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Advanced Reloading Supplies for Performance and Satisfaction

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Choices come down to what you want from your reloading supplies or what you are willing to accept from factory cartridges. It only takes a basic understanding and a little practice to be quickly rewarded with superior and cost-effective ammo. From there, it becomes about incrementally optimizing your ammo’s performance. Hand selecting your reloading supplies and equipment lets you fine-tune your ammunition to your own needs. You can optimize for more ange, better accuracy, and more power from every round.Hence, so many highly experienced shooters insist on using their customized ammo as often as possible.

Being familiar with the four basic components of reloading supplies(case, primer, propellant, and projectile) is merely the first step to the fascinating and time-honored tradition of self-loading. Each component has multiple variations that can be combined in assorted ways with numerous variations of each of the other components.

You can develop the right cartridge that allows your firearm to deliver the performance that you want and need. Reloading supplies and equipment become essential for users of obsolete cartridges and non-standard or wildcat cartridges. Obsolete isn’t always a historically old cartridge. Rounds like the Winchester Super Short Magnum were only manufactured for a short amount of time. Fortunately, few cartridges have totally unique case dimensions. Most centerfire cartridges were created from a parent case and can be formed using an existing case. Dimensions are known, so die manufacturers can make them. With most bullet diameters being more or less standard, your ability to reload obscure cartridges across a wide spectrum is better than ever.

With accuracy being the primary goal of most enthusiasts, the best combination of bullet performance and velocity, experimentation for that single perfect round is endless. Improvements in accuracy are usually incremental and rarely exponential. For hunters, weather and other environmental factors require developing specific rounds for specific situations. Even target shooting under controlled conditions requires different rounds for varying distances with each firearm used.

As you begin your experimentation with different reloading supplies and equipment, you need to first hone the basic procedures. As you become a more precise reloader, you’ll need to decide where you want to begin making changes. This becomes a lifelong hobby as you make one change at a time, and adjusting accordingly. You likely begin by trimming cases to consistent and proper length. And then step up to weighing your cases and bullets because manufacturing tolerances vary. In time, you begin weighing each powder charge down to the last kernel but only after trying several different powder shapes. What comes next? You might ask? Do you clean your primer pockets? Have you tried neck-sizing only, and competition dies?

If you want rounds that are better than store-bought, you’ll need to put in some work.

Titan Reloading is dedicated to helping novice and veteran shooting enthusiasts safely and properly reload their own ammunition every time.

Titan Reloading is a Master Distributor of Reloading Supplies & Equipment online. Choose from Lee Precision, Dillon, Hornady, Redding, Mec, & Lyman. For more information and/or to peruse and shop our online store please visit www.TitanReloading.com or contact Titan Reloading at 262.397.8819 with any questions.

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Is Reloading a Safe Hobby?

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Many beginning shooters use nothing but factory rounds. At least until better precision and lower costs become a concern. That can be years down the road or in a mere few months. Eventually, these beginners make friends and acquaintances with guys having many more years of experience and know the ins and outs of reloading supplies and ammo. That’s a good thing about our hobby and Titan Reloading also wants to help you shorten the learning curve.

Be as Precise About Reloading as You are with Your Shooting

At Titan Reloading, we highly encourage everyone to practice precision reloading. Just like it takes time on the practice range, it takes time to learn about reloading supplies and the process. Life is not without risks and mistakes can happen when loading ammunition whether the mistake happens at a factory or in your garage.

Inspect your casings.

The two things you are most likely to come across are dents and micro-cracking. Neither should be reused. Dents can happen during the reloading process if too much compression is applied which sometimes leads to outer casing dents. Look for cracking everywhere but particularly around the base of the rim where they might appear as a bright ring. Dents and cracking don’t often occur unless a case has previously been improperly reloaded.

Primers not properly seated.

The primer is properly seated when it sits down inside the primer pocket of the casing. Inspect the bottom of the rim or case to verify the primer is not protruding. If the seating is not correct, remove it and reseat it or use a small flat tool to gently nudge it into the pocket.

Be precise with your powder loads.

With a single stage press, load powder into all the cases in the tray before moving on to seating bullets. Before pressing the bullets, examine the powder loads in the case with a flashlight. What you are primarily looking for is that you did not mistakenly double load any of the casings. With a progressive press, you can use a powder level check system to prevent over or excessive powder loading.

Press the bullets to the right depth.

