SaukValley Sam, SASS # 66557 Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Just ordered some new unprimed Starline 45 LC brass. This is the first time I am loading new brass rather than reloading used brass. Is there anything that needs to be done to them before first loading? I'm wondering if I need to check case lengths or chamfer inside or outside of case mouth. Thanks. SaukValley Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pit Bull Tex Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 I would think that you just need to size like old brass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Branchwater Jack SASS #88854 Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Starline brass is well made and quite uniform. I always resize new brass, although some argue that it is not necessary. And, with our pistol rounds, absolute consistency in case length is not necessary. Load 'em up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cliff Hanger #3720LR Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 To make sizing New Starline brass, I hit them with a little One Shot case lube. New cases tend to drag a little in the die. You can also tumble them to get rid of the sharp case edge. This will also help but not necessary After the first time through the sizing die, they become easier to size. Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Boy Posted October 21, 2012 Share Posted October 21, 2012 Just ordered some new unprimed Starline 45 LC brass. This is the first time I am loading new brass rather than reloading used brass. Is there anything that needs to be done to them before first loading? I'm wondering if I need to check case lengths or chamfer inside or outside of case mouth. Starline 45 Colt brass is the only brand I use. Having purchased close to 2,000 new cases over the years - have found the case lengths to be SAMMI specifications and nothing needs to be done to the cases prior to reloading them - just put them in the press and reload PS: You will be shooting 7-12 yds in CAS and chamfering in not necessary for any main match caliber IMO. But if it makes you feel good, chamfer, check case length, anneal, etc. If you plan to shoot 45's for 100-200yds matches, group sizes, chamfer the ID/OD. Otherwise no chamfer is necessary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaukValley Sam, SASS # 66557 Posted October 21, 2012 Author Share Posted October 21, 2012 My thanks to everyone who replied. Great information. I really appreciate it. SaukValley Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Go West Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 Give a shot of case lube, particularly on the larger size cases. OTW, you may get a bit tired running the press. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red HayMaker Posted October 22, 2012 Share Posted October 22, 2012 I use a little liquid car wax in my media and tumble them a little while and then resize them in the Dillon 650 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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