So today, I decided to mess around with the Sharps .45-110, a real beast of a cartridge. You know, the kind that makes you wonder if you’re shooting a gun or launching a small rocket. First thing I did was gather all my reloading stuff.
I got my dies, my press, the whole shebang. I even dusted off my old reloading manual – gotta make sure I don’t blow myself up, right?
Getting Started
First, I grabbed a bunch of once-fired brass cases. Inspected each one like it was a diamond. Any cracks or deformities? Nope, we’re good. Then, I resized them using my trusty resizing die. It’s kind of satisfying, hearing that metal crunch just a little bit.
Priming and Charging
Next up, priming. I carefully seated each primer into the cases. You gotta be gentle here, or you’ll end up with a dud. Once that was done, I weighed out the powder charges. Now, this is where it gets serious. The .45-110 uses a hefty amount of powder, so you gotta be precise. I used my digital scale, double-checking each charge because, well, I like having all my fingers.
Seating the Bullet
- After charging the cases, it was time to seat the bullets.
- I adjusted my seating die, making sure the bullets were seated to the correct depth. This is crucial for accuracy and safety.
- I took my time, seating each bullet with care. It’s a bit of an art, getting it just right.
The Range
Finally, I headed to the range. Loaded up my rifle, took aim, and squeezed the trigger. Boom! The recoil was a real kick in the shoulder, but man, was it satisfying. I fired off a few rounds, checking for accuracy and any signs of pressure issues. Everything looked good, and the targets were full of nice, big holes.
Wrap Up
All in all, it was a successful day. Reloading the .45-110 is a bit of a process, but it’s totally worth it. There’s just something about taking raw materials and turning them into something that goes boom. Plus, you get to shoot a piece of history. If you’re into reloading, I highly recommend giving the .45-110 a try. Just make sure you know what you’re doing, and always, always be safe.
