US Reloading Supply: NewsNewshttps://www.usreloadingsupply.com/Tue, 19 Mar 2024 02:00:14 GMTurn:store:1:news:blog:107https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/adventures-loading-the-762-x-25-tokarev-n"Adventures Loading the 7.62 x 25 Tokarev" By Robert WilliamsOne reloader's personal experience and reflections in finding a suitable load for his 7.62x25 Tokarev.urn:store:1:news:blog:106https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/loading-m2-ball-ammo-for-the-garand-n"Loading M2 Ball Ammo for the Garand" written by GordonA personal experience and opinion piece, on loading M2 ball ammo for the Garand.urn:store:1:news:blog:105https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/the-arcane-art-of-case-trimming-n"The Arcane Art of Case Trimming" by Worth BaldwinHow to Make a Bad Task Less Bad without Busting the Bank (featuring Lee Quick Trim). Authored by Worth Baldwin.urn:store:1:news:blog:104https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/how-to-buy-bullets-expert-advice-nHow to Buy Bullets: Expert Advice on How to Choose the Right TypeChoosing the right bullet for your firearm and purposes is no easy task. We're here to help with this guide on how to buy bullets.urn:store:1:news:blog:103https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/how-to-choose-best-brass-for-reloading-nHow to Choose the Best Brass for ReloadingLearn how to choose the best brass for reloading to ensure optimal performance for your firearm and get the most out of your reloads.urn:store:1:news:blog:102https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/dispose-bullets-and-recycle-brass-shell-nHow to Dispose of Bullets and Recycle Brass Shell CasingsHow to Dispose of Bullets and Recycle Brass Shell Casings - Use this guide to ensure you're safely disposing of (or recycling) bullets and bullet casings. Got questions? Talk with our ammunition reloading experts.urn:store:1:news:blog:101https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/am-i-the-only-one-by-michael-allen-n“Am I the Only One?” By Michael AllenReflecting on reloading and hobby shooting. “Am I the Only One?” By Michael Allen urn:store:1:news:blog:100https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-guide-women-concealed-carry-nWomen’s Concealed CarryIn recent years, there has been a growing number of requests for concealed carry permits. You may be surprised to learn many of these requests have come from women. In fact, a recent Harvard study indicated that female firearm ownership has surged into the millions as 42% of American gun owners are women. Women want to feel safe and take ownership of their security; obtaining a concealed carry permit is a step toward this. urn:store:1:news:blog:99https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/bullets-bullets-and-more-bullets-n"Bullets, Bullets, and More Bullets" - Written by Bob GordonFull metal jacket/plated/lead - Which one to choose? Bullets, Bullets, and More Bullets - By: Bob Gordon urn:store:1:news:blog:98https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/fn-49-firing-pin-safety-upgrade-n"FN-49 Firing Pin Safety Upgrade" - Written by Robert Worth BaldwinSYNOPSIS: A modification to the classic FN-49 battle rifle to make it safer top fire ammo (either factory or hand-loaded) that uses commercial primers. urn:store:1:news:blog:97https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/the-spikedriver-nThe "Spikedriver" - written by Eric WeinhardtReview and personal thoughts about Big Horn Armory's Model 89 - 500 S&W Magnum. (Credit to Eric Weinhardt)urn:store:1:news:blog:96https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-comparision-shopping-nComparison Shopping - Getting the Best DealToday we must get the best ‘bang for your buck’ when shopping, so we all do our comparisons. But are you really comparing apples to apples or are you just doing a quick check? urn:store:1:news:blog:95https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-9mm-ammo-types-n9mm Ammo Types: What You Need to KnowBuying the right type of ammo is important so how do you select the best? See our guide to 9mm ammunition types to learn more today.urn:store:1:news:blog:94https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-bullets-women-choose-38-brass-ammo-nBullets for Women: How to Choose .38 Brass AmmoHave you purchased a .38 for self-defense? If so, you're going to also buy the right bullet types for your gun. urn:store:1:news:blog:93https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-what-to-know-once-fired-45-brass-nWhat to Know About Once-Fired .45 BrassAre you looking to take your target shooting experience to the next level? You're in good company.urn:store:1:news:blog:92https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/billing-shipping-address-verification-nBilling vs Shipping Address Verification2/22/23 - Billing and shipping addresses must match, due to increasing amounts of credit card fraud.urn:store:1:news:blog:91https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/putting-a-face-to-the-name-jim-swindle-nPutting a face to the name - Jim SwindleJim Swindle - Owner & Founderurn:store:1:news:blog:89https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/team-member-introduction-talon-dietz-nPutting a face to the name - Talon DietzTalon Dietz - General