Thread: Is reloading much cheaper??

My reloading costs for .308
Case amortization (assume 10 reloads) $0.16
Barrel replacement (assume 5000 shots) $0.20
Powder (approx varies a little with load) $0.40
Primer $0.10
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Subtotal $0.86

Projectile cost $0.50 or $1.00 depending on type.

So my average load is either $1.36 or $1.86 per round, tuned to my rifle.

Is that cheaper that bought ammunition? Probably, but I've never bought factory ammo.

I don't include amortize the cost of reloading gear as I load 2500 - 4500 rounds per year.
The loading gear has paid for itself (I hope).

I actually get over 10 uses per case and over 5000 rounds per barrel.
Primer, powder, projectiles and cases are bought in large lots to reduce the price.