Before crimping, examine your work to be sure all bullets have been pressed to the correct depth. If the bullet is too deep, it might be that you don’t have enough powder in the case. Too shallow indicates too much powder. Neither is desirable and neither matches the manual specs.

Here are a few testimonials from experienced shooters:

  • Dave H. I count myself among the many shooters I know that reload for cost savings. I keep a healthy amount of reloading supplies on hand for both hunting rifles and handgun target practice. I have a couple of expert reloader friends that taught me how to do it right when I was getting started. After 12 years, I have no complaints and have only experienced the rarest of dud rounds. While other buddies are having a tough time finding the factory ammo they need, the reloading supplies that I have on hand continue to fill the bill with big savings.
  • Duke T. For economic reasons, I first started using reloaded rounds that I bought from a couple of different small businesses. I got decent results but couldn’t always get exactly what I wanted or had to wait a long time for custom loads. About six years ago, I bit the bullet (so to speak) by investing in the reloading supplies and equipment I need to do it myself and have never looked back. Not only do I get the cost savings, but it enables me to tailor my loads to my specific needs. I’m a bit fussy. Not only do I customize rounds for specific purposes, but I also fine-tune for things like the time of the year and how weather affects performance. Self-loading is the only way I’ve found to account for all the variables.
  • Bill W. I have hand loaded at least 12,000 rounds of 9mm and 380 – NEVER HAD A PROBLEM.
  • Frank B. In almost 43 years of loading my own, I’ve only had one fail to fire during a match. I set that round aside to look at closely later. I found the primer had gotten into the pocket upside down. I redoubled my diligence when installing primers and never expect to have it happen again.

Put Trust in Yourself

If you can use power tools, you can reload your own ammo. With reloading supplies, you need to educate yourself, exercise caution, and check your work as you go. By doing your research before getting started, reloading ammo becomes a fun and safe hobby.

Titan Reloading is dedicated to helping novice and veteran shooting enthusiasts safely and properly reload their own ammunition. Titan Reloading wants to be part of your reloading experience. You’ll find a constantly updated stream of insights and tips from our blogs, newsletters, help videos, and FAQs.

Titan Reloading is a Master Distributor of Reloading Supplies & Equipment online. Choose from Lee Precision, Dillon, Hornady, Redding, Mec, & Lyman. For further information and to shop our online store please visit www.TitanReloading.com or contact Titan Reloading at 262.397.8819 with any questions.

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Reloading Supplies are Key to Being an Independent Shooter

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Always be prepared by knowing how to load your own ammunition! Having a stock of reloading supplies and trusted equipment is the only sure-fire way of always remaining an independent shooter.

Here are five reasons why its the right time to start acquiring the reloading supplies, tools, and knowledge needed to reload your ammunition.

  1. Maintain availability.

    By now, this one should be obvious to you. When the ammo shelves are bare, you want to still be able to grab a pound of powder, a box of projectiles, and primers to reload your own. Always having reloading supplies on hand enables you to reload your own whether you want to chamber obscure cartridges or common cartridges without depending on anyone else.

  2. You completely learn your guns.

    It’s good when you read articles or watch podcasts about what others have said about your gun and the ammo you should be firing. But nothing will teach you more about your own gun and how you shoot it than loading and shooting your own ammunition. Knowing how your ammo works also helps you understand how your gun functions. Trying different reloading supplies is the way you learn how different rounds perform when you pull the trigger. It’s how you fine-tune to that last tenth of a grain that gets you consistently punching the center ten ring. Developing and testing your own loads is how you develop full reliance on your guns.

  3. Full control.

    With store-bought ammo, the only control you have is with your shooting technique. There are a few variations, but these are still limited to the combinations commercially available. Reloading supplies in small batches is the inexpensive way to test bullet brands, types, shapes, and weights not commercially offered for your cartridge. Special loads have quickly solved a lot of problems for independent shooters. It’s about developing a load for a particular firearm that combines the magic balance of velocity and accuracy.

  4. A most enjoyable hobby.

    Learning about and selecting the right reloading supplies to make your own ammunition is just plain fun, rewarding, and enjoyable. It is an ongoing learning experience. If your shooting is weather-dependent, reloading is a great way to relax with your hobby in the warmth of your home on a cold, windy, and rainy day.

  5. Affordability must go on this list.

    Some factory ammunition (when available) is relatively affordable. But when it’s not widely available it becomes expensive. And some factory ammunition is always prohibitively expensive. If you enjoy shooting a cartridge in the ‘always prohibitively expensive’ category, reloading your ammo is the way to still enjoy your favorite shooting without breaking the bank.

