Resizing 223 to 222.

[Piglet]

I do the same but I use a 221 fireball trim die adjusted to push shoulder back just shy of 222. Trim to 222 length (not w trim die) then fl size w 222 die and set head space to 222 spec.

If I had a 222 trim die I'd do the same w it

 

[ArtinNC]

A Redding trim die is $46 at Midway .

 

[JC Boggs]

I have tried to resize LC 223 brass down to 222. The resized brass will not chamber in my 222. I believe the issue may be that 222 rifle has a "tight" chamber. I am using an RCBS FL sizing die. Another cause may be the RCBS FL sizing die is too large. Is anyone successfully resizing 223 to 222?

I use a redding forming die, one stroke on the press, trim the case, viola! 222 brass! I believe it was @ $40

 

[ricco1949]

I use a 20 VT trim die set for proper 222 headspace, trim to length in Dillon 1500, chamfer on Giraud, FL size and ready to fire. No neck turning necessary on 222 with my Manson Saami reamer.

 

[Mark W]

I have come to the conclusion that FREE time is worth much more than FREE brass.

Some like saving money and getting free aggravation.

IMO, that depends on if you have more money than time.

 

[ricco1949]

I have come to the conclusion that FREE time is worth much more than FREE brass.

Some like saving money and getting free aggravation.

Between retirement and the boneyard it's all freetime......building WC brass or building rifles can keep you out of a whole lot of "WORSER" places.

 

[Hipshoot]

Make all the .222R brass outa .223 brass that you want! It's a hobby/sport and that is what you are there for!

No wasted time in doing the conversion, only enjoyment.