.223/5.56 Military Brass Quality?

[Xfire68]

I am new to reloading military surplus for .223/5.56 and I am wondering what is your experience with how well it holds up compared to your favorite factory ammo brass in this caliber?

 

[DiscoRacing]

Ive had good luck with the military brass myself... seems to last more loads... loading data suggests loading 1 grain lighter than commercial brass tho.

 

[medalguy]

Same here. I prefer milsurp brass, seems to last longer. Federal brass for my money goes in the scrap bucket, too soft and too many loose primers. LC is probably the best brass on the market.

 

[DiscoRacing]

Better than factory... you should have said better than commercial...isnt that what you mean?

 

[Xfire68]

Yes Disco that is what I should have posted.

 

[Raven Armament]

Better than new brass.

Fired brass has proven itself.

New brass has yet to prove itself.