Why you should reload shotshells, getting started reloading shotshells, information on shotshell hulls. The lyman shotshell reloading handbook lyman publications. After clicking on the above link, either click the picture of the guide on the right, or click the red button to access the manual. The information displayed on this site, including ballistic data, was derived from tightly controlled laboratory conditions. Mec hunting gun shot shell reloading presses for sale ebay. The level of adjustability on the mayville is hard to match and thats what gives. Shotshell reloading supplies for all of your shotgun reloading needs. Nra shotgun shell reloading best gun range nyc and nj. This handbook is ideal for both beginning and advanced shotshell reloaders. Do you need to reference the owners manual for your mec shotshell reloader. Reloading items 1 to 86 availability new products best matches price low to high price high to low most popular top sellers product name a z product name z a.
About the only affordable way for the average guy to support a steady clay target shooting hobby is to reload. This information and data may vary considerably depending on many factors, including the components used, component assembly, the type of firearm used, reloading techniques, safety precautions practiced, etc. Adjustable from the standard 2 34 shell, up to 3 inch shell. Budget shooter supply shotshell reloading components. This manual covers a variety of different topics including.
I would also suggest that you get a reloading manual and read it before tackling shotgun shells. A list of shotshell reloading supplies might include claybuster wads, cheddite primers and the appropriate smokeless powder. But lymans 5th is vintage 2007 and may not have data for powders such as 2028 and 300 mp that have come on the market since. The lyman 5th edition shotshell reloading handbook is a great reloading manual for anyone looking for highquality information and data on shotshell reloading. If you like speed with your steel shot, this is the manual for you. We are your source when you want to do precision reloading. There are two different kinds of progressive presses out there, the auto index in the manual. This new 5th edition covers cases, wads and primers currently offered by leading manufacturers in all gauges from. The manual features more than 2,000 reloading recipes and other features such as. Annual reloading manual is a softcover magazinestyle reloading book that is updated yearly and contains a few articles on. Hulls, wads, reloaders, shot, ammunition and accessories.
We are your source when you want precision in your reloading. The complete reloading manual for the 12 gauge shotshell. Prevents powder and shot from compacting or clogging. With almost 6,000 load recipes, our reloading manuals detail the stepbystep processes of handloading highperformance and specialized shotshells. Claybuster shotshell reloading wads midsouth shooters supply. Rcbs handbook of shotshell reloading reloading manual. Builtin primer catcher with an easytoempty door right up front. They feature our laboratorytested recipe sections and almost forty years of industry experience.
Reloading data for shotgun gauge 16 gauge alliant data. If you need additional assistance, please dont hesitate to send us a request from the contact us page. Recesses at every station for speedy shell positioning. With almost 6000 load recipes, our reloading manuals detail the stepbystep processes of handloading highperformance and specialized shotshells. With over 230 pages devoted to nothing but data, this lyman shotshell reloading handbook is the most complete and uptodate shotshell reloading manual. Put a bead on shotgun reloading data find what you need in six easy steps. The large variety of components available means you can tailor. An expanded nontoxic data section contains howtoload instructions for steel, bismuth and hevishot. Then select your shell, load type, shot weight, powder manufacturer and powder type. This guide is offered to be used at your own discretion and risk. These presses are able to do this because numerous tasks can be accomplished with just one pull of the handle. It is ideal for different shooters as you just can quickly adjust it to suit 3 or 2.
If you are looking specifically for shotshell data, you will need to scroll down a bit until you get. It is a great tool for steel loading as it is inexpensive, durable and partsaccessories are readily available. The first step in shotshell reloading is to inspect your hulls for flaws. Put a bead on shotgun reloading data hodgdon reloading.
The sites feature another large pdf with shotshell data. Five best reloading books every ammunition reloader needs. The inside of the shotgun shell determines the case capacity. If youre unsure, or just want options, check as many boxes as youd like. This is where to find all your reloading components. Brass shell data 12 gauge hodgdon data 12 gauge hodgdon slug data.
