Thread: I reloaded some 45-70 for my new rifle!

Originally Posted by Maca49

I struggle to get 70 grains in without severe crushing!

70 grains leaves no room for filler in my cases and the bullet (lee 405 gr flat nose) rests on the powder with the crimp groove level with the case mouth. Ive never crimped rounds which is probably why they have lasted so long, the stickyness of the lube keeps the bullets in ok