Reloading Glock 22
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I reload mine. As long as you full case resize, it's fine. I would'nt recommend using your oem glock barrel if you're going to use your reloads. It creates too much of the bulge everyone is so afraid of. Not only does it bulge the case, but if you keep using the bulged case and resizing it over and over again, you just stress and anneal the brass. So, 1st off, get yourself a more supported chamber barrel like a lone wolf or any other after market one for that matter. Then get yourself the lee carbide die set with the factory crimp die and use that die in conjunction with a lee bulge buster kit, and you're set. Hope this helps.
Chuckbuster
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I have put a lot of reloads through my G17. I have to use a Lee crimp die to remove the bulge if I'm going use brass that's been through the Glock in another pistol. This is pretty much guaranteed, so I just use the crimp die as a matter of course for all of my 9mm reloads. There have been no problems at all. I haven't started loading for my G22 yet, but I have other .40s, so, I will use the same approach there.
I've been reloading for mine for years, no problems.
I usually run my cases thru the FL sizer die that was included in my Lee die set and I haven't ever noticed an issue. I've loaded max loads before and never noticed any significant bulge. I think some barrels are more supported than others, with the 9mm barrels being the least supported. Glock also changed their barrels throughout their different generations (My gen 3 looks to have more support than my buddys Gen 2)
For what it's worth, I'm running a Gen 3 Glock 31c (357SIG) with a factory barrel (lots of support) and I have a Austrian marked Glock factory .40 barrel (less supported but I wouldn't call it "unsupported") I've run hot loads through both but I unfortunately don't own a chrony so I can't give numbers.
I'd say go for it, I've never been concerned with this issue....but at the end of the day, I'm just some dude behind a computer so take it for what it's worth
I usually run my cases thru the FL sizer die that was included in my Lee die set and I haven't ever noticed an issue. I've loaded max loads before and never noticed any significant bulge. I think some barrels are more supported than others, with the 9mm barrels being the least supported. Glock also changed their barrels throughout their different generations (My gen 3 looks to have more support than my buddys Gen 2)
For what it's worth, I'm running a Gen 3 Glock 31c (357SIG) with a factory barrel (lots of support) and I have a Austrian marked Glock factory .40 barrel (less supported but I wouldn't call it "unsupported") I've run hot loads through both but I unfortunately don't own a chrony so I can't give numbers.
I'd say go for it, I've never been concerned with this issue....but at the end of the day, I'm just some dude behind a computer so take it for what it's worth
You do not necessarily have to get an aftermarket barrel. Get a case gauge and resize a few fired cases from your gun. If they fit, you can use a regular sizing die without any issues.
If you are having problems with bulged cases, EGW sells an undersized sizing die made by Lee that sizes the cases both smaller and lower down than standard dies. If this doesn't work, both Lee and Redding sell kits that push the case all the way through the die, thus eliminating the bulge.
I would also recommend not pushing the envelope too far with your loads.
If you are having problems with bulged cases, EGW sells an undersized sizing die made by Lee that sizes the cases both smaller and lower down than standard dies. If this doesn't work, both Lee and Redding sell kits that push the case all the way through the die, thus eliminating the bulge.
I would also recommend not pushing the envelope too far with your loads.
From what I have read its mostly an issue with the 40 S&W. Sucks that now I have to spend an extra $250 for a barrel just to be able to reload for this gun, not to mention a special set of dies....bummer
I will look into these dies but I doubt any are in stock anywhere.
I will look into these dies but I doubt any are in stock anywhere.
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Chuckbuster
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
No need to buy another barrel. Plated bullets can be had for the same price as lead bullets. The extra die to remove any bulge is about the cost of a 12 of your favourite suds...and if your only going to shoot them out of the Glock, you don't need to worry about getting rid of it.
Chuckbuster
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
I can't speak for everybody, but, my G17 leaves a bulge near the case head on empty brass. This is apparently due to the case being partially unsupported in the chamber when fired. However, some don't seem to have any issues.
I reload for a Glock 22 and also pick up a lot of 9mm and 40 brass shot in Glocks.
I size them in my ordinary Lee carbide sizing die and use a Lee Factory crimp die to finish the loaded round. Never had a problem yet.
When buying sizing dies, there are those made with ordinary steel and those with a carbide insert. ordinary steel dies require that the brass cases are lubed. A pain. If you buy carbide, no lube is required. Buy carbide!! A no-brainer. I use both Lee and RCBS and have a slight preference for Lee because the decapping pin is stronger.
I have never really paid much attention to the Glock bulge on pick up brass. My own loads are not hot and I don't think there is any bulge at all.
I load only cast lead bullets. Very cheap at about $60/1000. All my pistols get a couple passes with a bronze or stainless steel brush when i get home from the range. This cleans out the little bit of lead deposits, so it does not build up. I have not noticed that the Glocks lead up more than others, but I have not really tried to notice. Again, my loads are not hot, so maybe this means less leading.
I size them in my ordinary Lee carbide sizing die and use a Lee Factory crimp die to finish the loaded round. Never had a problem yet.
When buying sizing dies, there are those made with ordinary steel and those with a carbide insert. ordinary steel dies require that the brass cases are lubed. A pain. If you buy carbide, no lube is required. Buy carbide!! A no-brainer. I use both Lee and RCBS and have a slight preference for Lee because the decapping pin is stronger.
I have never really paid much attention to the Glock bulge on pick up brass. My own loads are not hot and I don't think there is any bulge at all.
I load only cast lead bullets. Very cheap at about $60/1000. All my pistols get a couple passes with a bronze or stainless steel brush when i get home from the range. This cleans out the little bit of lead deposits, so it does not build up. I have not noticed that the Glocks lead up more than others, but I have not really tried to notice. Again, my loads are not hot, so maybe this means less leading.
Are you shooting lead out of a factory barrel?
Yes. I shoot lead out of Glock factory 9mm and 40 cal. They will lead up badly (I am told) if shot without cleaning. As i said, all my pistols get about 4 strokes of a brush after each outing and there is no lead build up.