Using a shotshell reloader, like a mec reloader for example, shotshell hulls can be filled with your choice of components, from the size of the lead shot to which type of wads and what primer brand is used. The complete reloading manual for the 12 gauge shotshell paperback january 1, 2000 by hornady author 3. One point that should be made is that solo 1500 is an excellent slowrate shotshell powder, but the scot people recommend different wad seating pressures for each respective reload. Table of contents page important safety instructions. The rcbs handbook of shotshell reloading is a must have manual for the shotshell reloader. Reloading steel shotshells the basics nodak outdoors.
I purchased this manual to gain more info on shotshell reloading that i felt the other manuals like the lyman manual were lacking. The progressive shotgun press is preferred by many because it makes the reloading process a lot faster. Our machines are made in the usa right here in americas heartland. I started reloading shotshells primarily because i shoot 28 gauge and. You are able to do numerous tasks with the same pole of the handle. Click on the name of your machine model below to open an electronic copy. Not only shell after shell, but also year after year. Contains over 25 loads with velocities greater than 1537 fps. The mayville 410 shotshell reloader is an easy to use single stage shotshell press. The scot manual covers basic rifle and handgun reloads, the shotshell powders also serving in the metallics for pistol use. Premium buckshot is cold swaged using lead alloy hardened with antimony to prevent deformities. There are two types of progressive shotgun presses. It covers cases, wads and primers currently offered by all leading manufacturers in all gauges from. We have conversions kits from mec and lee, along with shotgun primers and reloading books.
I know that i have heard that you can aquire manuals from hornady by calling, but, are these the real manuals that came with the reloader, that tell you everything about them, or are the people i have been listening too just refering to parts list on the website. The 5th edition shotshell reloading handbook from lyman is the most current and complete manual on the market. Regardless the gauge or type of shot, we have shotshell components to fill your shotgun reloading needs. It also has reloading data for pistol and rifle loads. Total ratings 14, mec 8567n grabber 12 gauge progressive reloading press reloader. From buckshot to wadding, midsouth has you covered for all of your shot shell reloading needs.
See all 3 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The latest in reloading, straight to your inbox keep uptodate on new products, trends and tips from the leader in reloading. Mec shotgun reloading equipment has earned the trust and loyalty of generations of customers f rom children to seniors and the casual hobbyist to the competitive shooter. Shotshell reloading is a great way to finetune your shotgun loads and save money. Good name for this manual, the information and load data will definetly give you the advantage over the factory loaded stuff. Tips and techniques from the pros at mec will make your loading sessions more productive. Tom roster, an authority on shotshell ballistics, has developed this 24 page manual to help shotshell reloaders produce the best patterning lead and bismuth. This guide is not intended to be a how to manual for reloading, and we strongly recommend that all handloaders carefully read one or more of the reloading manuals which cover the subject in detail. A modern hull has a certain lifespan and, barring some specific injury being stepped on, for instance it. Highly recommend if you are considering getting into this kind of reloading. Reloading information and data for shotgun gauges select from the following to view its load listing. Why you should reload shotshells, getting started reloading shotshells, information on shotshell hulls, wads, primers, powders. The data in the lyman manual is more expansive than the data in the alliant data guide.
Powder left in the reloaders powder measure hoppers for extended periods, overnight or several days, should be avoided. With over 230 pages devoted to nothing but data, this newest lyman shotshell reloading handbook is the most complete and uptodate shotshell reloading manual available. The alliant loading data generally pairs hulls and wads of the same manufacturer such that data showing say a rem hull with any primer other than a rem primer is sparse. Consult a reloading manual to know how much powder you should use when reloading shotgun shells. One of the most common shot shell loaders out there is the mec 600 jr. It includes all of the most popular powders from alliant, hodgdon, accurate, imr, vihtavuori, ramshot, and winchester. Owners manuals for shotshell reloaders mec outdoors. Total ratings 1, mec sizemaster shotshell reloading press cast iron 812028. This book has everything needed to reload shotgun shells. Students will receive the nra guide to reloading handbook, the basic reloading student exam, a course completion certificate, nra gun safety rules brochure, a basic firearm. Lyman shotshell reloading manual5th edition brownells. Since 1955, mayville engineering company has been designing, building and servicing the best shotgun shell reloaders in the world. Mec 600 jr mark v single stage shotshell reloading press 12 gauge 844712.
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