About our Reloading Supplies
Reloading your own ammunition is more than just a cost-saving practice, it’s a way to take full control over the accuracy, consistency, and performance of your rounds.
Whether you’re an experienced reloader or just getting started, Ammunition Depot provides everything you need to build precision loads tailored to your specific needs.
We carry an extensive selection of reloading components, including projectiles, brass, primers, powder, reloading dies, presses, and shotgun wads from leading brands trusted by shooting enthusiasts worldwide.
At Ammunition Depot, we’re committed to supporting reloaders by offering reliable products at competitive prices, so you can enjoy the satisfaction of building ammunition that meets your performance goals while saving money in the long run.
Our inventory also features measuring tools and equipment to ensure every load is crafted with accuracy and consistency.
To make shopping easy, you can use filters for caliber, projectile, brand, and unit type to narrow results, helping you quickly find the exact reloading supplies you need.
Reloading Projectiles (Bullets) — Materials, Shapes, and Typical Use Cases
Reloading projectiles, often simply referred to as bullets, are one of the most critical components in any reloading setup.
At Ammunition Depot, we offer an extensive range of bullet types and calibers designed to deliver accuracy, consistency, and performance for every shooter.
Materials
Reloading bullets are crafted from a variety of materials, each offering unique benefits:
- Lead Core: Traditional and cost-effective, ideal for general target shooting.
- Copper-Jacketed (FMJ): Reduces barrel fouling and provides consistent feeding in semi-automatic firearms.
- Solid Copper or Brass: Designed for deep penetration and maximum weight retention, popular among hunters.
- Polymer-Tipped: Enhances aerodynamics and ensures reliable expansion on impact.
Shapes
Bullet shape directly influences accuracy, velocity, and application:
- Round Nose (RN): Reliable feeding, often used in lever-action rifles and revolvers.
- Full Metal Jacket (FMJ): A go-to for training and high-volume shooting due to cost efficiency.
- Hollow Point (HP): Expands on impact, making it a top choice for self-defense.
- Boat Tail (BT): Designed for long-range precision with improved stability and reduced drag.
- Spitzer (Pointed): Provides a flatter trajectory, perfect for hunting and long-range shooting.
Typical Use Cases
Different shooters rely on specific projectile types depending on their goals:
- Target Practice: FMJ and round nose bullets offer affordability and reliability.
- Hunting: Hollow point, polymer-tipped, and soft-point bullets provide controlled expansion for ethical kills.
- Competition Shooting: Boat tail and spitzer designs excel in precision and long-distance accuracy.
- Self-Defense: Jacketed hollow points (JHP) deliver consistent stopping power and reduced over-penetration risks.
With top brands and a wide range of calibers available, Ammunition Depot ensures that whether you’re a precision marksman, hunter, or casual shooter, you’ll find the right bullets to match your reloading goals.
Unprimed Brass — Case Families, Common Calibers, and Lifecycle Tips
Reloaders know that quality unprimed brass is the foundation of consistent and accurate ammunition.
At Ammunition Depot, we carry a wide selection of unprimed brass from trusted manufacturers, giving you the flexibility to craft custom rounds tailored to your exact needs.
Case Families
Unprimed brass comes in a variety of case families, each serving a different purpose:
- Straight-Walled Cases: Often used in revolver cartridges like .38 Special and .44 Magnum, known for durability and ease of reloading.
- Bottleneck Cases: Found in popular rifle rounds such as .223 Remington and .308 Winchester, designed for high velocity and superior accuracy.
- Magnum Cases: Engineered for powerful loads like .300 Win Mag or .357 Magnum, offering extra case capacity for higher performance.
Common Calibers
Our inventory features unprimed brass across the most in-demand calibers, including:
- Handgun Brass: 9mm Luger, .40 S&W, .45 ACP
- Rifle Brass: .223 Remington, .308 Winchester, .30-06 Springfield
- Specialty Brass: .300 Blackout, 6.5 Creedmoor, and magnum calibers for long-range precision shooting
Lifecycle Tips
Proper care extends the lifespan of your brass and ensures reliable performance:
- Inspect Before Use: Always check for cracks, dents, or weak spots.
- Resize and Trim: Regularly resizing and trimming keeps brass within safe specifications.
- Annealing: Heat treatment can restore ductility and extend brass longevity.
