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PunchinPaper · January 9, 2012, 06:20 PM

Hi,
I am about to start loading ammo for the M1 Garand.
While not new to reloading 30-06, I am new to reloading 30-06 rds for the M1 Garand or any semi auto 30-06 for that matter.
I have been shooting M2 Ball in this rifle.
I would like to tighten my groups up, so I figured I need to hit the loading bench. I have the latest Hornaday loading manual, it has a section with load data just for the M1. I normally shoot their bullets alot ,for one they are good quality bullets and thats what my LGS carries the most of.

I have searched online for M2 Ball projectiles it seems sources have dried up.
I did find some 147 gr FMJs for decent prices.
Does anyone know where to buy bulk bullets for reloading M1 ammo?
What weight bullets can I load for this rifle without using an adjustable gas plug? Does anyone know of a list of ideal powders for this application?
I have 125gr B-tips and 180gr SSTs on hand and W760 powder.
I wonder if it would be possible to load some M1 safe ammo with the
components I have already. I understand I will most likely be heading to my LGS for bullets and powder. Another thing: I never crimp my rifle bullets, is a crimp needed with M1 ammo? As long as I have good neck tension I should be good right? Well thanks in advance.

January 9, 2012, 06:20 PM	#1
PunchinPaper Senior Member Join Date: March 24, 2011 Posts: 148	Reloading M1 Garand Ammo..Pointers plz Hi, I am about to start loading ammo for the M1 Garand. While not new to reloading 30-06, I am new to reloading 30-06 rds for the M1 Garand or any semi auto 30-06 for that matter. I have been shooting M2 Ball in this rifle. I would like to tighten my groups up, so I figured I need to hit the loading bench. I have the latest Hornaday loading manual, it has a section with load data just for the M1. I normally shoot their bullets alot ,for one they are good quality bullets and thats what my LGS carries the most of. I have searched online for M2 Ball projectiles it seems sources have dried up. I did find some 147 gr FMJs for decent prices. Does anyone know where to buy bulk bullets for reloading M1 ammo? What weight bullets can I load for this rifle without using an adjustable gas plug? Does anyone know of a list of ideal powders for this application? I have 125gr B-tips and 180gr SSTs on hand and W760 powder. I wonder if it would be possible to load some M1 safe ammo with the components I have already. I understand I will most likely be heading to my LGS for bullets and powder. Another thing: I never crimp my rifle bullets, is a crimp needed with M1 ammo? As long as I have good neck tension I should be good right? Well thanks in advance.