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Old 09-18-2011, 07:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Clark B View Post
As an aside, reloading the 7.62x39 and 7.62x54R is a real frustrating endeavor as components are a bit harder to find and most foreign ammo is Berdan primed, so the brass (usually plated steel) is nearly useless outside of scrap value unless you are willing to devote a good deal of time to removing the primers, drilling a flash hole and swaging the primer pocket to accept the smaller diameter Boxer primers available here in the States. You will also need to find reloading information that is specifically tailored for the Garand to keep from destroying that great rifle.
Clark, Privipartisan 7.62x54R ammo is Boxer primed, brass and quite reloadable. I get the 180gr stuff, shoot it then reload it for son #2. Been able to get MOA groups from his Mosey that has a scope, reconditioned bolt and a synthetic stock. See if that ammo is available in your area.
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