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@Si B, sent you a PM

Thanks SiB I will look up my load data and send it to you. Scrummy

Lovely kit!

NORMA XTREME LR 22 | Norma (norma-ammunition.com) Norma have the "Xtreme" .22lr bullet but I'm guessing that might just be the packaging the RWS offering differently for the US market. Looks very similar and RWS / Norma are now linked. Scrummy

Also might be worth checking if Hornady is 5.56 / CIP commercial or SAAMI .223 Rem. Looking at Hornady's app, the 5.56 load for N140 and the 75gr ELD-M is 24.8

I'm not sure for clays cartridges you do. I'm going to try reloading for slug and I think perhaps for fancy non-tox you save money but given the volumes I think difficult. Scrummy

Hi folks, With Tin Star being discontinued and Trail Boss being long gone, I was wondering about a good "fluffy" powder for decent case fill in "plinking" applications. Turns out Reload Swiss are bringing out a powder called RS14 which will have an odd shape to give a high case proportion and it might well be here in the not too distant future. Here's some info from Reload Swiss: https://www.reload-swiss.com/en/reload_swiss/tipps___tricks/tipps_und_tricks_neu_1/einfuehrung_rs14/index.php "Introduction RS14 Dear Reload Swiss family, We are proud to announce there will be a new addition to our product family in the fourth quarter of 2022. The new powder has been named RS14 and is suitable for cartridges that were originally designed for black powder propellants (e.g. .45 Colt), for reduced loads (if the permissible muzzle energy at the shooting range is limited), for subsonic ammunition and for training situations with handguns where the aim is to shoot with reduced power, but still with a good filling level. What led us to accept this challenge? Some time ago now, we were told that it is proving increasingly difficult in Europe to get hold of a unique powder from a U.S. competitor. Apparently, this powder’s special feature is that you can almost always just about fill the case without worrying about excessive pressure. We were asked whether we could produce something similar. When we took a look at the benchmark powder, it turned out to be cut very thinly. This is done using a cutting technology that is not available to us in Wimmis. Besides the form of the powder, its very low bulk density of just a little over 300 g/l also impressed us. This is combined with a vivacity that, although high, is not exactly through the roof. Our thinking was that the low bulk density would require our powder to have an extremely high porosity, which would result in a much higher vivaciy than that of the U.S. powder. Only very late in the day did we notice the relatively low energy content. This naturally also reduces the vivacity. Armed with this knowledge, we launched an initial sample production operation at the end of September 2020. The two samples already represented a very good start at the time (in terms of bulk density, energy content and vivacity). The vivacity was even a little below the level we were aiming for. Following targeted adjustments to the manufacturing parameters and further sample production operations, the reference sample was mixed at the end of 2021 and will serve as a guideline for the product in the future. In 2022, we then obtained certifications, prepared the data sheet, drew up the safety data sheet, generated initial load data, spoke to the importers and provided initial samples for opinion-forming purposes. In terms of shape, you are primarily used to single-perforated powder and flake powder. With RS14, we are now introducing a T-shaped powder. Fear not – you barely see or notice the shape. Dispensing from standard dispensers is very uniform and reliable. What’s more, we have a great deal of experience with such powders in military applications. Consequently, they are only new in reloading applications. The first batch was produced some time ago and we are currently working on the second in order to ensure supplies. RS14 has a bulk density of approx. 320 g/l, an energy content of approx. 3,250 J/g and a vivacity just below the benchmark that has already been referred to several times. Overall, we come very close to the benchmark at the range. In our opinion, we have successfully kept our promise of producing something similar. And it goes without saying that the new powder is REACH-compliant. So, it’s now up to you to see what you think of our latest addition to the Reload Swiss family. We hope the powder helps you make lots of cartridges that bring you enjoyment and success. On behalf of the Reload Swiss Team Jan Krcmar Pascal Beer Urs Altorfer Dominik Antenen" And https://www.reload-swiss.com/en/reload_swiss/produkte/rs20_pistol_powder/rs14_rifle_pistol_powder/index.php "RS14 Rifle/Pistol Powder Uses RS14 has been developed specifically for the needs of Reload Swiss RS. Boasting a unique combination of minimal bulk density, low energy content and high vivacity, it is suitable for reduced loads, light cowboy action loads and subsonic loads for revolver and rifle calibres. Tips: Recommended load: Filling level of approx. 50% to 100% for all calibres. Lead or copper-plated bullets for handgun calibres. Self-loading guns: The self-loading function is not a given for all loadings and calibres. Standard calibres .38 Special .30-30 Win. .338 Lapua Mag .357 Mag. .308 Win. .375 H&H Mag. .44 Special .30-06 Spring. .444 Marlin .44 Mag. .300 Win. Mag. .45-70 Govt. .44-40 Win. 7,5 × 55 Swiss .458 Win. Mag. .45 ACP 7.62 x 54 R .50 Browning .45 Colt 8 x 51 R Lebel .500 S&W Mag. 8 x 57 IS Packaging units 400 g can Powder type RS14 is a porous, extruded, nitrocellulose-based propellant powder. Safe service life If properly stored, the propellant powder remains safe to use for up to ten years. Verification tolerances Batch-to-batch tolerance: v5 ±12 m/s pmax ±250 bar Key characteristics Heat of explosion approx. 3,200 J/g Bulk density approx. 320 g/l Length x width x height approx. 1.2 x 1.1 x 0.8 mm Thickness approx. 0.3 mm"

Hi Folks, Anyone have any experience with Rusan Weaver / Pic QD rings? Scrummy

I still need to try and get the 60gr TMKs shooting but have high hopes given your experience with the 69gr

I have some N165 to try with heavy bullets in my 7x64. Would you recommend a magnum primer? Best wishes, Scrummy

On Pigeon Watch there's a thread called the "Pump Club" Pump Club - Page 136 - Guns & Equipment - Pigeon Watch Forums They might be able to help. Scrummy

Gunstar I reckon better for pumps than Guntrader in many cases. Guns for sale - Gunstar Scrummy

I had same issues with Rem 9.5s... Junk

My further question is, how do you know your die hasn't moved...?

You need a micrometer to check lengths. Also I would say with 69gr pointy bullets you are approaching the limit of what your 1:9 twist barrel will stabilise. Have fun with some load development!