What is a better/more reliable ammo-Lake City 308 or Federal American Eagle?

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skeeter

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Natchez Shooters Supply has some Lake City 308 which I think is manufactured around 2002 for $220 a case of 500 vs their American Eagle for around $250. Does anyone know which ammo is higher quality. I was concerned about the laquered primers on the LC clogging the firing pin hole.
 
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Powderman

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I'd say both. IIRC, LC ammunition is made under supervision by Federal, anyway.

However, if durability is a concern, LC brass has a reputation for durability and reliability.
 
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hpg

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Lake City is made to U.S.Mil-Spec, I can't remember if it's NATO Spec or not.. I doubt the Federal American Eagle is. hpg
 
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Toolman

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I like Amer Eagle but it's kinda pricy.
I've bought close to 2500 rnds of Lake City over the last two years. The military brass is thicker too. I had no problem removing the mil crimp in the primer pocket for reloading either. I don't think it gets any better than LC.
 
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skeeter

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Toolman and all- Thanks- The Am.eagle is now $9.98 a box and $209 for 500rds of LC. I think I will go with the LC
 
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