03 April 2013, 12:26
MagnumdoodS&W 500 Magnum
I'm looking for a reliable source of components to reload for my two S&W 500 Magnums. In order of need:
1. Bullets
2. Brass
3. Powder
4. Primers
Thanks ahead of time for the help!
03 April 2013, 16:16
GrumulkinReliable source?
No source is reliable under the current and similar panic buying conditions. For when the panic subsides:
1. For bullets I use 400 grain Remingtons. In my Encore, they proved to be the most accurate.
2. For brass, go with Starline. Large brass purchases are discounted so when I buy Starline brass I usually buy 500 to 1,000 pieces. If you have a bunch, then you have your own dependable source.
3. Powder Valley is my go to place for online powder purchases. At least for me, H110/Winchester 296 works the best in my 500 S&W Magnum.
4. For large quantity primer purchases I usually go with Powder Valley. Any type of large rifle primer should work well for you.
04 April 2013, 01:52
MagnumdoodThanks for the info...I appreciate it.
04 April 2013, 03:26
grizzI make my own, cast boolits.
These are 700 grains as a solid, the big HP is 640 grains. Custom brass mold from MP molds in Slovenia.
The ones on the right are 440 grainers from a lee mold.
Otherwise, I use the Hornady 350 grain magnum XTP HP, or the Hornady 500 soft point. Both shoot well. Brass is starline nickel plated.
05 April 2013, 22:57
Reloader270quote:
Originally posted by grizz:
I make my own, cast boolits.
These are 700 grains as a solid, the big HP is 640 grains. Custom brass mold from MP molds in Slovenia.
The ones on the right are 440 grainers from a lee mold.
Otherwise, I use the Hornady 350 grain magnum XTP HP, or the Hornady 500 soft point. Both shoot well. Brass is starline nickel plated.
I must say these moulds produce very high quality bullets. They almost look like silver bullets. How did you get hold of these moulds?