Reloading 223 / 5.56 From A to Z
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223 Remington and 5.56 NATO rifles span a wide variety of uses and scenarios. Reloading for 223 / 5.56 is very much worthwhile, but there are some special considerations to think about before you head to your reloading bench. We'll cover the entire process from planning to loading in this video!
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All of us noobs really appreciate the help Gavin. Ultimately this will create a better informed and more involved community as more people turn to reloading.
Glad to hear it- was hoping that people would find this useful. I can remember when I started loading 5.56- wondering why my primers wouldn't seat (didn't know about primer pocket crimps at that time :) )
False... This will only create more difficulty in me sourcing h1000, reloder 26 and primers
Part 1 of this series find primers, we will see you in part 2 in 2024.
Even in germany primers are getting scarce. You guy are buying even our manufacturers supply. No offence, i got what i needed when it was cheap.
And powders those are getting thin on the ground to
I haven’t had a single problem finding guns, ammunition, components or anything during the scamdemic. Prices went up a little but it doesn’t bother me as it keeps people from buying what I want.
Things can be found. But my experience for east coast usa, looking online, is you have to look 3xs harder than you before. Haven't looked brick n mortar yet
For real hahahahahaha
Ive been lugging my dads reloading stuff for years. Little did I know my dad used to be a pimp with his progressive reloaded haha. This is going to be a really fun learning process.
Excellent video. I've been introducing a family member to reloading over the past couple years and she just now started on rifle (.223 specifically) - perfect timing. Please add shirts in 2XL.
Gavin, I began reloading by learning what I could from several sources. My local gunsmith/gun shop guy advised me to get a reloading manual and to read it before making any decisions. At the time, about 3 years back, I had a couple 9mm pistols and a couple 5.56x45mm rifles and I bought 3,000 124 grain 9mm NATO rounds for $199 per thousand and 3000 Federal L.C. 5.56x45mm 62grain "green tip" rounds for $299 per thousand. I was interested in handloading but there really wasn't a financial benefit that I could use to help justify the purchase of the equipment. I did read the Lyman reloading manual and its counterpart; the Lyman AR15 reloading manual and I started watching your channel, Ultimate Reloader. This was about 2½ years back. I finally started buying equipment about a year ago when things were just starting to become scarce. I was able to get everything I needed and I have thoroughly enjoyed handloading ever since. I now load for 9mm, 10mm, 45 Auto, 5.56, 300BLK and .458 SOCOM. I have an HK91 but I don't load for it because I have a surplus of Wolf steel case ammo that I bought dirt cheap 2 years back and because I have been told that the fluted chamber weakens the brass cases making them unsuitable/unsafe for reloading. Maybe you can address that issue? Anyway, I just wanted to thank you because you have helped me tremendously over the last 2 years.
I am very new to reloading and I am also very keen on 223 reloads. Your videos are a TREMENDOUS help Gavin so thank you and cheers from South Africa.
S321 gives excellent results with light to heavy bullets. Start low and work up, as S321 can give pressure signs fast approaching max loads.
This is one of my favorite videos from you, well done and thank you!
Thank you for an Excellent delivery of the concept, gist, substance of reloading. I really love to get into this but was always reluctant about the complexity of reloading. Now I can safely begin the acquisition...if only I can find the primer!
Thank you, Thank you. What a great breakdown. Clear and concise instructions.
Gavin, for sizing you forgot to mention that lube is very, very important. Mix of lanolin and isopropyl works best.
Hopefully no novice reloader will start sizing without case lube applied :)
and buy the good iso 90 percent. so it dries fast. good point
Lots of luck finding isopropyl alcohol these days. Distilleries have switched from making vodka to isopropyl and making money as the many hand-sanitizer companies are buying up all they can. Perhaps this nonsense will fade now that the vaccination rates are climbing.
@@jekemi2010 prices went down, at least in my country (Slovakia, europe). Recently I bought 2 litres and my friend at the counter had a price of almost 3x of what it cost reulary, but he got it down to regular price as he said it was an old price during panic buys.
I use that isopropyl to many things, it’s all purpose solution in home, just like winegar.
One bottle of ISO HEET red to one ounce of liquid lanolin. ISO HEET found at auto parts store. Liquid lanolin found at Natural market. Place batch of brass in large plastic bag, such as a Ziplock, several sprays from your spray bottle then close and shake. Pour out on old terry cloth towel and ready to go in minutes. Alcohol evaporates quickly and lube is not excessive.
