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...
The Real Reason Your Reloading Isn’t Consistent (and How to fix it)
Straight Shooters
29 minutes
2 months ago
The Real Reason Your Reloading Isn’t Consistent (and How to fix it)
In this episode of the Forster Straight Shooters Podcast, Scott and Josh dive deep into the art of reloading and why the smallest details can make the biggest difference. Fresh off a Scheels training event, they break down what happens when 80 different people get hands-on with reloading gear—and the surprising factors that affect consistency. From seating depth issues to the impact of handle pressure, carbon build-up, and even the simple act of brushing case necks, the guys uncover why proce...
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...