- Track Reload Cycles: Keep a count of how many times brass has been reloaded to avoid overuse.
Whether you’re crafting bulk practice rounds or precision match-grade ammo, unprimed brass from Ammunition Depot provides the durability and flexibility reloaders demand.
Use filters for caliber, projectile, brand, and unit type to narrow results and find exactly what you need for your reloading projects.
Reloading Dies — Sizing/Seating/Crimping Sets; Caliber Compatibility
Reloading dies are the backbone of precision reloading, ensuring every cartridge is resized, seated, and crimped with consistency.
At Ammunition Depot, we offer high-quality reloading dies that cover a wide range of calibers, giving reloaders the flexibility to customize their ammunition with confidence.
- Sizing Dies: Sizing dies restore fired brass back to its proper dimensions, making it ready for another reload.
- They ensure that cases fit securely in the chamber, maintaining both safety and accuracy. Options include full-length sizing dies for semi-automatics and neck-sizing dies for bolt-action precision rifles.
- Seating Dies: Seating dies precisely align and press the bullet into the case, controlling seating depth for consistent ballistics.
- Many sets also include a built-in crimp feature, ensuring your bullets stay secure even under heavy recoil or in high-volume shooting.
- Crimping Dies: Dedicated crimping dies provide an additional layer of security by firmly holding the bullet in place.
- This step is especially critical for revolvers, lever-action rifles, and cartridges exposed to repeated cycling.
- Caliber Compatibility: From popular handgun calibers like 9mm Luger, .45 ACP, and .40 S&W to rifle favorites such as .223 Remington, .308 Winchester, and 6.5 Creedmoor, our reloading die sets cover nearly every discipline.
- Whether you’re a competition shooter, hunter, or casual enthusiast, you’ll find the right die set for your needs.
At Ammunition Depot, our reloading dies are designed for shooters who demand precision and reliability. Use filters for caliber, projectile, brand, and unit type to narrow results and find the perfect die set for your reloading bench.
Reloading Presses — Single-Stage vs. Turret vs. Progressive Overview
A reloading press is the foundation of any reloader’s bench, serving as the core tool for crafting consistent, high-quality ammunition.
At Ammunition Depot, we provide a full range of reloading presses to meet the needs of both beginners and experienced shooters. From simple single-stage presses to advanced progressive models, our selection is designed to maximize efficiency, precision, and control.
- Single-Stage Presses: Single-stage presses are the most straightforward option, ideal for beginners or precision reloaders who value accuracy over speed. They hold one die at a time, making them perfect for meticulous case preparation and loading small batches.
- Turret Presses: Turret presses provide the best of both worlds, offering more speed than single-stage models while still allowing for careful oversight of the reloading process. With multiple dies mounted on a rotating turret head, users can switch between resizing, seating, and crimping operations without constantly changing dies.
- Progressive Presses: Progressive presses are built for volume and efficiency. Capable of performing multiple tasks with each pull of the handle, these presses can produce hundreds of rounds per hour. They are ideal for competitive shooters, high-volume range users, or anyone who wants to streamline their reloading process.
At Ammunition Depot, we stock presses from trusted brands, ensuring that every reloader can find a model suited to their needs. Use filters for caliber, projectile, brand, and unit type to narrow results and find the perfect press for your setup.
Shotgun Wads — Gauge/Shot Weight Pairing Basics
Shotgun wads are a vital component in reloading shotgun shells, serving as the barrier between powder, shot, and the barrel. At Ammunition Depot, we offer a wide selection of shotgun wads designed to improve performance, consistency, and accuracy in your reloads.
Choosing the right wad ensures that your shells deliver optimal shot patterns and reliable results for hunting, competition, or practice.
Gauge-Specific Wads
Wads are manufactured to match different shotgun gauges, with 12 gauge, 28 gauge, and 20 gauge being the most common. Each wad is designed to properly seat inside its respective hull, ensuring a snug fit that optimizes both pressure and velocity.
Shot Weight Pairing
Selecting the correct wad also depends on your desired shot weight. Light loads (7/8 oz to 1 oz) require wads with smaller shot cups, while heavier hunting loads (1-1/8 oz or more) need larger, deeper cups to contain the additional pellets. Proper pairing between wad size and shot weight maximizes consistency and accuracy.
