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I like the Hornady Unique. Just a very tiny amount on my thumb and index finger and slide/roll the cases between them. I use Imperial (Redding ) ultrafine graphite powder on the inside and outsides of the necks. Lubing the inside of the neck seems to reduce case length stretching and makes it...

I really like the 4831 powders in my 300 win mag. First choice is 180 gr partitions and Balistic tips or Speer Hot core. with IMR 4831 in the 70-73 gr range WORK UP SLOWLY. My gun has a long throat so what works for me might be too hot for you. Second choice also for 180 gr bullets of...

I notice no mention of the RCBS progressive. Any opinions on it?

That old of gun I'd want to thoroughly scrub the bolt internally to be sure thre is no gunk build up. I'd also want to be sure the bore is clear of copper and other fouling - maybe you have done these but I thought it worth mentioning. Some of the old PO Akely loads look mighty hot to me and...

You might have tried these but I'll offer them up just in case. You might want to check the diameter of your expander ball. You might be able to get a slightly smaller one or polish yours down a tiny bit to give your cases a tighter fit. Also make sure there is no sizing lube in the necks -...

I'm awfully late to this thread but I have to ask why in the world a 300 win mag shooter would consider using any 150 gr bullet for moose and elk? It might work but just doesn't seem like a wise or humane choice to me. I shoot a 300 win mag mostly with 180 gr partitions and get excellent...

I have used one tub of Hornady (Unique Lube I think) for many (18+) years. Softer than Imperial wax, easier to apply and rub off. Pleasant smelling and I've never stuck a case, .223, 30-30, 30-06, 300 win, 348. I dip my fingers in the tub, pick up a case near the shoulder, roll case in my...