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Estimate case count from weight, or estimate the weight of an order.
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Calculators, brass-preparation information and practical guides in one place.
Our Processing Steps
See how our equipment and preparation stages fit together.
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The same six preparation packages and optional extras are available for customer-supplied brass and brass purchased from Wissota Brass. Select the path you need.
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Process My Brass — Packages & Prices →Headstamp & Primer Guide
Understand case markings, Boxer versus Berdan designs, and small and large primer-pocket terminology.
Explore Headstamp Identification →Bullet & Cartridge Anatomy
Labeled diagrams explain the projectile, case, propellant and primer, plus common bullet and case terminology.
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Explore reloading, brass-care and shooting articles from trusted industry sources.
Read Reloading & Shooting Articles →How to Prepare Brass for Processing
Before sending cases, contact Wissota Brass to confirm the caliber, requested package and return arrangements.
- Sort and label: Keep calibers separate and label each container with your name and the caliber. Note any requested headstamps or primer-pocket preferences.
- Confirm what you are sending: Tell us the approximate quantity and condition, including whether primers remain in the cases. Do not include loaded ammunition or loose primers.
- Pack securely: Use a sturdy box with a strong inner liner, secure the seams and include your contact details and agreed processing request in each package.
- Arrange shipping: Confirm the shipping address, carrier requirements and return shipping with us before dispatch.
Understanding Weight Estimates
Case weights vary with headstamp, caliber, primer status and condition. Use the weight calculator for approximate counts and net brass weight. Packaging adds to shipping weight; inventory and final quantities are confirmed separately.
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SAAMI Dimensions & Drawings
Official cartridge and chamber dimensions are in SAAMI’s standards: Z299.3 for centerfire pistol and revolver, and Z299.4 for centerfire rifle. Check the exact cartridge designation and latest revisions.
Open Current SAAMI Standards ↗Hodgdon Reloading Data Center
Use Hodgdon’s current manufacturer-published data and component-specific guidance. Select your exact cartridge and components on their site.
Open Hodgdon Load Data ↗Brass Care & Inspection
Manufacturer resources covering case identification, inspection and sound reference habits.
Frankford Arsenal: Inspecting Cases ↗These external resources open in a new tab. SAAMI dimensional standards are not loading recipes. Consult current component-manufacturer data for loading guidance; Wissota Brass does not reproduce or generate load recipes.
Caliber Reference Library
Find a caliber from our directory, then use the official references to look up its dimensions and current published data. A catalog entry does not establish SAAMI standardization, interchangeability or current inventory.
Brass-Preparation Tips
- Identify first: Keep calibers and materials separate; set aside cases you cannot positively identify.
- Inspect carefully: Check for splits, deformation and other damage. Cleaning can make defects easier to see; shine alone does not establish serviceability.
- Keep useful records: Label headstamps, primer status and known history without assuming range pickups were fired only once.
- Check the right reference: Verify the exact cartridge and current manufacturer guidance before selecting specifications or components.
Further reading: Frankford Arsenal inspection guide and Starline’s reference articles.
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