This course teaches beginning re-loaders the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude to safely reload metallic cartridges. Course is 8 hours in length and is conducted in the DPRC clubhouse. Includes all books, materials and reloading components needed for the class. Students will receive the NRA Guide to Reloading handbook, the Basic Reloading Student Exam, a course completion certificate, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure and NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program Booklet
Lessons in the NRA Basic Metallic Reloading class include:
Introduction to Reloading & Reloading Safety
The Firing Process
The Reloading Process
Why People Reload
The Fundamental Safety Rules for Reloading
Centerfire Cartridge Components
Proper nomenclature for centerfire cartridge components: Cases; Primers; Powder; & Bullets
Proper handling & storage procedures for cartridge components
Using the Reloading Manual & Reloading Data
Selecting a suitable load for a particular metallic cartridge from a reloading manual
Identifying useful ballistics information for a particular metallic cartridge load in the ballistics tables in reloading manuals
Metallic Cartridge Reloading Equipment
Identifying the equipment necessary to reload metallic cartridges
The proper operation & maintenance of reloading equipment
Requirements for a basic reloading bench
The Metallic Cartridge Reloading Process
The proper techniques used to reload metallic cartridges
Proper hygienic guidelines for handling lead & components
Practical Exercises
Set up & operate reloading equipment
Set up a reloading data log and labels
Reload (4) 9MM metallic cartridges
Class Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Cost: $125.00 - Includes all books, materials and reloading components needed for the class
To sign up you can register online or contact the instructor
Rick Miller919-616-1175
email: rickmiller227@gmail.com
No firearms in the classroom !