reloading 16 ga

[6pt-Sika]

I started loading the 16 using WIN WSF about the time WIN brought out the WAA16 wad . Since that time I’ve used Universal Clays some , Unique a fair amount , SR7625 a fair amount and maybe 8-10 pounds of SR4756 in a load the guy I bought several thousand WIN smooth red AA style hulls from . It’s worth noting all the 16’s I loaded were ounce loads .

[Harold Pickens]

On its way Clarke, hope it's useful. Also have files of regular pressure loads. Theses all came off the 16 ga Forum years ago

[Andy]

Clark, are those the only hulls you have, or that you prefer to load? Seems like worlds open up for the 16 with 2 1/2" Cheddite hulls. I've loaded those in 12 and they're good for one reload, seemed a bit floppy after that but that might just be a faulty observation as I was just starting out. I can reload Cheddite's a number of times and STS or Gun Clubs like 45,000 times.

[Clark McCombe]

I have some of these Fiocchi to use up, didn't want to just throw them out, but I may wind up doing that. I also have some 2 1/2 RST which Im guessing are the same as Cheddite.
I have some 2 1/2 cheddites ordered as well.
Just got my 16 ga loader last week. Anxious to get started !

[Andy]

Hahahaha!! I was there. Now I can fill a landfill with hulls I will never use. My simple advice is get a short kit for the MEC and stick with 2.5 cheddite. If you need any I can send you some PM me.

[edgarspencer]

Originally Posted by Andrew Sacco

Clark, are those the only hulls you have, or that you prefer to load? Seems like worlds open up for the 16 with 2 1/2" Cheddite hulls. I've loaded those in 12 and they're good for one reload, seemed a bit floppy after that but that might just be a faulty observation as I was just starting out. I can reload Cheddite's a number of times and STS or Gun Clubs like 45,000 times.

I throw my Cheddites out when I get too embarrassed when people see how dirty they are. My Scots family would deny any relationship.

[Brett Trimble]

Clark,

Here’s a low pressure 7/8 oz load with Cheddite 2 1/2 hulls and longshot FWIW..

Brett

[Harold Pickens]

That looks like a nice low pressure load, Brett, I think I'll try it.

[Brett Trimble]

Harold,

I should have mentioned that these loads were
roll crimped. I have similar loads with Unique, Universal Clays and Green dot as well.

Best,
Brett

[Clark McCombe]

Thanks Brett,
From what I have seen, it just seems the way to go to use a 2 1/2 cheddite….the short kit is going on the MEC !