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[jakebrake]

Ok I am looking into getting into reloading.I have wanted to do it for decades but finely have the time.My question is.Is it harder to reload for a semi auto than say a Bolt action.And if so why thanx.

 

[dig]

Welcome to the addiction! No real difference, you could argue full lenght vs. neck sizing etc. . . but not much difference at all. The Sierra book lists seperate charges for autoloaders.

 

[boomtube]

"Is it harder to reload for a semi auto than say a Bolt action.And if so why"

Normally there is no difference in the loading methods.

 

[diriel]

The only HUGE difference is a Semi Auto tends to eat through a Heck of a Lot More Ammo. And if that semi happens to be 223... do yourself a favor and buy a *GOOD* progressive

Have a good one
Gary

 

[johnnyk]

It's been a while since I've dealt with semi-auto's, but I remember some of guys that I used to hunt with that used Browning BAR's and Remington 742's had to go to "small base" dies. This prevented cases from getting stuck in the chamber after firing. I dunno. JohnnyK.

 

[RockZ]

There may be a very big dfference depending on the auto you are loading for.
If it's a service rifle you have to be very careful not to produce high port pressures.
If it's a BAR you can shoot anything.
In either case you cannot run as high of pressure as you can in a bolt rifle.
You must also ensure the shoulder is pushed back on each loading at least .002-.003" to prevent slam fires.
As mentioned before checkout the sierra manual on autoloaders or just give them a call.

 

[jakebrake]

Thanx guys.I was just thinkin of getting a AR15 for yokes.And a BAR for the wife.I personally dont burn up the lead.But the wife now cant empty a bananna clip on a deer.Between lead and brakes on her jeep.I am always reachin in my pocket

 

[7 loader]

Enjoy! Wait! Thats on oriental food boxes. You will love reloading and all the info you can amass in a short time. Take your time and read, listen, and study. be safe. If it does't seem right, ask or don't do it.gun)

 

[gunpower]

It's been a while since I've dealt with semi-auto's, but I remember some of guys that I used to hunt with that used Browning BAR's and Remington 742's had to go to "small base" dies. This prevented cases from getting stuck in the chamber after firing. I dunno. JohnnyK.

You also have to find the right powder and the right charge to use ,as using a fast burning powder can and will damage your action if the pressure is to strong for the bolt in a semi. A medium burn rate powder is best for semi's.
In my old winchester 308, I found that IMR 3031 was the best powder for it.
I can't remmember the charge off hand, but the recycle of the bolt work the best with this powder. Also , the gas port will stay pretty clean.