I'm very happy to report that I have acquired a new Springfield M1A. I can't wait to disregard the user's manual and start loading for it. I will probably start with some jacketed loads.
I have seen it mentioned that some use the thicker military brass and size with the rcbs small base x die. Is that necessary?
It's stamped 308 so I don't see why I should use military over commercial brass.
I understand the point of the small base die is to make it a little smaller. If a regular die works fine should you get the x die?
I have no dies yet.
As always, thanks in advance.