It’s Up to You as an Independent Shooter

With experience, you’ll develop your own loads that all hit a dime at 100 yards by fine-tuning a specific powder and bullet combination. But do it safely by experimenting with the various load recipes listed in reloading manuals. You will quickly learn that you can build better ammunition than you can buy. And you can build it for a lower cost. Most factory ammunition is relatively good but still doesn’t compare to the accuracy that you achieve by weighing every charge of powder to the tenth of a grain for consistent pressure in every round that comes out of your gun. For low cost, factory ammo can’t approach that degree of fine-tuning.

Titan Reloading has the reloading supplies, equipment, and other components needed by independent shooters who want to enjoy their hobby in an uncomplicated way. Reloading is enjoyed by so many because it’s practical and enjoyable as well as affordable. Who can argue with that? Sometimes you’ll want to shoot stuff off just so you can reclaim the brass to try a new load. Nothing wrong with that.

Titan Reloading is dedicated to helping novice and veteran shooting enthusiasts safely and properly reload their own ammunition every time. Titan Reloading wants to be part of your reloading experience. You’ll find a constantly updated stream of insights and tips from our blogs, newsletters, help videos, and FAQs.

Titan Reloading is a Master Distributor of Reloading Supplies & Equipment online. Choose from Lee Precision, Dillon, Hornady, Redding, Mec, & Lyman. For more information and to shop our online store please visit www.TitanReloading.com or contact Titan Reloading the Master Distributor of Lee Precision reloading equipment & supplies at 262.397.8819.

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5 Tips for Beginners and Experts about Reloading

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The founding fathers and the brave men who fought the American Revolution were often forced to melt down scrap pieces of lead and forge their own rounds just to be able to survive.
Those same values are what derive a modern reloader to craft their own ammunition today. So, to keep you on that path, here are our 5 best tips and tricks about reloading for both beginners and experts alike.

  1. The Size of Your Workspace Doesn’t Matter

    Space in your home comes at a premium. Some are blessed with large basements and buildings where square footage is no object. Others may only have a studio apartment. Thankfully reloading doesn’t require a large amount of space.
    A reloading bench only needs to be large enough to fit the essentials and wide enough for you to sit behind it. Don’t let a lack of space be the reason you don’t pursue reloading.

  2. Use a Single Stage Press

    One of the biggest mistakes made by beginners is the drive to go out and buy the biggest, the best, and the most expensive equipment on the market. This is akin to buying a Ferrari before you learn to drive.
    A single stage press can handle all your needs as a beginner, and it’s a great place to start your journey. Even experts benefit from these simple presses with many turning to them for high precision loads.

  3. The Scale is Very Important

    When it comes to reloading supplies, the scale for powder measure is the most important component. This is a piece of equipment where quality and price matters. Spend the money to get a high-quality scale. There is no point in the reloading process where you should be as precise as when measuring your powder load.
    Too much, and you have a hot round capable of inflicting damage to both you and the firearm.
    Too little, and you end up with weak loads that will greatly affect your accuracy, range, and efficiency.

  4. Cartridge Gauges

    Nothing will infuriate a firearms enthusiast like rounds that fail to load, fire or eject. In the world of semi-automatics, this is an ever-present threat.
    These handy little tools will ensure that your cartridges are within the extremely tight margins that semi-autos commands to routinely load, fire and eject.
    Even for those of you reloading revolver rounds, ensuring tolerance shouldn’t be an afterthought. Revolvers are more likely to chamber and fire a round that isn’t within specs, but you should be striving for perfection, and that means gauging your rounds.

  5. Ask for Help

    People that reach the top of their fields all get there with help and coaching. Regardless of your skill level, do not be afraid to ask for help or a second opinion. The only way to further your reloading expertise is with practice and help from others.

Reloading supplies can be a maze of products, terminology, and techniques; therefore the expert staff at Titan Reloading is always ready to help.To learn more or inquiries about the multitude of reloading products we carry please visit www.TitanReloading.com or contact us at 262.397.8819.

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An Investment in Reloading Supplies Will Yield Dividends

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Most things that you purchase immediately decrease in value as soon as you walk out of the showroom or store. However, in some limited cases, you can put out some money now, and in the long run, the investment will actually save you money. This is certainly true when it comes to the reloading supplies that we offer to our customers at Titan Reloading. If you obtain the necessary equipment and reload your own ammunition, you will be happy that you did when you start to realize the savings.

