can i reload 40s&w on lee turret??

DiscoRacing · March 3, 2009, 11:31 AM

am rather new to reloading... have been doing rifles only on a lee turret.. i have a friend that wants me to reload them some pistol 40S&W ammo.... can i get a set of dies and use the press that i already have?? If i am going to have to buy another press I would want to know about the added cost to pass on to the other person involved so i dont have a press that I dont need... since i dont have handguns myself... tkx for any replies.... even the ones that arent at all related to the original question.

WESHOOT2 · March 3, 2009, 11:42 AM

For legal reasons use their fired cases ONLY.

180g Rainier TCJ-FP.
CCI500 or WSP.
Sized case (your friend's).
OAL 1.130" +/-.005".
6.0g Alliant Power Pistol.
Finish with the LEE Carbide Factory Crimp Die.

av = 890--930fps, based on specific gun.

ar15chase · March 3, 2009, 12:13 PM

Yes you can. I use a lee hand press for 9mm. It works well.

snuffy · March 3, 2009, 12:22 PM

If you load anything for other people, you've got your neck on the chopping block. IF something goes wrong, they'll sue you for everything you have AND what you don't have yet.

Then, besides, it's against federal law to sell ammo without a reloading license. Even if they only reimburse you for costs involved. The ONLY way I would do this is if they buy the components, come over to use your equipment with you mentoring them. Then you aren't liable, but I'm no bottom feeding lawyer.

As far as the lee turret goes, it will work just fine for 40 S&W.

CrustyFN · March 3, 2009, 12:59 PM

Buy another turret for $9 to put the new dies in and you can add as many calibers as you want.

I agree with the others that reloading for friends is a very bad idea.

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Then, besides, it's against federal law to sell ammo without a reloading license. Even if they only reimburse you for costs involved. The ONLY way I would do this is if they buy the components, come over to use your equipment with you mentoring them. Then you aren't liable, but I'm no bottom feeding lawyer.

That's what I would do. Then you have friends that reload. They will end up buying equipment and you will have people to do group buys with.

Rusty

Creature · March 3, 2009, 01:22 PM

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If you load anything for other people, you've got your neck on the chopping block. IF something goes wrong, they'll sue you for everything you have AND what you don't have yet.

How would they prove that you made that ammo?

CrustyFN · March 3, 2009, 01:31 PM

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How would they prove that you made that ammo?

Well after the person that got blown up told them you loaded it they would probably test the case and gun for powder. If there are any loaded rounds left they would test those. Then they would come over your house and match it all up with the rest of it that is at your reloading bench.
Rusty

Storm52 · March 3, 2009, 10:00 PM

Let's go one step further. Friend has severe injury that requires hospitalization, long recovery and physical therapy. Could even incur loss of limb or eye and subsequent loss of income. Wife/family discover the ammunition was the cause of malfunction. YOU will be liable and there is no legally binding agreement that your friend could sign to hold you harmless.
I would invite the friends to come reload as you 'hover' nearby. It might mean another shooter joins the ranks of handloaders!

Chucky64 · March 4, 2009, 12:17 AM

It doesn't matter if you friend calls you a Pu**y and swears he wont
sue You. Ultimately It is Your responsibility for his safety and well being,
Unless You are a professional re loader with millions of dollars of liability
insurance it is not worth the risk. Just say no!!!!!!!!

WESHOOT2 · March 4, 2009, 08:15 AM

Even if 'they' buy components for you to assemble, you're liable for the Excise tax, and still are required to have the FFL6.

ONLY WAY is in their fired brass.

Of course 'they' can come over and load on your gear.

Like I said, not guessing, speaking from mostly-retired-now actual experience......

madmo44mag · March 4, 2009, 09:12 AM

Not a good idea as stated. I am leary of even giving ammo I loaded away.
I have given some to a very close friend when they had just purchased a gun in a caliber I load and they just wanted to go to the range for a quick 50 rds.
But still I am uneasy till they return and give me a range report.

rwilson452 · March 4, 2009, 10:50 AM

Your dies will leave distinctive marks on the cases just like a barrel leaves marks on a bullet.

