7.65x53 Argy Brass from 8MM Mauser?
Anybody have experience making up 7.65x53 Argentine brass from 8MM Mauser brass? I have plenty of 8MM Mauser brass and would prefer to use some of it up instead of buying in new Argentine brass. Could I get away with just buying a 7.65Mauser trim die and using it to reform my 8MM Mauser brass in it? I have a Rockchucker, so the press is strong enough.
TIA
Tom
www.vingage-gunlore.com
Thanks for all of the feedback.
Good advice from everyone -- thanks.
It looks as if I will end up having to buy a 7.65 Argentine FL die set (anyone have a used set they would like to part with?). I will then be able to reform my 8x57 brass and trim it in my Forster case trimmer.
Will it be necessary for me to anneal the necks of the trimmed and reformed brass?
BTW, the reason for all of this is that I am acquiring an interesting GEW88 which has apparently been rebarreled for the 7.65 Argentine cartridge.
Last question: I'm a long-time NRA member, too -- how are you guys showing that with your board signatures?
Thanks again.
Tom
www.vintage-gunlore.com