7.62 x 54r

bodyalter · Posted: Fri Jan 19, 2007 10:51 am Post subject: 7.62 x 54r

ok so I can get myself a really cheap Russan nagant model 91 and dies and what not to reload. My problem is Brass. I could order it from Norma but it would cost me $50/50 rnds. does anyone know of a source of this brass with out the messed up primers for less than that?

Matt

skb2706 · Member Joined: Apr 10, 2006 Posts: 269

I believe that Winchester sells loaded rounds ...if that is the case you may get component brass too.

skb2706 · Member Joined: Apr 10, 2006 Posts: 269

loaded rounds for less money

www.midwayusa.com/ebro...3***690***

djstrehlow · Rookie Member Joined: Dec 19, 2005 Posts: 2

Winchester used to sell primed brass for this cartridge, but I think they was discontinued a few years back.

When my Winchester wears out, I am going to try Grafs ($35.99 / 100). http://www.grafs.com/metallic/product/71632

PaulS · Posted: Sat Jan 27, 2007 4:09 pm Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

Winchester doesn't sell reloading components. They sell powder to the reloaders who like to have it dropped and replaced with a new kind - or just drop it like 680.

Vince · Posted: Sun Jan 28, 2007 7:30 am Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

PaulS wrote:

Winchester doesn't sell reloading components. They sell powder to the reloaders who like to have it dropped and replaced with a new kind - or just drop it like 680.

Gidday Paul. Winchester Australia (Olin) are still manufacturing and marketing cases and projectiles here in Australia. I know cause I buy them for my 30.30 levergun.

Cheers, Vince

Gil Martin · Posted: Sun Jan 28, 2007 5:02 pm Post subject: I agree with Vince

My local gun shops sell Winchester primers, powder, cases and lead shot. So I believe Winchester does sell reloading components. All the best...
Gil

PaulS · Posted: Tue Jan 30, 2007 12:01 am Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

You are right, they do sell some components but not everything they use - like bullets. They don't even market bullets or a reloading book. They have the little free pamphlet that you can get if you use their powders but I quit using their powders shortly after they dumped 230 and replaced it with 231. Then they dropped 680 and 785. I figured I could get a better selection from Hodgdon and be able to keep the same powder for more than a few years.
Paul

K.W. · Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2007 11:06 am Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

bodyalter wrote:

ok so I can get myself a really cheap Russan nagant model 91 and dies and what not to reload. My problem is Brass. I could order it from Norma but it would cost me $50/50 rnds. does anyone know of a source of this brass with out the messed up primers for less than that?

Matt

Hello everybody! I am writing from Finland and start using my computer. Sorry, speak and write so badly Your language. Ok, Here in Finland You can go to shooting places and pick upp 7,62x53R (in USA 7,62x54R or russ) ones shoted cases and put them in Yours pocket or bag. Also You can find .308 and 30-06 cases. Kauko Embarassed

SwampFox · Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2007 12:49 pm Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

Kauko,
Welcome to the board. I bet your English is not near as bas as my Finnish.

Body,
Take a look at MidSouth Shooters Supply. They Have 7.62x53 Lapua (from Finland) for 67.00 per 100 rounds. Of course, you might talk Kauko into sending you some boxer primed once fired...
Ed

K.W. · Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2007 1:34 pm Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

Sorry, but there is winter now in Finlad, means plenty snow. We must keep waiting some months. I have at home no 7,62x54R cases , because I have only .222, .223, 22-250, .308, 30-06 and 9,3x57 cal. rifles.

K.W. · Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2007 2:04 pm Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

I shall tell, that can shoot also in Winter because tracktor body keeps ways kleen. Only a few people like me, shoots in Winter. In April they start praktis for Moose hunting. Every 3.year must shoot the test. There are moose hunting competitions too.

codybrown · Posted: Tue Mar 20, 2007 4:43 pm Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but I saw cases of 1000 rounds at a gun show about 3 weeks ago for $80. They also had the rifles for sale for $100. I almost bought one with a couple a thousand rounds, but thought better of it. It sucks being on a budget Sad

SwampFox · Posted: Wed Mar 21, 2007 4:30 am Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

Hey Cody,
Most likely that ammo you saw had FMJ bullets, was made with lacqured steel cases, had a berdan primer and was Russian or Chinese. OK for a war but not much for a reloader or sport shooting. That cartridge case starts to rust between the rifle and the ground. Very Happy

Ed

Vince · Posted: Wed Mar 21, 2007 5:58 am Post subject: Re: 7.62 x 54r

Kauko Waskilampi wrote:

I have at home no 7,62x54R cases , because I have only .222, .223, 22-250, .308, 30-06 and 9,3x57 cal. rifles.

Gidday Kauko, how are you mate. Hey...you only have 6 different calibres? Shocked

You are way ahead of me mate. I only have 30.30, .243 and 12g. Very Happy

Cheers, Vince