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How would they prove that you made that ammo?

March 3, 2009, 11:31 AM	#1
DiscoRacing Senior Member Join Date: December 19, 2008 Location: milton, wv Posts: 3,640	can i reload 40s&w on lee turret?? am rather new to reloading... have been doing rifles only on a lee turret.. i have a friend that wants me to reload them some pistol 40S&W ammo.... can i get a set of dies and use the press that i already have?? If i am going to have to buy another press I would want to know about the added cost to pass on to the other person involved so i dont have a press that I dont need... since i dont have handguns myself... tkx for any replies.... even the ones that arent at all related to the original question.

March 3, 2009, 11:42 AM	#2
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	yep For legal reasons use their fired cases ONLY. 180g Rainier TCJ-FP. CCI500 or WSP. Sized case (your friend's). OAL 1.130" +/-.005". 6.0g Alliant Power Pistol. Finish with the LEE Carbide Factory Crimp Die. av = 890--930fps, based on specific gun. __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"

March 3, 2009, 12:22 PM	#4
snuffy Senior Member Join Date: May 20, 2001 Location: Oshkosh wi. Posts: 3,055	If you load anything for other people, you've got your neck on the chopping block. IF something goes wrong, they'll sue you for everything you have AND what you don't have yet. Then, besides, it's against federal law to sell ammo without a reloading license. Even if they only reimburse you for costs involved. The ONLY way I would do this is if they buy the components, come over to use your equipment with you mentoring them. Then you aren't liable, but I'm no bottom feeding lawyer. As far as the lee turret goes, it will work just fine for 40 S&W. __________________ The more people I meet, the more I love my dog They're going to get their butts kicked over there this election. How come people can't spell and use words correctly?

March 4, 2009, 12:17 AM	#9
Chucky64 Member Join Date: December 12, 2008 Location: Abernathy TX Posts: 36	The answer is no!! It doesn't matter if you friend calls you a Pu**y and swears he wont sue You. Ultimately It is Your responsibility for his safety and well being, Unless You are a professional re loader with millions of dollars of liability insurance it is not worth the risk. Just say no!!!!!!!!

March 4, 2009, 08:15 AM	#10
WESHOOT2 Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 1999 Location: home on the range; Vermont (Caspian country) Posts: 14,324	Manufacturing License Even if 'they' buy components for you to assemble, you're liable for the Excise tax, and still are required to have the FFL6. ONLY WAY is in their fired brass. Of course 'they' can come over and load on your gear. Like I said, not guessing, speaking from mostly-retired-now actual experience...... __________________ . "all my ammo is mostly retired factory ammo"

March 3, 2009, 12:13 PM	#3
ar15chase Senior Member Join Date: February 20, 2009 Location: Shallowater, Texas Posts: 444	Yes you can. I use a lee hand press for 9mm. It works well.

March 3, 2009, 10:00 PM	#8
Storm52 Member Join Date: March 2, 2009 Location: Shreveport, La. Posts: 85	Let's go one step further. Friend has severe injury that requires hospitalization, long recovery and physical therapy. Could even incur loss of limb or eye and subsequent loss of income. Wife/family discover the ammunition was the cause of malfunction. YOU will be liable and there is no legally binding agreement that your friend could sign to hold you harmless. I would invite the friends to come reload as you 'hover' nearby. It might mean another shooter joins the ranks of handloaders!

March 4, 2009, 09:12 AM	#11
madmo44mag Senior Member Join Date: December 29, 2008 Location: Ft.Worth, Texas Posts: 1,522	Not a good idea as stated. I am leary of even giving ammo I loaded away. I have given some to a very close friend when they had just purchased a gun in a caliber I load and they just wanted to go to the range for a quick 50 rds. But still I am uneasy till they return and give me a range report. __________________ Texas - Not just a state but an attitude! For monthly shooting events in DFW visit http://www.meetup.com/TexasGunOwner-DFW