Managerurn:store:1:news:blog:88https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-quantity-discounts-back-nQuantity Discounts back for projectilesQuantity Discounts back for projectilesurn:store:1:news:blog:87https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/usrs-loyalty-referral-rewards-program-nUSRS - Loyalty and Referral Rewards programs.USRS has launched Loyalty and Referral Rewards programs. Earn points by additional purchases and by referring others to USRS. urn:store:1:news:blog:86https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/clean-reloading-brass-part-2-nClean Reloading Brass Part 2Do you want to be the envy of all the reloaders at the range with clean and shiny brass casings? Here are step by step instructions on how to outshine your competition!urn:store:1:news:blog:85https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-what-is-a-ringer-nWhat is a Ringer?Never heard of a Ringer, or know what it is? This is becoming more common and is a big problem for reloading.urn:store:1:news:blog:84https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/new-usa-reloading-supply-nUSA Reloading SupplyUSA Reloading Supply has taken our Trademarked logo and has been using it, pretending to be US Reloading Supply.urn:store:1:news:blog:78https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/once-fired-brass-the-beginners-guide-nOnce Fired Brass: The Beginners' Guide to ReloadingWith increasing ammunition prices, many shooters are reloading their own ammunition. Reloading with once fired brass can have many advantages, not only does it save you a considerable amount of money, but it also allows you to customize your ammunition loads according to your preferences...urn:store:1:news:blog:77https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/new-brass-vs-once-fired-brass-nNew Brass Vs. Once-fired Brass: What's the Difference?As people start to get into reloading, they start to learn about its different aspects, which can be a little complicated for beginners. One of them is the difference between New brass and once-fired brass...urn:store:1:news:blog:79https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-search-out-of-stock-items-nProduct Search and Out of Stock ItemsWith the current shortage of reloading components, we have added the sort option to show In Stock above Out of Stock items.urn:store:1:news:blog:76https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/guide-cleaning-brass-casings-ammo-nGuide To Cleaning Brass Casings For Ammo ReloadingWhen you pick up brass from the range or purchase dirty casings, they may contain dirt, burnt powder, and soot. Reloading them without cleaning them properly can lead to ammunition failures or gun jamming. Here is a guide to everything you need to know about cleaning your bullet casing. urn:store:1:news:blog:75https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/9mm-vs-9mm-luger-whats-the-difference-n9mm vs. 9mm Luger: What’s The Difference? The 9mm is a common handgun round, used all over the world. It is used by Militaries and law enforcement agencies worldwide, and by civilians as well...urn:store:1:news:blog:74https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/beginners-guide-to-reloading-ammunition-nBeginner’s Guide to Reloading AmmunitionRecently, with the increasing ammunition shortages around the country, many people have been getting into reloading bullets to save money. More and more people are beginning to understand the benefits of reloading. Not only is it a cheaper alternative, but it also gives you control over the customization of your ammunition. urn:store:1:news:blog:73https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-brass-bent-mouths-nBent brass on Once Fired Brass casingsCan you reload brass that has been bent or dented?urn:store:1:news:blog:72https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/9mm-guide-what-you-need-to-know-nGuide to 9mm Ammo: What You Need to Know9mm bullets are reliable, have real stopping power and is widely available, which makes it one of the best survival and self-defense calibers out there. Let’s take a deep dive into the history of the 9mm caliber and learn why it is so popular. urn:store:1:news:blog:71https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/what-you-need-to-know-cast-lead-bullets-nWhat You Need to Know About Cast Lead Bullets - NewsLead bullets are by far the most widely used bullets ever created. From hunting and self-defense, to target shooting at the range, lead bullets can fit a variety of roles.urn:store:1:news:blog:70https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-new-sales-associate-talon-dietz-nNew Full Time AssociateWe are very pleased to announce that Talon Dietz will join US Reloading Supply as our full time Sales & Operations Associate next month.urn:store:1:news:blog:68https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-primer-shortage-2020-nWhere are all the primers?Primers? Can't find them, so where are they?urn:store:1:news:blog:67https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-what-is-once-fired-brass-ofb-nWhat is Once Fired Brass (OFB)?What is Once Fired Brass (OFB)? This is brass that has been fired at LEAST one time, it may have been shot once, or 10 times you really don't know.urn:store:1:news:blog:66https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-may-2020-reloading-update-nMay 2020 Reloading UpdateAs the COVID-19 pandemic