Test Mule?

[luchador768]

I just started reloading .223 for my AR's. I decided to use my Del-Ton franken-AR a a test mule for my first reloads. I don't want to blow up my Noveske or BCM rifles.

Anyone else do this?

[Agustav]

No...

[luchador768]

I guess I'm being overly cautious. My first 50 rounds had zero issues, I just don't 100% trust my set up yet.

[bigdawg86]

I started reloading 223 (first attempt at reloading ever) about 2 weeks before I even completed my first AR... I shot PMC 55gr first to ensure the gun worked, then went straight to my reloads with zero issues.
Just start with the milder charged rounds and work your way on up until you find "your recipe".

[luchador768]

Right now I'm useing 55gr fmj 23gr of AA2230 with a CCI #41 primer. Cases trimmed to 1.75in. So far so good. I need to borrow a chrono to see how well I'm doing. The load is accurate, 1.5-1.75in at 50 yards with irons.