Re: Sizing 9mm cases
I gave up reloading 9mm a long time ago for a number of reasons. But, I reload LOTS of .45 ACP and also use a Dillon Case Gauge and yes sometimes I'll get one that sticks up a little on the first try, then makes it with a little help or on the second try. Those that don't make it all, will get the bullet pulled after I go over them with the caliper to try to detect what might be wrong, although usually I do end up discarding that piece of brass.
The Case gauge is a good thing if you're reloading for more than one pistol, if only one pistol though why not dismount the barrel and use the chamber as your case gauge? It's the same drill, and the case rim should seat below the hood. After all the pistol's chamber is the final gauge.
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