scare continues, we are still rocking and rolling. Our hours have not changed, but our shipping has slowed down. During the first few weeks of this, we sold almost all our bullet stock as well as all the ammo we hadurn:store:1:news:blog:65https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/crimped-primers-nCrimped primersMost military brass (and some civilian) has a ‘crimp’ added to the primer to keep it in place during extreme conditions and sometimes a sealer is added.urn:store:1:news:blog:64https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-used-discontinued-items-nUsed, discontinued and clearanceJust added to our website, used (presses, dies, etc) and discontinued items. Check it out and bookmark it as we add to it weekly.urn:store:1:news:blog:63https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-englewood-fl-gun-show-nov-2019-nEnglewood FL Gun Show Nov 2019The Nov 2019, Englewood Gun Show had a good attendance and a lot of good vendors. Located at the Englewood Event Center, there was a lot of parking and the parking was free.urn:store:1:news:blog:62https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-benefits-reloading-your-own-ammo-nBenefits & Drawbacks of Reloading Your Own AmmoWondering if you should reload your own ammo? Well, if you are, then you should know the advantages and disadvantages of that. Now, the advantages of reloading far outweigh its drawbacks. But still, there are some.urn:store:1:news:blog:61https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-rainier-ballistics-closing-nRainier BulletsWe recently received news that Rainier Ballistics was stopping production. Very sorry to hear this as they had top of the line products and a fine staff.urn:store:1:news:blog:60https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-websiteupdates-2019-04-nWebsite updatesOver the next month we will be updating our website to add additional information and products.urn:store:1:news:blog:59https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-once-fired-brass-nOnce Fired BrassWe have a number of once fired brass casings that are not listed on the website due to being in small quantities, if you are looking for something in particular, give us a call. We are also always looking for more brass, so stop by and drop off a bucket of your good once fired brass for cash.urn:store:1:news:blog:58https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-grand-opening-photos-nGrand Opening photosGrand Opening photosurn:store:1:news:blog:57https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-grand-opening-nGrand OpeningGrand Opening at our Venice FL location. Feb 16thurn:store:1:news:blog:56https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-drawing-winners-dec-2018-nDrawing Winners Dec 2018Our winners for the December 2018 monthly drawing were selected and were notified by email.urn:store:1:news:blog:55https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-moved-new-location-nMoved New LocationWe've completed our move from Englewood to Venice Florida and are up and running again, stop by and say hi.urn:store:1:news:blog:54https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-veterans-day-sale-nVeterans Day SaleVeterans Day Saleurn:store:1:news:blog:53https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/competition-shooters-nCompetition ShootersHow do serious shooters increase there accuracy at the range?urn:store:1:news:blog:52https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-used-equipment-nUsed EquipmentWe get a few people coming through that want to sell their used equipment or ammo. If you have an interest in buying anything, like presses, dies, etc, let us know and we'll drop you a note when someone wants to sell.urn:store:1:news:blog:51https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-4th-of-july-2018-nHappy 4th Of July 2018Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July. Store will be closed Wed, and taking phone orders on Thu.urn:store:1:news:blog:50https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-no-sales-tax-nState Sales TaxSales Tax! No one wants to hear it or pay it, but as of last weeks Supreme Court decision, it is here to stay.urn:store:1:news:blog:49https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-x-treme-bullets-bankruptcy-nX-Treme Bullets BankruptcyX-Treme Bullets and their affiliated companies have submitted for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy.urn:store:1:news:blog:48https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-check-dummy-rounds-for-reloading-nCheck and Dummy Rounds for ReloadingUsing a preset check or dummy round for reloading makes die or trimming setup much easier the next time around.urn:store:1:news:blog:47https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-etsy-bullet-listings-ended-nEtsy Bullet Listings EndedJust a few days ago (May 10th, 2018), Bill from Etsy’s Marketplace Integrity team, notified us that our bullet (projectile tips) listings were removed due to them being classified as 'Prohibited Items'.urn:store:1:news:blog:46https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-steel-cases-with-brass-finish-nSteel cases with brass finishJust because it looks like brass, doesn’t mean it is brass. Next time you are sorting your range brass, don’t skip the magnet