by juststarting » 18 Jun 2017, 10:41 pm
***deep breath*** I did say watch out for pressure signs, when I heard Winchester... Just didn't want to put anyone off, but since we are here anyway...
Welcome to the wonderful world of 308 brass adventures.
Why don't you buy a tone of PPU, shoot them, enjoy the rifle and then use the brass. 308 PPU brass is excellent. Some of mine are on 6th reload, no signs yet.
S&B - excellent, however has a VERY tight primer pocket. I did notice they develop tarnish a lot faster than other brass though. Not an issue, but something I've noticed.
Federal brass - very good, but feels like a little less durable than others. Although this is what I shoot 80% of the time, I have no issues with it, unless I am pushing max recommended charge, then it shows signs.
Remington - excellent
Normal - excellent
Hornady
This is a bit interesting. I found that some 308 is crimped (factory ammo, not brass). WTF, but there you have it... I think it was 168gr A-Max match or something like that. If you have a swaging die, go for it - it's excellent.
Hornday brass - no idea, but guessing it would be excellent as well.
Lapua - I heard it's good lol
ADI - excellent
That's all I shot, don't know about the rest.
Winchester was the only brass that went into the bin after inspection, post FL sizing. Though if you run mild'ish charge (e.g. around 42.5gr of 2208 for 168gr bullet), it should be just as good as any other. I would use Lee Collect Die on it however, not FL.
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