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2010-05-16 11:31:08
Started shooting big bore in 1962 when I had to qualify with the M1 and Model 1911. Two years later, I started reloading. I also had a Lyman mold and cast my own handgun bullets. Handloaders don’t save any money; they just shoot more which means they retain a higher level of proficiency than the occasional plinker.
I am proud to be part of the ammunition shortage problem. These days I reload 30 Caliber M2 ball, 45 ACP, 243 Winchester, 40 S&W and 380 ACP. I keep at least 2,000 pieces of brass in each caliber. I also keep my powder stores at about 80 lbs, 12,000 primers (LP, LR and SP) and at least 500 pounds of wheel weights to cast 45 and 9MM.
If you want to keep shooting, stock up, reload and cast your own.