@@Preceptor-lf1ht iso heet is isopropyl. No such thing in my country as iso heet and I would never buy overpriced marketing crap when pure isopropyl can be easily found in stores specialized for lab chemistry.
One very important part of sizing is case lube. I used to use the (Easy) One Shot case lube and a lot of people get along fine with it but I've stuck several cases using it so I went to the Imperial Case Wax and haven't looked back. Takes very little and works great.
Thank you, I've been waiting for this video for a while.
The best video, start to finish it had all the information I needed. Thank you.
Dude, this is such a good video, thank you so much! Super interesting. I’m thinking about getting into precision shooting with a bolt action 5.56, and then learning to hand load, fantastic info 🔥👍🏻
So ive watched this video a few times since i started hand loading and Gavins videos are always a big help when i get stuck i go back to videos ive already watched
Awesome video. Thanks for taking the time to make it.
Very nicely done, looking forward to more videos like this from you. Keep up the good work.
More to come!
Great video using common tools. Thanks!
Gavin, you make it sound like is very easy and simple, which I think it is once you get to know all details about the loads, dimensions, setting up of the equipment, and so forth...for newbies like me, I guess reloading is still intimidating a bit, initial costs, and specially with the fact that any small forgotten detail might bring you some huge safety implications....but I guess if you want to squeeze the maximum performance of your gun / cartridge, there is only one way to go, and that is reloading....thanks for your hard work on making these videos look simple and intuitive.
Reloading manuals are a good resource also. Usually lots of great info in them get several and read through them.
Thanks for the distinctions. Great video.
Awesome Intro Gavin! Thanks for the write up and video on this topic!
Glad you liked it!!!
Great stuff like all your videos. I would add 2 items . Measure the fired case datum for your rifle and bump the shoulder .002 shorter than fired case . I also have great results with the RCBS small base dies for the gas guns. Keep up the good work sir !!
Well said and very thorough! Bravo 👏
Looks informative and educational. Well done sir.
You are an excellent teacher!
Thanks for sharing
Some solid advice right there... handloaders can end up chasing their own tail, keep it simple I switch from a fancy single stage press and all that jazz to the lee pro 100 with an auto disk ... carefully adjusting my seating depth for fine-tune
Im glad you made this video 👍🏼
Gavin, I think a great idea for a video would be showing and explaining the difference between CUP and PSI when it comes to measuring pressure. A lot of reloaders read those numbers interchangeably but they are really different ways of measurement of the same thing.
A prayer answered.Thank you.
Hell yeah just about to to get started on 223/556 been working 308, 9mm and 45acp
Im 1 minute in and already learned so much. Love this guy.
Another excellent video Gavin!!!
The new term for rhythm is now MOJO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
wow, that is insane velocity on that 35 grn !
Thank you for another awesome video.
Thanks! Love the channel!
Great video brother!!!
Thank you, great video for beginners like me. I pretty much got all the info needed to start reloading. Though it seems more money than buying factory ammo. But having control and knowledge over what you shoot, is well worth it. Not to mention, that Im a sucker for this kind of work as a retiree.
For me it's the journey or the enjoyment from doing it.
It is a great overview of the process, but very much lacking in a lot of information needed to reload properly - primarily in die adjustment. Buy at least one reloading manual, preferably several, then read and understand the reloading procedures they detail.
thank you for the A-Z video, this really helped me under stand every step and while doing so I decided I do not need a multi stage press just buy a single and a few QD threads.
It does not include all the information for any single step. Read the reloading information in at least one reloading manual first, if the press you buy does not include detailed instructions.
Exceptional video with something for everyone. I was somewhat surprised that H335 or Winchester 748 were not listed as great performing powders. Thanks
lol, you can get cci primers from my buddy Robert, he lives in Phoenix though and he's got Hazmat, 6 zero 2 six 984 three 94. text him
Excellent video! Thank you!
A couple of important hings worth mentioning, 1) Bullet weights and the twist rate in the barrel, if you want to shoot bullets that are 60 grains and heavier, it's very important to make sure your barrel has a twist rate that's at least 1 twist in 7", otherwise you'll experience what's called Keyhole patterns in your groups, which is caused by lack of stabilization, and of course you'll be wasting components, and that's important these days when everything is scarce and priced much higher than it was just a year ago.
2) If you use stick powder in any caliber with a mechanical powder measure, it's better to set it about a half a grain lower than the charge listed in the reloading manual and use a powder trickler to get the precise desired measurement.
