Does anyone have several hundred, or know a source of, 8 mm Mauser cases for reloading? Boxer primed, new or once fired? PM me with details
Farm boy from Illinois, living in the magical Pacific Northwest
Does anyone have several hundred, or know a source of, 8 mm Mauser cases for reloading? Boxer primed, new or once fired? PM me with details
Farm boy from Illinois, living in the magical Pacific Northwest
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I used to make mine from .30-06 brass.
Cheers from New Zealand
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I make mine as well. If you know a buddy with a good power trimmer it's a quick job.
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Making your own 8X57 is an easy task with the right equipment. I purchased a Harbor Freight mini chop saw and a form and trim die from Redding (one of our sponsors and my personal favorite for reloading equipment) After forming in the Redding die, simply full length size and your set. I've converted over 100 30-06 cases without loosing a one, not even a shoulder dent. Gp
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Making the cases from .30-'06 seems to be the answer. And the mini chop saw is intriguing
Farm boy from Illinois, living in the magical Pacific Northwest
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Mr. Hyett: I picked up the mini saw for about 30 bucks when I started converting 223 to 300 blackout. It's a real life saver for shortening brass. Like all things Harbor Freight it has a few quirks. PM me if you get one and I'll run down what I've learned by trial and error. It will save you some frustration. Gp
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