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Best first reloading book
rcoane
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I am new to reloading. I'm going to be reloading for my 223 howa varmint 24"bal, 243 ruger 77 22" brl, 22-250 rem 788 24" brl, 270 rem 700 24" brl, and 25-06 custum mauser 26" brl. I have been given a pacific multi power press and equipment. I'm a hunter of deer and pigs, but I enjoy very long range shooting for coyotes and jack rabbits. I do target shot but Im not into bench shooting. I plan on loading barnes led free bullets because we have led free zones in my area. Could you guys help me with one good first reloading book to help me get started.
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There's your answer, get the Barnes manual.
Barnes bullets, even more so than the other manfactures, require their own data
"More books is always better."
No truer statement could be made with regard to reloading. You can never have too many books that contain information about reloading and cartridges.
Each reloading manual whether specific or general will contain a huge amount of information about the process itself. Be sure to take the time to read the other chapters in a manual.
The choice of the Barnes manual is obviously correct. Unless you have reloaded previously, you might consider getting a couple of the introductory books which have great details about the process and function of the various parts.
I always suggest the Book:
ABC's of Reloading
http://www.usedreloaders.com/reloadshop/books-3375301-0896896099-Abcs_Of_Reloading_The_Definitive_Guide_For_Novice_To_Expert.html
Once you have a good handle on the process, it never hurts to add to your library of reloading manuals. Be aware that there is a tremendous amount of information available online as well. Be sure to check the source of the online information as opinions vary a great deal.
Best.
When I first started, I was told "it was all the same" Then the old guy in the gun shop took me aside and gave me a pile of reload books from powder books to bullets, go study and bring the books back.
After a few weeks of reading I came back in confused and frustrated and I exclaimed "They are not all the same were in the hell do I start!" All I got was a big smile and he said "Welcome to reloading"
"Bullets and powders are not created equal"
That's the best advice I have ever gotten. It's also made me a safer reloader to boot.
Most (all?) Barnes slugs are solid Gilding Metal, not the GM jacket and lead core construction of most bullets. This is the main reason for using the data provided by Barnes instead of "general" data.
Reddnek
Most (all?) Barnes slugs are solid Gilding Metal, not the GM jacket and lead core construction of most bullets. This is the main reason for using the data provided by Barnes instead of "general" data.
IIRC Barnes bullets are 100% copper, with the exception of the MRX, Varmint Grenade, and the original![:D] You can't go wrong with lots of data books! Too much information is better than too little!