How To Reload Your Empty Cartridge Cases With 9mm Brass Shells
If you're running low on 9mm brass, then it may be time to learn how to reload your empty cartridge cases with 9mm brass shells. Before you consider discarding old brass, take a good look at them. Then, ask yourself if you're really going to let perfectly good materials go to waste — or if you'll take a couple of minutes and learn how to reload your empty cartridge cases with 9mm brass shells instead.
Prepare Your Brass
You need to remove the primers from your brass shell casings. The easiest way to do this is with a bench vise and a pair of pliers. You can also use a hammer and anvil if you don't have access to any of these tools, but it won't be as easy.
Remove the Primer
Using your pliers, grip the primer pocket at one end of the casing and gently squeeze until it pops out of place. Make sure you don't accidentally crush or deform the case while doing this; if you do, you might have trouble using it in future reloads.
Flatten the Primer
The next step is to get rid of that pesky little button on top of your empty cartridge case; this is called flattening the primer. This will allow you to reuse your case for reloading purposes. To flatten your primer, take your hammer (or anvil) and tap it gently over the top of each individual primer until it's flattened out completely— just be sure not to hit too hard, or else you could deform or damage the case further.
Measure the Gunpowder
Measure the amount of gunpowder you need based on how much space is left in your cartridge case. If all of the gunpowder does not fit, reduce the amount you are using. This helps reduce the risk of having any major problems when reloading your cases.
Add Primers
Once you have charged the case with powder, you can add primers. You should always use standard small rifle primers when reloading 9mm brass cases. This will ensure that your reloaded cartridges will fire properly and accurately.
Add Bullets
Next, add bullets to each case by placing one into each case's mouth and lightly pressing down on it until it is seated in place. Be careful not to push too hard, or you may damage your bullet.
It's not hard to reload your own ammunition, but it is important to know what you're doing. Contact a 9mm brass supplier to get what you need to reload your ammunition.