Guys, I'm a real newb, but excited to get into reloading. Got most tools, built a bench and the press is on the way.
I'd like to solicit some help starting out with my first load. Gonna be 223 used in an AR platform, bbl is 1:7, 11.5". Goals are ignition consistency and volume. Basically, I wanna make 223 to feed a MG. I shoot suppressed so the less gassy and cleaner, the better. I want to get more in depth, loading for accuracy, etc, but down the road.
So, I'm using a Lyman manual and thinking 55gr projectiles are cheaper and seem readily available. I also need help with powder selection and primer selection.
Based on this load data:
55 gr
50 gr
Looking at the 55 gr SPT, does it need a SPT? Will these work? http://www.surplusammo.com/223-caliber-224-bullets-armscor-55-grain-fmj-bt-1000-count-free-shipping/
It seems like Varget powder might be a good place to start. Seems pretty versatile and can also be used with heavier bullets. Also was looking at IMR 4895. Thoughts?
Regarding primers, I know I need small rifle primers. I see a lot available like CCI, Win. Are they all essentially the same? Suggestions?
Any advice would be great!
I'd like to solicit some help starting out with my first load. Gonna be 223 used in an AR platform, bbl is 1:7, 11.5". Goals are ignition consistency and volume. Basically, I wanna make 223 to feed a MG. I shoot suppressed so the less gassy and cleaner, the better. I want to get more in depth, loading for accuracy, etc, but down the road.
So, I'm using a Lyman manual and thinking 55gr projectiles are cheaper and seem readily available. I also need help with powder selection and primer selection.
Based on this load data:
55 gr
50 gr
Looking at the 55 gr SPT, does it need a SPT? Will these work? http://www.surplusammo.com/223-caliber-224-bullets-armscor-55-grain-fmj-bt-1000-count-free-shipping/
It seems like Varget powder might be a good place to start. Seems pretty versatile and can also be used with heavier bullets. Also was looking at IMR 4895. Thoughts?
Regarding primers, I know I need small rifle primers. I see a lot available like CCI, Win. Are they all essentially the same? Suggestions?
Any advice would be great!