Don't blow yourself up - Handloading 101

[Commando]

Alright folks, let's talk about not turning your reloading bench into a fireworks show:

First, always double-check your powder charges....seriously, measure twice, load once. also keep your workspace clean and organized, because clutter kills. You should also start with published load data and work up slowly. And for the love of all that's holy, don't mix up your powders!

Hope this helps

 

[Wickham]

Right on, man. Keeping that bench tidy and measuring powder twice is the difference between a good day and a bad accident. I've stuck to published data since day one... no shame in playing it safe.

 

[Commando]

Exactly right, there's no such thing as being too careful with reloading. Better to be the boring guy who double-checks everything than the cautionary tale