lapua
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Hi all just a quick one regarding reloading the old faithful using ADI and Reloader powders. RIFLE Ruger RSM Mk 2
Any tips welcomed to proved to be the go reloading this cal.
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If you are using the ADI Manual, Double check and Cross check all loads given in any of the last 2 ADI Manuals against 2 other references.
They list Max Loads but the load went up 8 grains or something on one of the loads which makes us all cautious about using the loads.
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In the 375 H&H with a 300 grain bullet I have seen good accuracy and low pressure with 65 grains of reloader 15. It is a light load, but the 375 H&H develops more velocity than is needed, except for long shots where a flat trajectory is needed. Therefore I like the lighter loads.
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Goodday mate thankyou for the tip also is there a requirement to give it a slight crimp. ?
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I don't crimp any of my reloads including 500Jeffrey, 505 Gibbs but if you don't crimp, try to make sure your sizing die is on the small size so it keeps a good amount of neck tension.
Also, if out in the field walking and shooting, keep a check on the tip of the last 2 bullets in the magazine to make sure they are not getting battered under recoil AND that the bullet isn't being pushed in. Or use Woodleigh Protected Point bullets which stop tip deformation under recoil.
Finally, you can use 235gn bullet for light game and 300 for heavier game and you may / should be able to get them to shoot to the same point of impact.
Good shooting
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Great stuff mate is a brand of dies you would chose over then any other like lee ? I'll be using my rifle on buff manly and woodly's would be my 1st choice of bullet.
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500Nitro
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I use RCBS even though they are more expensive than others as I have had bad experiences with CH.
However 2nd hand 375H&H Dies are quite common in the market place so you shouldn't have much trouble finding some.
Just check the internals for Scratches etc (lack of).
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Hello 500 I'll place a post and see what comes -up
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Look in the back of the SSAA Magazine as you often see them for sale.
Also, try Western Firearms in Sydney as they often have cheap dies.
Good luck.
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You could use put an ad in the wanted section of the SSAA mag. I was looking for a ZKK602 in .375 and had no luck with the gunshops. Placed an ad and had 6 phone calls over a couple of weeks. Lots of guys have stuff they are not using but do not go to the trouble of trying to sell it.
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Lapua,
I crim 375s, but it is not absolutely necessary. But still a good idea of some of your rounds will stay in the magazine during prolonged shooting.
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lapua
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Thanks for that mate though the amount of bang I'll get out this rifle will be low so I'll keep that one in mind.
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lapua
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Will do cheers
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lapua
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Rick that has always been in the back of my mind but I never take action.
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In reply to:
Poster: 500Nitro Subject: Re: reloading .375H&H
I don't crimp any of my reloads including 500Jeffrey, 505 Gibbs but if you don't crimp, try to make sure your sizing die is on the small size so it keeps a good amount of neck tension.
Also, if out in the field walking and shooting, keep a check on the tip of the last 2 bullets in the magazine to make sure they are not getting battered under recoil AND that the bullet isn't being pushed in.
I've had a lot of problems with the projectiles coming "loose" under recoil in the magazine when not crimped. A reason for some unexplained misses on easy shots or at least an excuse perhaps.
I usually do not crimp, but double check the 'tightness' of every projectile when reloading and also when emptying the magazine from time to time.
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If you "double check the 'tightness' of every projectile when reloading" then how do you have problems ? Your two statements contradict each other.
I would suggest getting a slightly undersize expander for your dies.
The other thing to remember is if you have multiple different brands of brass, this will lead to problems as they all have different neck thicknesses.
Batch your brass into brands and try to keep them together when reloading so you know what is what and your dies can be set up for each batch.
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I only use one brand.
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If you "double check the 'tightness' of every projectile when reloading" then how do you have problems ? Your two statements contradict each other.
I double check SINCE having the problem. However since then still have had some un-crimped projectiles loosen in the magazine. Fact, from my actual experiences.
I should have said above I usually don't crimp, but when doing an overseas hunt, try to crimp every .375. To clear that up.
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I crimp each and every hunting round (both for domestic use and for abroad) in .375H&H, although I don't bother crimping training rounds. And will continue to do so.
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Lapua
Some loads of mine for your consideration. Use at your own risk.
.375 H&H Magnum Rifle: Whitworth M98 23" barrel Projectile: 300 gr Woodleigh Weldcore RNSP Primer: CCI LR Magnum Brass: New W-W
AR2209 74 grs average velocity 2346 fps average group size 100 yards - 0.415"
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.375 H&H Magnum Rifle: Whitworth M98 23" barrel Projectile: 270 gr Barnes X Primer: CCI LR Magnum Brass: New W-W
AR2209 77 grs average velocity 2456 fps average group size 100 yards - 1.55"
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Both loads are mild in my rifle.
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Could any of you fellas tell me if you can use the 375 H&H lee factory crimp die for crimpping the 375 Weatherby??
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I crimp everything I load. BTW the Lee "Factory crimp" dies are caliber spacific. ie: you need one for each one you load. The length (and caliber of course) is different for each die. I don't think the 375 H&H is the same length as the Weatherby.
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Actually, I have several:
.45 Colt/.454 Casull .38 Special/ .357 Magnum/ .357 Maximum .44 Special/ .44 Magnum
So I believe length is not an issue, at least with straight walled pistol cases.
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lapua
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Hi buddy I am working in Norway at the monment could you send me a PM so we can talk I can also call you from my ship.
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Peagasus 1 - the .375H&H case is used to make .375 Wtby Mag., so yes, the .375H&H Lee crimp die should work just fine.
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I find 82gr of AR2209 behind a 270gr Woodleigh PP is an excelent load.
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