Ive been loading 223 with imr 8208xbr using 69gr hpbt. I started using it because my brother gave me an eight pound jug of it, but it seems to work very well.
I’m just getting in to reloading because of you. I recently got my Dylan RL 1100 and can’t wait to start cranking out ammo! Love the channel, keep up the good work
Awesome! Glad I could help to get you going!
@@Ultimatereloader I can’t help but be humbled, you’re the first and only RUclips creator that has ever responded to my comment. After a long day at the hospital I can only give you my most sincere thanks!
lol, you can get cci primers from my buddy Robert, he lives in Phoenix though and he's got Hazmat, 6 zero 2 six 984 three 94. text him
Thanks very much. A very good video 👍
Loved this video!!!
This video was great!!
Another great video. Thank you for your dedication to we noobs.
Between full power loads and the equally as fun bunny farts, 223/556 is a hoot. I have my AR and the wife has her bolt action so we go through quite a bit at the range
My go to combination for the AR 15 is CCI 41 primers, 22 gr. H335 and 62 grain SS109 or 62 gr. Hollow points.
Haven't finished it yet, but this is such a wonderful video...well done!
Thank you so much! We put a lot of time and effort into this one!
@@Ultimatereloader oh I can tell! Thanks again😊
Currently waiting on my 223 dies. This video is very helpful
Thank you Tom Kenny
*stares at the massive pile of 223 brass, 55gr and 77gr bullets, and 6 different powders that arrived today to reload for my AR* You haven't been watching me have you? What did I have for breakfast?
Shenanigans,, where did you get primers and powder?
discord.gg/reloading You can get notified when primers, powder, bullets, brass or anything comes in stock. Easily the worst thing for my wallet I've ever done
@@shanesizemore3654 Yep, my 8lbs of H4350 arrived today that I snagged thanks to the Discord.
@@HuskyKMA You lucky dog.
Thank you
I personally like to use 2 Single Stage presses myself. I have witnessed several sports shooters have failed consistency and as a result no powder (Squib) or a high primer in revolver causing lock ups. IMO speed kills. especially with un careful people running the presses too fast not checking as you go.
Great info for all the people getting into rifle reloading. Still waiting on that progressive press comparison!
I've started reloading again after 30 years and not moved to a progressive press yet I have 2 single stage presses my opinion is based on safty and consistency be safe take your time don't be afraid of a question if you're unsure
Gavin's channel is the #1 re-loading channel. Thanks again Gavin, great info!
That's gospel, keep it up Gavin.
Very good sir. Thank you.
Primers are back!!!
thank you
Great video.. Thanks
Good job dude 👏
Thanks 😁
.223 is my fav cartridge. I love it. My best loads are 22.5gr Tac or 23.6gr CFE223 with a Hornady 68gr
BTHP bullet. Both loads shoot 5 shot groups of 6mm (0.23 inch) at 100m (~110 yards) out of my Remington 700 Tac. 😁
Most of the information in this video is based on AR 15 rds
Wow the videos out of focus thank you for the tip thumbs up
Just got my first press...got everything I need...now I just need to learn how to do it..so excited
As another new guy that's enjoying some success, you're gonna want to watch UR and JRB a lot. Both are great, though they have very different styles of instruction.
Same but how tf r u finding the reloading supplies
@@johndaley1210 I got to know the shipment schedules of the local stores and check each one on the expected days.
Love this video
Thanks for watching!
For range ammo I use mixed brass but trim all cases the same length, otherwise the seating/crimp will not be consistent.
Excellent
I enjoy watching you video. It’s interesting to see you use Alex stock. He builds a great rifle
Awesome, thanks for watching Ed. You'll like where this is going! :)
I have been using one of the Lee turret press, the classic one, and it has been working quite well. I feel a kind of hits the midpoint between my single stage press and that Dillon 550
Yep. I have that press too. Does everything except my 30-06.
Glad you talked about the case gauge. VERY IMPORTANT ico 223/5.56 .............. I use range brass and sometimes we have a 3-10% reject rate because of either bloated bases or deformed heads after punching primers. Got tired of stuck cases when I first started and still learning more as I go along. Started doing a more deliberate QC Standards check which also makes this round the biggest pain in the ass to reload. Very time consuming compared to 300 AAC, 308 and others. I use H335 with very good results in all my rifle rounds.
Thanks for the video............... enjoy
H335 charge weight and projectile for 223?
@@cs7285 I replied on facebook. Couldn't post any more here on RUclips on your blog...................... Till now... Was blocked from a reply
Also gauge the flash hole. If to large it can blow primer out.
