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ArcherAndShooter · October 10, 2006, 11:38 AM

Brand new to reloading / handloading. Please help me with a basic question.

I understand that brass shell cases can be reused only a certain number of times before they wear out, and that some wear out sooner than others. How can you tell that a particular case is no longer usable / safe?

I certainly don't want to crank of a shot of .45 ACP or .44 Magnum out of a brass case that's about to crack or can't hold a primer or something anymore.

Thanks, all

October 10, 2006, 11:38 AM	#1
ArcherAndShooter Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2005 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 106	Question about brass Brand new to reloading / handloading. Please help me with a basic question. I understand that brass shell cases can be reused only a certain number of times before they wear out, and that some wear out sooner than others. How can you tell that a particular case is no longer usable / safe? I certainly don't want to crank of a shot of .45 ACP or .44 Magnum out of a brass case that's about to crack or can't hold a primer or something anymore. Thanks, all __________________ The Second Amendment - America's ORIGINAL Homeland Security