.223 Brass Question

[Titanium Man]

I noticed Nickel Plated Brass is not too expensive, as is new Lake City 5.56x45 unfired. I'm curious with all the choices at Midway USA for unprimed new brass which is in stock, which is the best choice? I've got a Brother In-Law who loves to reload my 223 ammo, and was just trying to find a good deal on brass.

Thanks for any contributions to my decision!

 

[billmyn]

lake city is my preference . its thicker than the Winchester nickel and will require a little less powder to acheive same pressures .

 

[red_zr24x4]

90% of my brass is surplus once fired. I just cant see spending the money on new brass when surplus (LC,WCC,etc.) works just as well for half the price.

 

[x10]

I've found that the nickeled brass is a bit more brittle and doesn't size as smoothly sometimes

The only reason I prefer nickel to non is on some guns I put different loads in the shiny cases that way I always keep them separated.

 

[SSGSAD]

90% of my brass is surplus once fired. I just cant see spending the money on new brass when surplus (LC,WCC,etc.) works just as well for half the price.

^^^^^ THIS ^^^^^ I agree 100% .....

 

[Leo]

There is almost always people selling brass in the classifieds on this site. Good clean .223 brass is usually between a nickle and a dime a piece. I have plenty if you need it. Good Luck

 

[Brownie]

Just a reminder. You will have the extra step of removing the primer pocket crimp on once fired military brass. The new LC stuff at midway dosent have it.

 

[Yote69]

If you can't find brass that fits your needs here you can normally get pretty good deals on Gunbroker.com.

 

[Titanium Man]

Thanks for the input!!

 

[Yeah]

Nickel flakes and the flakes will eat your dies.

 

[Hazwhopper]

I have used Nickle in handgun reloading. I like it because it is easier to find once fired. The other reason is that with straight walled cases, it is more durable. However with necked or shouldered cases, I find they collapse easier. That is a good tell tale of when to replace or restock your brass.
I really like the looks of Nickle cases though. They are easier to clean and prepare. They don't seem to strech as much as others.