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I just got a couple boxes of Berry's 220gr 300 AAC bullets.

They feel like they have a bit of oil on them. Maybe they are just really slick but it feels like oil.

Should I wash them off before reloading them?

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Thu Oct 12, 2017 4:25 pm
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If you truly think they have oil on them, I would wash them. Plated bullets are normally pretty shiny and smooth, though.

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Thu Oct 12, 2017 5:23 pm
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They just feel a little extra slippery.

The FAQ on their website says they get sized again after plating. I’m thinking they lube them for that.

I’ll email and ask.


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Fri Oct 13, 2017 3:02 pm
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Well, I’m case it helps ... I have tumbled dirty plated bullets in my wet tumbler, pins and all. Worked like a charm.

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Fri Oct 13, 2017 6:22 pm
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Got this reply from Berry's:

Scott,

If anything only wipe the bullets off, do not wash them or your bullets will tarnish. The lube is part of the restrike process and it is a little more apparent on them than our other bullets.

Thank you,

Berry’s Mfg

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It's not going to foul the powder unless it's dripping. Load 'em like they are.

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