How Long Does 300 Prc Brass Last?

2025-07-09 01:07:03 219

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Lincoln
Lincoln
2025-07-14 20:31:34
I'm a reloading enthusiast who's been tinkering with 300 PRC for a while now. From my experience, the lifespan of 300 PRC brass depends heavily on how hot you load it and how often you resize. If you stick to moderate loads and full-length resize sparingly, you can get 5-7 firings before the primer pockets start to loosen. Pushing max loads with aggressive resizing might only give you 2-3 uses before the brass gives out. Annealing helps extend the life, but eventually, the stress of firing takes its toll. I keep a close eye on case head expansion and primer pocket tightness to decide when to retire a batch.
Kiera
Kiera
2025-07-11 16:23:09
As someone who competes in long-range shooting, I treat 300 PRC brass like a consumable. The high pressures and tight tolerances mean brass life is shorter than calibers like .308. With meticulous care—annealing every firing, neck sizing only, and using moderate loads—I’ve stretched some cases to 8-10 firings. But that’s the exception, not the rule.

Most shooters will see 4-6 firings before signs of wear appear, like split necks or loose primer pockets. Lapua brass tends to last longer than factory options, but it’s pricey. If you’re running hot loads for ELR competitions, expect even less. I track each firing in a logbook and inspect brass under a magnifier to catch issues early. It’s a balancing act between performance and longevity.
Sophie
Sophie
2025-07-14 14:06:50
I’ve burned through a lot of 300 PRC brass while hunting and target shooting. The cartridge’s high pressure and belted design mean brass life isn’t infinite. With factory ammo, I’ve gotten 3-4 reloads before the primer pockets got sketchy. Handloading with careful attention to resizing and annealing bumps that to 5-6.

Brass from brands like ADG or Norma holds up better than budget options, but it’s still not forever. Thick case walls help with consistency but also mean more stress during firing. I’ve learned to retire brass at the first sign of trouble—cracks, stretched shoulders, or hard primer seating. It’s cheaper than risking a malfunction in the field.
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