Performance Benefits
- Pattern Control: Quality wads ensure even pellet dispersion, critical for both hunters and clay shooters.
- Reduced Fouling: Modern wad materials minimize barrel residue, making cleaning easier.
- Improved Comfort: Specialized designs help reduce recoil, providing smoother shooting sessions.
With wads available in a range of gauges, shot cup depths, and materials, reloaders can tailor each shell to meet their exact shooting needs. Use filters for caliber, projectile, brand, and unit type to quickly find the right shotgun wads in our reloading supplies collection.
Measuring & Case-Prep Tools — Calipers, trimmers, and tools
Reloading ammunition requires accuracy at every stage, and measuring and case-prep tools are the foundation of precision. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned reloader, investing in reliable tools ensures consistent performance, safer loads, and longer-lasting brass.
At Ammunition Depot, we provide a complete lineup of calipers, trimmers, deburring tools, chamfer tools, and case gauges to help you achieve professional-grade results.
Calipers — Exact Measurements Every Time
Digital and dial calipers are indispensable for measuring cartridge overall length (COL), case dimensions, and bullet seating depth. These tools help maintain strict tolerances, ensuring rounds chamber correctly and perform consistently.
Trimmers — Extending Brass Life
Case trimmers are essential for keeping brass within safe length specifications. Over time, brass stretches after repeated firings, and trimming keeps cases uniform. A properly trimmed case not only improves accuracy but also prevents malfunctions and excessive chamber pressure.
Additional Prep Tools — Fine-Tuning Your Brass
- Chamfer and Deburring Tools: Smooth the inside and outside of case mouths for easier bullet seating.
- Case Gauges: Quickly verify case dimensions and headspace for reliable chambering.
- Primer Pocket Tools: Clean or uniform primer pockets for consistent ignition.
Why Case-Prep Matters
Clean, trimmed, and measured brass forms the foundation of accurate handloads. Precision prep helps extend brass life, increases reliability, and enhances overall shooting performance.
From simple hand tools to advanced prep stations, our selection of measuring and case-prep equipment ensures that reloaders have everything needed for accuracy and consistency.
Use filters for caliber, projectile, brand, and unit type to narrow results and build a reloading bench tailored to your needs.
FAQs: Reloading Basics & Safety
QUESTION: What are the benefits of reloading your own ammunition?
ANSWER: Reloading ammunition can save you money on the per-round cost over time and allow you to customize your loads for improved performance and accuracy.
QUESTION: What do I need to start reloading ammunition?
ANSWER: Basic reloading equipment includes a reloading press, reloading dies, measuring tools, and reloading components like projectiles, unprimed brass, primers, and powder. A comprehensive reloading kit can help beginners get started.
QUESTION: What are reloading projectiles, and why are they important?
ANSWER: Reloading projectiles are the bullets used in reloading ammunition. They come in various types and calibers, allowing reloaders to tailor their ammunition for specific needs and improve shooting accuracy.
QUESTION: What is unprimed brass, and why should I use it?
ANSWER: Unprimed brass refers to empty cartridge cases that have not yet been primed. Using quality brass is crucial for reliable and consistent ammunition performance.
QUESTION: What are reloading dies, and how do they work?
ANSWER: Reloading dies are tools used in the reloading process to resize and shape brass cases. They ensure that the reloaded ammunition fits properly in the firearm chamber and functions correctly.
QUESTION: What types of reloading presses are available, and which one should I choose?
ANSWER: Reloading presses come in single-stage, turret, and progressive models. Beginners may start with a single-stage press for simplicity, while more experienced reloaders might prefer turret or progressive presses for increased efficiency.
QUESTION: What are shotgun wads, and why are they used in reloading?
ANSWER: Shotgun wads are components placed between the powder and shot in a shotgun shell. They help improve the performance and accuracy of the shot by creating a better seal and cushioning the shot.
QUESTION: What safety precautions should I take when reloading ammunition?
ANSWER: Always follow the manufacturer's guidelines, wear safety glasses, use a well-ventilated area, and double-check your measurements and components to prevent accidents and ensure safe reloading practices.
QUESTION: Where can I buy reliable reloading supplies and equipment?
ANSWER: Ammunition Depot offers a wide selection of reloading supplies, including projectiles, unprimed brass, reloading dies, presses, shotgun wads, and other essential components from top brands.