Believe it or not, if you work with us to obtain the reloading supplies that you need, you will save as much as 80 percent over the cost of the ammunition you have been obtaining from factories. This is an enormous difference, and the money that will remain in your pocket will be significant if you do a lot of shooting. Of course, aside from the economics, there is a certain sense of satisfaction that comes along with reloading your own ammunition.

The companies that we source our reloading supplies from are very worthy of your support. We have always carried an extensive line of Lee Precision Reloading Equipment. This is a family owned and operating business that has been setting the standard within this industry for over 45 years. The products that they offer are made right here in the United States of America, and this company really stands behind its work. Every product that they produce comes with a conditional lifetime guarantee, and they are unconditionally guaranteed for the first two years.

In addition to the Lee Precision Reloading Equipment products that we have in our inventory, we also have relationships with Redding Reloading Equipment and Dillon Precision Products, so we work with all of the leading names in the industry. We invite you to browse our inventory of reloading supplies right now www.TitanReloading.com , and if you have any questions, please give us a call at 262-397-8819.

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Why You Should Start Reloading with Titan

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More and more people are turning to reloading as a fascinating hobby that offers a high degree of self-sufficiency. Are you a shooter who is interested in producing your own ammunition? Titan Reloading is a well-known and respected provider of reloading supplies that can serve as your first stop on the way to mastering reloading. In this article, we share some of the many reasons why you should consider using Titan Reloading when you are getting started.

  1. Great products
    When you buy from Titan Reloading, you always get quality. We supply you with only the best reloading equipment and tools. We are a master distributor of Lee Precision reloading supplies, which are famed for their sky-high quality and reliability.
  2. Helpful staff
    We at Titan know the reloading game inside out! We’re also a friendly bunch. If you are just getting started with producing your own ammunition, you can always contact us. We are here to answer and guide you with any questions that you may have about reloading.
  3. Fair prices
    When you are still new to making your own ammunition, we know that it can all be a little intimidating at times. Among new reloaders, cost is one of the biggest concerns. With Titan, you can be assured of a fair deal. We much prefer to develop long-term relationships with you than to try to make a quick buck.

Titan Reloading sells the best reloading products on the market, plus our Lee Precision products come with a lifetime warranty. We also offer a 30 day money back guarantee if you are not completely satisfied with your purchase. For further information or to peruse our online store please visit www.TitanReloading.com or contact us at 262-244-7023.

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Tips for Choosing the Right Dies for Your Reloading Needs

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As a retailer featuring the full line of Lee Precision reloading supplies, we often get questions about which die set is right for a rifle or pistol. The process should begin with the purpose of the ammunition. Here are tips on choosing the right dies for any use.

Pacesetter Dies Are for Semi-Auto Action Rifles

The Lee Pacesetter and RGB Series dies allow you to produce factory-sized ammunition for any rifle, starting with semi-automatic actions. If you have casings fired in other rifles or you regularly reload multiple firearms, the Pacesetter and RGB dies are a good fit for you.

Collet Neck Sizing Dies Are for Precision

Lee’s Collet Neck Sizing Dies are for precision shooting from a single rifle. If you have used casings in one rifle and plan to reload for the same firearm, this choice of dies is ideal. No resizing lubricant is necessary.

Ultimate Rifle Die Set Is for Versatility

When you need reloading supplies for multiple guns and have cases used in other rifles, you need a solution like Lee’s Ultimate Rifle Die Set, which includes the Factory Crimp Die. This crimp is perfect for bottleneck cartridges and will improve accuracy while you’re on the hunt.

Carbide Three Die Sets Are for Controlled Brass

When reloading cases fired in handguns, the Carbide Three Die Set is a quality solution. Standard Lee Handgun Dies include the Carbide Sizing Die perfect for resizing cartridges for straight-walled pistols.

Carbide Deluxe Four Die Set

If you are looking for a carbide die set that includes a Factory Crimp Die the Lee’s Deluxe Four Die Set is the choice. The Carbide Factory Crimp Die is included in this set, a tool that allows users to separate bullet seating from crimping. Sizing features ensure casings will chamber in any handgun.

Lee Precision reloading supplies are available for all types of handguns and rifles at Titan Reloading. For further information or questions, please contact us at 262-244-7023 or visit www.TitanReloading.com. Let Titan Reloading get you started reloading today.

