I always F.L. size new brass, then trim and uniform the flash-holes and primer pockets, too. I just do it as a start to keep a case consistency on a particular lot of brass (usually a 50 count), and because I have the time and rather enjoy it anyway. I do this with Rem, Win and Fed brass. With Lapua brass (and the new Peterson brass I just started to use in my '06s) I just check case length after F.L. sizing and load 'em up. I've found Lapua and the new Peterson brass to be very consistent in case length; not generally so with the other brands mentioned.
I would imagine the amount of ammo needed to be reloaded, and the frequency of using the reloading bench no doubt can determine one's own steps in case prep practice. I try as hard as I can in the consistency of my reloading, range time and rifle maintenance to make that one good, confident shot on a critter. For me, that's what it all comes down to.
I would imagine the amount of ammo needed to be reloaded, and the frequency of using the reloading bench no doubt can determine one's own steps in case prep practice. I try as hard as I can in the consistency of my reloading, range time and rifle maintenance to make that one good, confident shot on a critter. For me, that's what it all comes down to.