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Reloading question 270wsm 300wsm
Posted on 1/16/17 at 9:42 am
Posted on 1/16/17 at 9:42 am
I know nothing about reloading but im thinking one day I will look into doing it. I have a 270wsm that I was going to sell off but I may hang on to it. Cant find ammo in stores but can order it.
If I re load that would be a non issue im assuming? Everything can be had easy like brass?
If I had a 270wsm setup (dies and whatnot)...does it use same things to do the 300wsm? Like if you were looking at a 300win mag or a 300 wsm would I be a head of the game in any way if I was already loading a 270 wsm or would it not matter?
thanks
If I re load that would be a non issue im assuming? Everything can be had easy like brass?
If I had a 270wsm setup (dies and whatnot)...does it use same things to do the 300wsm? Like if you were looking at a 300win mag or a 300 wsm would I be a head of the game in any way if I was already loading a 270 wsm or would it not matter?
thanks
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Posted on 1/16/17 at 10:07 am to NOLAGT
You would be able to use the same press, but you would have to get different dies.
Posted on 1/16/17 at 10:37 am to NOLAGT
Brass can be hit or miss in stores but you can usually pick some up online. 50 brass cases will last a lifetime if just used for hunting purposes. Each case should be able to be reused at least a dozen times maybe more if you aren't loading them up too hot. A one pound can of powder will last for over 100 rifle rounds as well.
ETA: like previously mentioned you will need a set of dies for each caliber. And probably a different shell holder as well.
ETA: like previously mentioned you will need a set of dies for each caliber. And probably a different shell holder as well.
This post was edited on 1/16/17 at 10:38 am
Posted on 1/16/17 at 1:15 pm to NOLAGT
Same shell holder for 270 wsm and 300 wsm. Could actually use the same brass. Same primers, possibly same powder.
Posted on 1/16/17 at 7:44 pm to NOLAGT
NOLAGT,
Welcome (potentially) to the wonderful world of handloading/reloading. Yes, if you already handload for the 270 WSM and add the 300 WSM to the party, there are a lot of tools that would be used for both calibers, including:
Press and case holder (press is prob the single most expensive tool)
Primers
Priming tool and primer case holder
Scales (depending on type, this would be your 1st or 2nd most expensive tool).
Dial calipers
Handloading books
Powder(s). There are a lot of powders that are commonly used in both the 270 and 300 WSM, but you wouldn't know for sure w/ your guns until you started load development.
Trimming tool, depending on type.
Case mouth chamfer tool
Items that would be different:
Brass (although a knowledgable handloader could make 270 WSM to 300 WSM and vice versa). If you've saved your shot 270 Win you're off to a good start already. Brass will prob be your 3rd most expensive item.
?Powder (see above)
Dies (each caliber will use different dies. New dies cost $30-$60 or more/caliber)
Trimming tool, depending on type.
If I had a 270 WSM, my main reason to handload would be to assure myself longterm of easily available ammo. I'm not sure yet which (or any) of the WSM's will be here long term. Buy #100 pieces of brass and you'll have a lifetime supply. I tell new handloaders NOT to expect to save money by handloading because you'll find themselves shooting more.
Keep us updated. I'll gladly share anything I know!
Welcome (potentially) to the wonderful world of handloading/reloading. Yes, if you already handload for the 270 WSM and add the 300 WSM to the party, there are a lot of tools that would be used for both calibers, including:
Press and case holder (press is prob the single most expensive tool)
Primers
Priming tool and primer case holder
Scales (depending on type, this would be your 1st or 2nd most expensive tool).
Dial calipers
Handloading books
Powder(s). There are a lot of powders that are commonly used in both the 270 and 300 WSM, but you wouldn't know for sure w/ your guns until you started load development.
Trimming tool, depending on type.
Case mouth chamfer tool
Items that would be different:
Brass (although a knowledgable handloader could make 270 WSM to 300 WSM and vice versa). If you've saved your shot 270 Win you're off to a good start already. Brass will prob be your 3rd most expensive item.
?Powder (see above)
Dies (each caliber will use different dies. New dies cost $30-$60 or more/caliber)
Trimming tool, depending on type.
If I had a 270 WSM, my main reason to handload would be to assure myself longterm of easily available ammo. I'm not sure yet which (or any) of the WSM's will be here long term. Buy #100 pieces of brass and you'll have a lifetime supply. I tell new handloaders NOT to expect to save money by handloading because you'll find themselves shooting more.
Keep us updated. I'll gladly share anything I know! 
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