Cartridge disassembly - reuse powder and primed cases ?

[17 Ultra Mag]

I have a bunch of ammo I loaded, but have since found a pet load that works better in my rifle. I am going to disassemble the old ammo to reuse the bullets, cases etc. My question, can I reuse the powder and primed cases (as is) ?

 

[Nissan_Ranger]

I have a bunch of ammo I loaded, but have since found a pet load that works better in my rifle. I am going to disassemble the old ammo to reuse the bullets, cases etc. My question, can I reuse the powder and primed cases (as is) ?

Yes and yes. Tap the casings lightly upside down so any powder grains trapped in the primer are dislodged and fall out. You may have to re-do the necks on the cases. Use a neck sizer with the decapping rod removed.

N_R

 

[fogducker]

yes..as long as your 100% sure you know what the powder is

 

[17 Ultra Mag]

That's good news. Thanks

 

[The Cold Lake Kid]

I've done it myself, using a kinetic bullet puller.
Don't hesitate to do it, but follow Nissan's advice.