RCBS Precision Mic for .308

[HumbleEinstein]

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/574297/rcbs-precision-mic-308-winchester

Does anyone have one of these they would consider lending or selling me?

I have looked everywhere and the 308 version is completely sold out. Please reach out if you can help.

Thank you.

 

[coopermania]

I don't have one, I really don't see the need for it. I use Reddings Competition Shellholder set. To push the shoulder back if needed.

http://www.redding-reloading.com/in...ew=article&id=35:competition-shellholder-sets

 

[HumbleEinstein]

That's interesting but I still would prefer to have the RCBS precision mic.

 

[coopermania]

Can I ask what is the reason you think you need this mic ?
And what do you think it will do for you ?
Are you going to use this in a autoloader or bolt gun ?

 

[HumbleEinstein]

I'm looking for a tool to precisely measure cases from base to shoulder and bullet seating length for precision reloading. I expect it to give me starting measurements and then serve as a quality control check.

 

[HumbleEinstein]

I just got one. I also bought the Redding comp shell holder. Thanks for the recommendation.

 

[IndispensableDestiny]

It's a fine headspace gauge although I'll stick with the Hornady set I have. As for bullet seating, that should be done with the bullet you intend on using and a fired case from the gun. The RCBS tool doesn't do it that way. The Hornady tool, if you make your own modified cases, does.

 

[coopermania]

Let us know how you like it.. I always just use the chamber of the rifle as a gauge.

 

[HumbleEinstein]

Let us know how you like it.. I always just use the chamber of the rifle as a gauge.

That's fair enough, but I live in a very populated area. I can't risk an accidental discharge by chambering unproven loads at home.

 

[coopermania]

That's fair enough, but I live in a very populated area. I can't risk an accidental discharge by chambering unproven loads at home.

Loaded rounds ???? Who said anything about chambering loaded rounds for checking headspace ?
We were discussing pushing the shoulder back to get the correct headspace. I use empty fireformed cases to setup my dies.
You never answered about the rifle you are loading for ??? Auto or bolt ??

 

[HumbleEinstein]

Loaded rounds ???? Who said anything about chambering loaded rounds for checking headspace ?
We were discussing pushing the shoulder back to get the correct headspace. I use empty fireformed cases to setup my dies.
You never answered about the rifle you are loading for ??? Auto or bolt ??

I understand. Can you tell that I'm new to reloading?

I'm loading for a Rem 700 in .308. Goal is maximum accuracy for 100 to 1200 yards.