decapping pin so it wasn't protruding too much.
On the down stroke I didn't expect any resistance, and it moved freely, then there was some pressure on the lever, then it moved freely again.

[highpower790]

Good things happen when you read the book and understand what is taking place!

[baih777]

did you check the cases with a case guage or check to see if the empty case will fit into your chamber ?
there is a reloading section here.

[sirgilligan]

I have read and re-read, watched youtube videos, and when I was back home last time my brother loaded a few rounds and let me do three or so.

I checked the cases with a case gauge and then with calipers too. I haven't tried to chamber one yet, since it is a Browning Semi-Auto I am not sure what to do, you can't ease it forward and feel like you can with a bolt action.

[highpower790]

I have read and re-read, watched youtube videos, and when I was back home last time my brother loaded a few rounds and let me do three or so.

I checked the cases with a case gauge and then with calipers too. I haven't tried to chamber one yet, since it is a Browning Semi-Auto I am not sure what to do, you can't ease it forward and feel like you can with a bolt action.

Insert cartridge into chamber to feel if there is any sticking.

[cudakidd]

Now you're hooked! Congrats!

[sirgilligan]

Insert cartridge into chamber to feel if there is any sticking.

Okay. I am using small base dies if I didn't say so already.

[highpower790]

Okay. I am using small base dies if I didn't say so already.

Perfect..Many will say small base dies arent neceesary,my opinion is in a semi and especially one with a tight match chamber is that its definately a plus .You dont want any stopages when the shots neeed to count.All the small base die does is squeeze the case head a little more.

[stormvet]

Good for you, I have been using a rock chucker for twenty years. Never felt the need to upgrade or go multi. It has paid for itself a hundred times over plus.

[sammy]

It is a great feeling, making your own ammo. Testing new loads and shrinking groups is very rewarding.

Sammy

[Oceanbob]

Yep, it's all downhill from here, cash flow wise....

Welcome to the addition......

[357magnum]

Congrats on reloading.
You will always learn more and new stuff as time goes on.
Keep up on loading manuals and related reading stuff, as well as the internet.
Good luck, stay safe and have fun.

[Divernhunter]

Enjoy the hobby