First batch of 7.62x54r

[PhillyB]

Finally got the first batch done!

Stuff used
Brass: once fired PPU
Bullets: Midway USA "seconds", 180gr .311 (aka 303 Brit) SPJ, same as surplus ammo dia
Primers: Remington large rifle
Powder: 43.5gr IMR4895

No crimp applied, seated to 3.00 inches (give or take).

Next stop, rifle range!

 

[Bhugo]

Looks good! Have fun

 

[Ad Astra]

Good for you! I need to start loading x54 ... And .303.

AA

 

[noelekal]

Now that's the proper way to do 7.62X54R! Hand load for it.

I have a set of reloading dies for the Mosin Nagant here, but never have loaded a batch.

 

[PhillyB]

Now that's the proper way to do 7.62X54R! Hand load for it.

I have a set of reloading dies for the Mosin Nagant here, but never have loaded a batch.

Other than some sticky cases while re-sizing, it was dead easy. If they're Lee dies, get a .311 sizer/decapper.