Reloading 5.56

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April 20th, 2014
AB

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Originally Posted by Rumbler

The "correct" powder choice is somewhat subject to bullet weight, in my book. I know for sure I don't use the same powder for 55gr bullets I use for 77gr bullets.

. . but you know me; if I can't get 4400+ FPS out of a 16" barrel using 55gr bullets, I monkey with the powder until I do. So it probably is no surprise to you that I change powder for heavier bullets. :naughty:

One day I'll be out there to shoot some of those. Through your rifle! I would like to see the brass, feel the recoil impulse, ect. Seriously.
April 20th, 2014
JMW4570

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Originally Posted by Mikec2003

Ive had good luck with varget, cfe223, h355, and imr 4895. 223 is very forgiving, it seems almost anything works

Those are all good. Try some 3F Blackpowder for some real old school loads!

Just kidding guys... don't put BP in your AR's.
April 20th, 2014
Mikec2003

I saw a video of reloads with black powder in an ar, it worked, even cycled, but jammed up quickly since bp is so dirty
April 20th, 2014
Rumbler

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Originally Posted by AB

One day I'll be out there to shoot some of those. Through your rifle! I would like to see the brass, feel the recoil impulse, ect. Seriously.

Cool. Whenever you get the urge. I always keep a magazine or two of them handy. In case of a zombie poodle attack. :yup: