Intro - Common mistakes

Part 1 : Basics

Part 2 : Resizing

Part 3A : Trimming and case prep

Part 3B : Trimming and case prep cont.

Part 4 : Priming

Part 5A : Selecting powder

Part 5B : Selecting powder cont.

Part 6 : Finishing

Now more than ever, it is important to know how to cast your own ball ammo. When shortages get worse, raw materials will be bought up and those who know how to turn a raw piece of lead and copper into ammunition will lead the way.

Bullet casting Pt 1

Bullet casting Pt 2

Bullet casting Pt 3

Reupload: Casting Pt. 1 (MP4)

Reupload: Casting Pt. 2 (MP4)

Reupload: Casting Pt. 3 (MP4)

Here is a prime example of what you can do with repurposed materials and tools. Here is a furnace I made to melt lead to cast bullets and electroplate with copper. I repurposed an ammo can by cutting a hole in the front, welding down the lid and welding on a propane driveway torch I bought from china freight. Then lined the inside with fire brick and kaolin. I am able to achieve temperatures in excess of 3,000°F when a fire brick is placed in front of the opening. Get out there and start making your own tools. Not only will you improve your engineering skills, but you will add valuable new tools to your inventory.

Bullet primers will ultimately be the biggest hurdle for all who want to make their own ammunition. Primers are coated with a very dangerous combination of nitrated compounds. Smokeless powder is similar, in that it is often a mixture of nitrocellulose and nitroglycerin and can be very dangerous to produce without proper equipment and safety guidelines. Buying these items pre-made and in bulk, is a smart idea

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