My absolute best performing ammunition for Auto loading rifles with 1in7 through 1in9 twist rifled barrels, is 62gn with 22.5gn of Hodgdon H322. The groups are excellent. Whether a cheaper system or a high dollar AR, they have always shot beautifully. I load them on a Dillon 550B, sized and trimmed with a RT1500, swaged, loading for 3000 fps. This requires 5.55 NATO, or .223 Wilde. Try it for yourself, you won't be disappointed.
Great video thank you…
Most excellent.
Every rifle likes an exact menu. You can have 2 identical rifles that like slight different menus. With a particular Smith and Wesson sport model, I have found that a 55 grain varminter slug propelled by IMR 4895 @ 25 grains and a CCI magnum small rifle primer is the most accurate recipe.
Good comment I shoot many calibers imr 4895 is fantastic in all of them 308 wim and 243 as well as 223 and 300 savage it's the most useful powder for me
I am currently using H322 and H 4895 for 55g - 68g bullets with good results.
Would def like to see more videos like this.
Thanks, more in the works!
@@Ultimatereloader would really like to see an educational video on burn rates and powder choices more in depth
EVERYONE SHOULD HEAR THIS TODAY 556 RIFLE
Great video, very informative. Thank you for all you do, I love the channel!
I have a RCBS turret press and like it very much.
When the intro music starts, ya get up to rock! Then Gavin starts talking, so we set right back down.
You should do a 22 rimfire benchrest build
I still weigh every single charge.
I just don't like the idea of leaving it to chance. It just doesn't take me that long, the way I have my setup, to drop my charge, weigh it, adjust up with the powder trickler, and then drop that exact powder charge/weight I wanted into the case.
Me too.
I believe it is the right way one by one!
I bought a RCBS Uniflow III after watching your video. I had been wanting a new powder measure for along time. My old Uniflow ( ca. 1970-ish ) was about worn out. I couldn't find it anywhere online, so I went direct to RCBS. It was in stock. Shipped free. Great upgrade. Thanks, Gavin.
My vote would go to the 7mm PRC on this comparison, but I love the 280AI so I’d like to see the PRC and Ack Improved compared in the 7mm/.284 caliber chamberings.
You forgot the Lube, which is very important.... but overall well made and well informed video, well done!
Everyone I see using nice new equipment and I'm over here with stuff from the 60s and 70s
If it works who cares....
Another great video, thanks! Will you be making one for 9mm as well?
Hope you can do a video specifically on setting up and using Hornady crimping die
Hornady has videos on all their stuff on RUclips . Learned how to set them up with them.
Great Video Gavin. Appreciate the time you take to help new folk who are just getting started (and us old folk). I recently started loading .223. I resized 50 brass cases (once shot range brass with mixed head stamps). I noticed, out of the 50 cases, there were 30 or so that did not pass the case gage test. I looked to be sure there was no sign of case head separation. I have since found there is a Small Base Resizing Die to be used on cases being fired out of a semi automatic rifle. Have you (or anyone on this thread) had any experience with these dies (RCBS 11103 Series A Small Base Die Set, 223 Remington)? Thanks again!
Good video ADI - Thales has discontinued making pistol powder and Trailboss
Nice
Most helpful and clear..thanks1 24:03
Intro music a million times better
I really like this table your using. Prepare? Custom?
To my understanding, and per the Rep I talked with a CCI, for the AR platform, you should use small rifle magnum or #41 primers due to the free floating firing pins.
The CCI #41 primer is mil-spec and has a slightly thicker cup to prevent slam-fires. I, personally don't use anything but #41s for all small rifle primer applications. I've also found that Hodgdon BL-C2 to be a somewhat "universal powder". I use it exclusively for 5.56/.223, 7.62/.308, & .30-'06... I try to stay with "universal" components, because I buy in bulk (think 25# kegs of powder and brass by the 16gl drum)... I reload for myself and 20 other people in a training group...
@@tommysaulter9171 do you mind me asking where you get those items at? Never seen brass or power in those sizes before.
On PRIMERS for either 223 Rem or 5.56 NATO. If you are shooting an AR, The firing pin does not have a spring so when the bolt goes home, the firing pin may impact the primer. FOR ARs I SERIOUSLY recommend teh CCI MIL SPEC SMALL RIFLE PRIMER (No.41) ONLY.
Most reloading books such as the Hornady book has separate sections for 5.56 NATO and 223 Remington, just follow that.