I'm a "newbie" on the forum. And to reloading!
I've reloaded my first batch of 20 rounds. And using my CZ 527 at 50 yards i had a ragged one hole group.
Just to point out that it started at 50 yards as this was mainly for my young son's bennefit as it was his first time having target practice with his .22 rimfire. As he wanted to carry on at that distance, I thought i'd fire a few rounds at "the right-hand" target on the sheet.
To cut a long story short my group was terrible at 100 yards. But after a few swear words i realised the lack of "threadlock" had caused half of my mount screws to come loose!
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Apologies for my "rattling on" before the main question.
I didn't clean my once fired brass before reloading. I used a "scotchguard" pad to clean any powder residue off the outside of the cases and checked for any cracks in the neck or other problems. But i didn't use a tumbler or similar device. Does anyone else do the same? If not what mistakes or dangers could i face using this method??
Also, What are your thoughts on my rounds. Obviously .204 Ruger cases. Made by Hornady. Sierra 32gn Blitzking bullets, 28 grains of Hodgdons BL (C) 2 and Magtech primers.
Cheers
Jamie