check.urn:store:1:news:blog:45https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-boxer-berdan-brass-desc-contest-nBoxer and Berdan primed brass, description contestBoxer and Berdan primed brass, description contesturn:store:1:news:blog:44https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-380-auto-and-9mm-bullets-n380 Auto and 9mm bulletsOver the last few months, we've received a number of calls, emails and returns based upon a number of factors. As a certified reloading instructor, it appears that this item should be given a light review to ensure new reloaders are aware of the difference.urn:store:1:news:blog:43https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/new-forum-disabled-nForum DisabledDue to the large number of spam comments being inserted daily, we have removed this feature until further notice.urn:store:1:news:blog:42https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-display-jewerlry-nJewelry ShellsAlthough most of our bullets and shells are used for reloading, several customers use them for decoration, art or jewelry.urn:store:1:news:blog:41https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-press-stand-mount-nPress Stand MountHomemade press stand from Home Depot parts.urn:store:1:news:blog:40https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-how-to-powder-coat-your-bullets2-nHow to Powder Coat Your Bullets<span style="font-size: 14pt;">Using powder coating on lead projectiles is fairly new (it has actually been around a lot longer than people realize but it has really begun to catch on recently. A lot of people who grew up and learned without it seem opposed to it; which is how I felt…at first. After I saw how much trouble it can save you, the additional velocities it allows you to get with lead and how much cleaner my barrel was, I became very, very curious.</span>urn:store:1:news:blog:39https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-when-to-neck-size-nWhen to Neck Size Versus Full-Length SizingWhen should you Neck Size (NS) versus doing a Full-Length (FL) resize on your brass?urn:store:1:news:blog:38https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-quickload-review-nQuickload ReviewQuickLOAD (sold by Neconos.com and around $152 at the time of this article) is amazing software of epic proportions that can be of great use to people who like to reload their own ammunition (but not limited to that…by far).urn:store:1:news:blog:37https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/make-your-own-bullet-lube-nMake Your Own Bullet LubeMaking your own bullet lube is simple, easy and inexpensive. Now, this is not the “end-all, be-all” guide as there are more homemade recipes than you can shake a proverbial “stick” at.urn:store:1:news:blog:36https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/great-grandfather-breechloading-rifles-nThe Great-Grandfather to Today’s Breechloading RiflesDid you know that the change from percussion muskets and other muzzle loaders to the breechloading rifles of today is thought to have been dramatically moved forward due to a somewhat rare (and now “obscure caliber”) rifle called the “Snider Rifle”?urn:store:1:news:blog:35https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/product-and-store-reviews-nProduct and Store ReviewsAmazon, Etsy and Gunbroker reviews are being imported into our main website.urn:store:1:news:blog:34https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/hurricane-irma-nHurricane IrmaDue to Hurricane Irma we were closed for several days and couldn’t ship.urn:store:1:news:blog:33https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-brass-tips-modifying-30-06-brass-nBrass Tips & Tricks - Modifying 30-06 BrassBrass Tips & Tricks - Modifying 30-06 Brass for 8x57 (8mm/7.92x57mm) Mauser. Do you have an 8mm Mauser rifle and you either can’t find brass at your favorite store or don’t want to pay for expensive newly made ammunition nor want to use the old surplus that might be way “hotter” than your rifle can handle (IE: Turkish Surplus)?urn:store:1:news:blog:32https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-cleaning-small-batches-nCleaning Small Batches of Brass Efficiently and QuicklySometimes when you're done shooting and it wasn't a huge range day or you've got a couple small batches of brass, you'd like to get it cleaned quickly, easily and it's absolutely a bonus if the method is inexpensive. That's what we're covering here...a way to clean up some brass in a simple and easy way that doesn't cost a lot to get setup and has some ancillary benefits as well.urn:store:1:news:blog:31https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-speer-gold-dot-bullets-just-in-nSpeer Gold DotJust received our first shipment of Speer Gold Dot Bullets. We now have most of the more popular calibers in stock.urn:store:1:news:blog:30https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-englewood-fl-location-nEnglewood FL LocationStarted moving into our Englewood, FL retail shop on Monday.urn:store:1:news:blog:29https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-product-exchange-nProduct Exchange (PX) NewsProduct Exchange (PX). We have instituted a new program to purchase reloading brass and bullets that customers may no longer need.urn:store:1:news:blog:28https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/4th-of-july-sale-2017-n4th of July Sale 201710% off on all in stock items from Friday, 30 June 2017 