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Old 08-07-2018, 07:42 PM
Eddietruett Eddietruett is offline
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Default Question for .223 Loaders

What is a good all around powder for .223? I'm guessing mostly 55 gr just for plinking. My step son wants to load some .223 since he has the spare time and I've got several presses. Back in the 70's and 80's when I loaded to deer hunt I seem to remember that 3031 was sort of a go to powder. Sure things have changed now. From my rough figuring, I don't see loading .223 to be practical as they can be bought so cheap, but if he wants to, I'll probably help him get started. Another question is what is a cheap bullet just for burning powder? I'm guessing a fmj 55gr? I'm sure he doesn't want to shoot cast in his AR since he carries it on duty and wouldn't want to risk leading or lead build up in the action. My only .223 is a mini 14 and I have shot a little of everything through it and it all works about the same. Any advice would be appreciated.
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