Don’t Skip the Lube: How to Prep Your Cases for Sizing
Why lube your cases? Why lube your cases? Lubricating your cases is a critical step to properly resize cases as well as to protect your resizing dies. Proper lubrication ensures the cases will not become seized into the resizing die – and prevents damaging cases with too much lube. Experienced reloaders know that properly applying […]
One Size Fits all? The Truth about Die Interchangeability
Are reloading dies interchangeable? Will my RCBS die fit on a Hornady press? Can you use Hornady dies on an RCBS press? If you’ve ever had these or similar questions about your handloading equipment, read on. We’ll break down die compatibility across major brands, what standard thread sizing means, and exceptions to watch out for. […]
What Shell Holder Do I Need?
A GUIDE TO FINDING THE RIGHT FIT This article explains how to find the correct size of shell holder for your cartridge. In this guide, we’ll review what a shell holder is, the purpose it serves, and the importance of using the correct size or number. We’ll also show where you can locate what shell […]
RCBS: Forged in America, Trusted by Generations
FORGED IN AMERICA If you’re a reloader, odds are, you’ve got some green RCBS gear on your bench. If you’re wondering where RCBS is located and where our iconic equipment is made, read on to learn a little about America’s Precisioneered Reloading company – and the two families behind decades of the best reloading equipment […]
Finding the Right Press
A Guide to RCBS’s Reloading Press Options This article breaks down the different types of reloading presses offered by RCBS – from single-stage models to high-output progressive presses and everything inbetween. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to upgrade, we’ll help you understand the procs and cons of each press and which model will […]
Case Trimming: Reloading Trimming Overview
Case Trimming: Reloading Trimming Overview At some point during your handloading journey, you’re going to start asking: Is case trimming important…and is it necessary? Do I need to trim my cases? What kind of trimmer should I invest in? How do I trim my cases? If you’ve had questions like these, read on for a […]
From Box to Bench: Installing Your New Reloading Press
Installing Your New Reloading Press How do you mount a reloading press? What’s the best way to set up a press? Any tips setting up a specific press, like the RCBS Rock Chucker? If you have these questions, read on to learn how to set up and securely mount your press. From choosing the right […]
Stuck Case? How to Remove It From Your Die
Here’s How to Remove A Stuck Case From Your Die Whether it’s happened to you or someone you know, getting a case stuck in your die is an issue that affects both new and experienced reloaders. Read on to learn why cases become stuck in sizing dies, how to prevent this, and the tools you […]