through Wed, 4 July 2017. Use coupon code 4July17. Additionally, all orders with products totaling $50 or more receive Free Shipping.urn:store:1:news:blog:27https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-remember2017-nRemember2017In remembrance of those fallen, we are offering 10% off on all in stock items from Friday, 26 May 2017 through Monday, 29 May 2017.urn:store:1:news:blog:22https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-joey-employee-of-the-month-nJoey - Employee of the MonthJoey has been with us now for over 12 years and has packed more brass and bullets than any of us combined.urn:store:1:news:blog:17https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-free-shipping-over-50-nFree Shipping Over $50All orders over $50 receive Free Shipping except for non-shippable items (powder, primers, ammo).urn:store:1:news:blog:3https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-postings-nNews PostingsReposting of our old blog entries from old site.urn:store:1:news:blog:2https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-new-website-2017-nNew Website 2017Our newly upgraded website went operational on Wed, 2/1/2017. It was a bumpy road but we think we have most of the kinks worked out of it. Check the news post for additional details.urn:store:1:news:blog:7https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-2nd-amendment-day-dec-2016-n2nd Amendment Day - Dec 2016In honor of the 2nd Amendment, we are offering 10% off on all sales December 15th.urn:store:1:news:blog:15https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-second-amendmend-day-2016-nSecond Amendment Day - 2016December 15th is 2nd Amendment Day. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness and support for our fundamental right to keep and bear arms, which is codified in the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution, and was ratified on December 15, 1791.urn:store:1:news:blog:21https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-starline-357-magnum-brass-for-sale-nStarline 357 Magnum Brass For SaleStarline 357 Magnum Brass For Sale with 20% OFF. Free Shipping on orders over $50.urn:store:1:news:blog:16https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-50-sw-magnum-starline-brass-n50 S&W Magnum Starline Brass50 S&W Magnum Starline Brass is now in stock! 50 S&W Brass for sale now from USRS. Starline brass bulk packaged, 50pkurn:store:1:news:blog:5https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-jacketed-or-bullets-nBuy Jacketed or Plated BulletsShort topic on jacked or plated bullets, many don't know the difference.urn:store:1:news:blog:14https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-tampa-gun-show-aug-2016-nTampa Gun Show Aug 2016On Sat, August 7th, 2016, we attended the Tampa Gun Show. Although it was not as big as many we have been to (compared to LV, PHX, etc), it still had a good number of vendors and tradesmen.urn:store:1:news:blog:13https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-usrs-shipping-is-green-nUSRS Shipping is GreenThanks to you and the results of our latest survey, USRS is now dedicated to helping the environment. So if some of your packages seem light, it’s only because we’re not using as much packaging material or unnecessary boxing.urn:store:1:news:blog:11https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-rainier-new-shipment-arrived-nRainier New Shipment ArrivedWe're always pleased when the ABF freight truck pulls in with a new load of Rainier bullets for reloading.urn:store:1:news:blog:4https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-amazon-stops-brass-sales-2016-nAmazon Stops Brass Sales - March 2016Press service released our info on Amazon halting brass sales.urn:store:1:news:blog:6https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-amazon-discontinues-brass-nAmazon Discontinues Brass Sales - March 2016On March 12th, 2016, Amazon quietly changed their Restricted Products list and as such Amazon discontinues brass sales.urn:store:1:news:blog:8https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-41-magnum-starline-jan-2016-n41 Magnum Starline Brass In Stock - Jan 201641 Magnum Starline brass now in stock and ready to ship.urn:store:1:news:blog:12https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-lee-volume-density-measure-vdm-nLee Volume Density Measure (VDM)Volume Density Measure for gunpowder is a common Lee dipper measurement. However, it must be converted to grain weight to use with standard reloading data.urn:store:1:news:blog:23https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-berrys-bullets-now-in-stock-nBerry's Bullets Now In-StockBerry's Bullets Now In-Stock. We've had several customers request we carry Berry Bullets, so we laid in a small line of their plated bullets.urn:store:1:news:blog:9https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-50-caliber-335-gr-bullets-in-stock-n50 Caliber 335 grain Bullets In StockRainier 50 Caliber 335 grain Bullets In Stockurn:store:1:news:blog:10https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-frontier-bullets-new-product-nFrontier Bullets New Product Plated BulletsWe just received our first order of Frontier bullets (Frontier Metal Processing).urn:store:1:news:blog:18https://www.usreloadingsupply.com/news-223-once-fired-brass-in-stock-n223 Once Fired Brass In Stock223 Once Fired Brass In Stock