What's the easiest way to get into making .224 bullets from 22lr cases?

[AbitNutz]

I know just about everybody who makes swaging dies has some sort of die set or die kit to make .224 jacketed bullets from 22lr cases. I've got a line on a great swage press so if I happen to need power, it will be no problem.

But what do I need and who makes the most cost/wise efficient dies and widgets? I don't mind spending extra if it's actually better.

I'm just horribly confused about what I actually need to sit down with a pile of spent 22lr cases and start spitting out finished .224 bullets.

Also, are 22 WMR cases doable?

[rcslotcar]

I use BT Sniper equipment, he is on this site. I don't think you can make better quality boolits than his dies put out. Do a search for his reviews.

[Super Sneaky Steve]

Larry Blackman makes a very high quality kit for a fraction of the price.
http://bulletswagingsupply.com/

You can derim 22wmr with one die then swage it down to make 224 bullets with another.

Here's his price sheet.
http://bulletswagingsupply.com/main-price-sheet.pdf

[dverna]

If I was younger, I would make the investment. I have always found good deals on .224 bullets so there was no incentive to get into swaging. But times are changing.

You are wise to be looking at adding this capability.

[pertnear]

The .22 WMR empties can be made into .243 bullet jackets.

[Gew]

I started in 2007 with the Corbin reloading press swage dies. Still have them and they have paid for themselves. I drilled a block of wood that rests on the the ejector rod and just lean my arm on it to eject either the seated core or finished bullet.

[rancher1913]

for 224 boolits you do not need a swag press, any good strong press like an rcbs rockchucker or even some lee presses work just fine, its only the larger calibers and longer bullets that need a swag press.

btsniper has a btsimple set that will get you started for a modest amount, its what I started with, but be forewarned once you fall down this rabbit hole its gets addictive and expensive.

[AbitNutz]

for 224 boolits you do not need a swag press, any good strong press like an rcbs rockchucker or even some lee presses work just fine, its only the larger calibers and longer bullets that need a swag press.


Oh, I'm well aware that I don't need a swaging press to do the 22lr thing but I do need it for some other things I've been playing with. I've already snapped the handle off a very strong reloading press. I put a 3-foot black iron pipe over the handle for extra leverage and....snap. I won't go into what it I was doing as it it's long and boring. I went over to a friend of mine that has an old Corbin S press and it squeezed it like nothing....without any 3-foot black iron gas pipe. But I surely value your advice and insight.

[AbitNutz]

Larry Blackman makes a very high quality kit for a fraction of the price.
http://bulletswagingsupply.com/

You can derim 22wmr with one die then swage it down to make 224 bullets with another.

Here's his price sheet.
http://bulletswagingsupply.com/main-price-sheet.pdf

Thanks man! This makes life easier!

[AbitNutz]

Is Larry Blackmon backed up a ton...like everyone else? I wrote him last week and no response as of yet.

[Super Sneaky Steve]

Is Larry Blackmon backed up a ton...like everyone else? I wrote him last week and no response as of yet.

I think he's more of a phone guy than an email guy.
Phone 318-387-3266 Cell 318-372-1634

Sometimes he misses some of my emails too. Try giving him a call.

This channel made a series of videos on his press and dies.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-vQpwgiHbA

[AbitNutz]

I think he's more of a phone guy than an email guy.
Phone 318-387-3266 Cell 318-372-1634

Sometimes he misses some of my emails too. Try giving him a call.

This channel made a series of videos on his press and dies.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-vQpwgiHbA

Thanks, I'll give him a call.

[jixxerbill]

Can’t go wrong with Dr. Blackmon.
Very nice guy and will help you any way he can.
As was stated he will generally answer his phone if not leave a message he will call you back.
I got a few more things from him a couple months ago and he sent them straight out. So he wasn’t backed up then.

[Utah Shooter]

Can’t go wrong with Dr. Blackmon.
Very nice guy and will help you any way he can.
As was stated he will generally answer his phone if not leave a message he will call you back.
I got a few more things from him a couple months ago and he sent them straight out. So he wasn’t backed up then.
This would be my option. Of course I have already purchased his setup.