Reloading .338 Lapua

**Das Nemesis** · February 11th, 2009, 04:22 AM

can anyone direct me to a good setup and supplier of powder, shells and rounds for .338 lapua magnums?
as well as a good press and everything required to reload the rounds.

**Jake Mc.** · February 11th, 2009, 04:41 AM

I'm not sure on the cases powder and rounds, but like to lean toward the Lee dies and presses. I started out with the "Lee Anniversary Kit". Actually, I'm still using it. It's made tons of bullets! Comes with everything you need to get goin. Also has an excellent book that taught me a lot! (Modern Reloadng)

The site is www.LeePrecision.com I think, but you should be able to find a deal on the kit on Ebay.

It definitely ain't top of the line but the price is right. I think I spent around $150 for it, and it came with 1 set of dies. You can definitely get better, but you'll pay a lot more for it!

Good luck, and happy loading!

**CENTERMAST** · February 11th, 2009, 06:18 AM

I will tell you to purchase RCBS equipment. More money yes, but better products. As far as loads go, my 338 Lapua is based on a Remington 700 action fitted to a Hart Hi Power over the course barrel and a custom laminated wood stock. Reloading is pretty straightforward- Federal 215 primers, Lapua brass, 88.5gr of Reloader 19 powder, and Sierra 250gr Matchking bullets. A word of caution though, I am 6'2"@265lbs and I strongly recommend a muzzle brake and GOOD hearing protection because this is a hammer. Hope this helps, good luck and have fun.