I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

[Placebo]

I am just starting to get into reloading and have been firing Hornady 168 to build my brass up. I was given about 60 remmington cases that had 180 grain rds in it. Are cases cases when it comes to reloading. I mean if I load 168 SMK BTHP in these cases that were loaded with 180 grain bullets would it be a prob.
Thanks so much for your help in advance.
P

 

[idpasteve]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

The brass won't care...
Just make sure to FL size if
they weren't fired from your rifle

Steve

 

[Placebo]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

thanks so much

 

[Howie Feltersnatch]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

There is a difference between military and commercial cases in regards to pressure. If you're using military brass you are going to want to reduce the charge by about 10% (IIRC) because the brass is thicker so more pressure is built up vs. commercial cases. Other than that you'll be good to go!

 

[recurry]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

Hey Placebo,

No such thing as a dumb question with respect to reloading - safety first, ego last. The brass doesn't care what weight the bullet is, as long as the caliber is right.

Cheers,

Russ

 

[JCH]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

just make sure you use the same brand. Don't mix Winchester and Remington etc...

 

[josephberry]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

probably wouldn't hurt to get yourself a reloading manual and read it.

 

[yoterunner]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

for starting out, and just getting going mixed cases will be ok to use, however when you go to perfecting things and using chrono, worried about sub-moa groups you will want to make sure everything you can control (case, ammo and dimensions/weights) are all the same. Just my opinion and experience!

 

[vman]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jdberry</div><div class="ubbcode-body">probably wouldn't hurt to get yourself a reloading manual and read it. </div></div>

+1 reloading manuals are good and reading them helps prevent nasties from happening.

 

[samnev]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

Bras will handle both projos with out any problems. I've used a number of different bullet weights in determining which shoots best with no noticable effect on the brass. I find Lapua brass has the greatest longevity then Winchester and last Remington.

 

[Placebo]

Re: I know its a dumb ? but really could use a answer

Thanks everyone on the help and input. I have been reading Lee Modern Reloading 2nd edition but just never seemed to find the answer to that particular question.

Thanks again