04-07-2011 11:19 PM
TheTinMan Quote:
Originally Posted by DeerSpy
thanks for the info on dies.
think I will stay with 45acp cases for now to keep cost down and see how that works, guess I will some tools to load and unload moon clips whats is best kind to get?
Wilson Combat makes very sturdy moon clips and their "moon clip case extractor" makes removing the cases MUCH easier. You can order directly from their website - Accessories, then search for "moon clip".
If you stick with .45 ACP cases, you don't need to worry about another shell holder/plate. If you used a different bullet with a cannelure, then a roll crimp would be better (assuming you use a taper crimp for .45 ACP).
There's an interesting article in the current "Shooting Times" on loading .45 Auto Rim: The .45 Auto Rim
I was just starting to work up a load with a 200 gr. Oregon Trail lead RNFP intended for .45 Long Colt when I stumbled upon that article. Still haven't got the velocity up to where I want it (goal about 800 fps).