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5 Reasons Why You Should Make Titan Reloading Your Trusted Partner

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When investing in reloading supplies, it’s better to buy from a partner that you can trust. Better service, rapid response time and high quality product are just some of the reasons why we at Titan Reloading are the best in the business. In this article, we explain why we are better than the rest of the competition.

  1. Exceptional customer service

    At Titan Reloading, we strongly believe in putting the customer first. We are here to help you with whatever questions or problems you may have. Our customer service is truly exceptional!

  2. Rapid response time

    In the current hostile environment for shooters, we know that you don’t want to be kept waiting around for reloading supplies to arrive. We pride ourselves on delivering the goods to you as quickly as possible. Titan Reloading ships most orders within 1 business day.

  3. Reasonable pricing

    We know better than anyone that reloading can get expensive quickly. For that reason, we work to offer the best pricing possible to our customers. Rather than trying to make a quick buck from you, we strongly believe in forming long-lasting relationships. Providing reasonable pricing for a highly reliable product is one of the ways we are achieving this goal.

  4. Expert staff

    Reloading isn’t just a side business to us, it’s our whole business! Our staff are experts on all things reloading. Give us a call anytime on 262-244-7023 for advice. We are more than happy to help!

  5. Quality product

    This hobby being what it is, there is always some risk is involved. We are very aware of our responsibility to customers. For this reason, we sell only brand new supplies from the Lee Precision factory which are subject to stringent quality controls. What’s more, each and every product we sell comes with a two year guarantee and lifetime warranty!

When buying reloading supplies, look no further than Titan Reloading. Call us now on 262-244-7023 or visit www.TitanReloading.com.

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Reloading Seeing a Huge Boom

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There’s never been a better time to get into the reloading hobby. What used to be a relatively niche hobby among a small group of firearms enthusiasts is quickly gaining steam among mainstream gun owners; more people than ever are investing in reloading supplies, learning the tools of the trade, and taking their reloaded ammunition down to the range. Reloading is currently in the midst of a huge national boom, and we’re happy to be a part of it.

There are multiple reasons for an increase in reloading sales. Ammunition shortages in some states (along with increased costs) are leading many gun owners to investigate reloading for the first time. Interviewed gun owners have cited lower costs, better reliability, and fun as reasons they got into the hobby. Across the United States, gun owners are investing in reloading supplies and setting up small workshops to ensure they are immune from expensive ammunition or ammo shortfalls.

Of course, every boom has a downside. Reloading supplies are harder to find in some locations thanks to the increased demand. That’s one reason that Titan Reloading works hard to keep a full selection of the best and most high-quality reloading supplies in the market in stock. We want our customers to feel comfortable knowing that no matter what type of reloading supplies they need, we’ve got them ready and waiting.

For further information or inquiries about reloading supplies or the reloading hobby, contact us today at 262-244-7023 or visit www.TitanReloading.com. There is no substitute for the self-sufficiency granted by knowing how to create your own ammo.

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Avoiding Lead Exposure

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Reloading is a safe hobby when proper safety protocols are observed. However, some of the reloading supplies a reloader deals with do come with hazards and must be treated with care. Lead, for example, has been shown to cause serious harm to the body if exposure is not controlled. All reloaders must be aware of the dangers of lead exposure and should work proactively to limit direct contact with this needed reloading substance.

Here are some general guidelines on avoiding lead exposure during your reloading sessions:

Keep Your Hands Clean

Always wash your hands when you’re finished reloading. You can also wear safety gloves during the reloading process for extra protection. Washing your hands after handling reloading supplies ensures you don’t carry lead around with you for the rest of the day.

No Eating or Drinking

This sounds like common sense, but you shouldn’t be eating or drinking while reloading. Not only does it contaminate your reloading space, it makes it easy to accidentally ingest lead or other harmful chemicals.

Keep Your Space Clean

Use a damp cloth to wipe down your reloading station after every session. No matter how careful you are during the reloading process, lead will slowly accumulate in your workspace. Regular cleaning helps limit exposure by removing this built-up lead before it becomes a problem.

Wear a Mask

If you use a dry tumbler for cleaning your cartridge cases, make sure to wear a mask when you pour the cleaning media out afterward. Lead from your cases accumulates in the dust and can be accidentally inhaled during this step of the process.

Avoiding lead exposure is easy if you’re careful with your reloading supplies and maintain a clean workspace. For further information about reloading supplies or best practices, contact Titan Reloading at 262-244-7023 or visit www.TitanReloading.com.