Bertram vs. Jamison brass
by Hoot 
, Diversityville, Liberal-sota, Thursday, August 30, 2012, 12:25 (4470 days ago)
I seem to recall one or the other was a good one to avoid. Any experience or opinions?
Thanks!
Bertram used to have a strong reputation as being very
by Hobie 
, Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Thursday, August 30, 2012, 13:24 (4470 days ago) @ Hoot
brittle and thus had a short life. It seemed to have a different alloy as well and that might have contributed to the problem. I have some of the late stuff that is .45-75 WCF which seems ok. I also got, finally, some of the Jamison .45-75. It looks good but I haven't loaded or shot any of it yet.
Don't know what you want it for. IME, which cartridge can also make a difference.
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Sincerely,
Hobie
Don't understand your last sentence......
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Sorry, In My Experience which cartridge also makes a
by Hobie , Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, Thursday, August 30, 2012, 18:12 (4469 days ago) @ Bud
difference. I.e. (that is), the various makers seem to have certain cartridges down pat and not so much on others. I have favorite makers depending on which cartridge it might be.
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Sincerely,
Hobie
Well, I already ordered the Bertram so...
by Hoot , Diversityville, Liberal-sota, Thursday, August 30, 2012, 14:31 (4470 days ago) @ Hobie
I have some Bertram brass in 6.5x53R. Loading history is unknown. The last trip to the range I had a partial case separation and a few "maybe imminents". Midway had more and on sale so I ordered it. This way, I'll know history.
The only experience with Jamison is some commercially loaded cases for the .35 Newton. I fired 4 rounds and split 4 necks. Was thinking of dismantling the ammo and trying to anneal the case necks but haven't gotten to that project yet.
Just curious about the products in general.
Thanks!