In this episode of the Forster Reloading Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most common questions in precision reloading — what’s the real difference between an expander ball and a mandrel? Josh and Scott break down the mechanics behind each, when you should use one over the other, and how both impact your brass consistency, neck tension, and overall precision. We also wrap up the 2025 match season, thank our amazing sponsors and shooters, and talk about what’s coming next for 2026. Topics...
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In this episode of the Forster Reloading Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most common questions in precision reloading — what’s the real difference between an expander ball and a mandrel? Josh and Scott break down the mechanics behind each, when you should use one over the other, and how both impact your brass consistency, neck tension, and overall precision. We also wrap up the 2025 match season, thank our amazing sponsors and shooters, and talk about what’s coming next for 2026. Topics...
Secrets to Longer Brass Life Every Reloader Should Know
Straight Shooters
24 minutes
3 months ago
Secrets to Longer Brass Life Every Reloader Should Know
In this episode of the Straight Shooters Podcast, we sit down with Nick from Peterson Cartridge to talk all things brass. From quality control to customer support, this episode offers a deep dive into what makes Peterson brass unique in the reloading industry. Nick shares insights into Peterson's meticulous inspection and production process, how small changes affect performance, and why consistency is key. The conversation covers tips for maximizing brass life, and the innovations behind th...
Straight Shooters
In this episode of the Forster Reloading Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most common questions in precision reloading — what’s the real difference between an expander ball and a mandrel? Josh and Scott break down the mechanics behind each, when you should use one over the other, and how both impact your brass consistency, neck tension, and overall precision. We also wrap up the 2025 match season, thank our amazing sponsors and shooters, and talk about what’s coming next for 2026. Topics...
