223 REMINGTON RIFLE BRASS Reviews & Ratings
Reviews Summary
Reviewers highly praise the .223 Remington Lapua brass for its exceptional quality, durability, and performance in reloading. Many have noted that it lasts significantly longer than competitor brands, often requiring less preparation and yielding superb accuracy. While some users mention challenges with newer lots, the overall consensus is that Lapua remains their top choice for reliability.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Product Quality
75%
The quality of Lapua brass is frequently highlighted, with reviewers noting its superior performance and consistency compared to competitors. Many assert that it withstands multiple loadings without issues such as loose primer pockets or split necks, reinforcing its high reputation in the market.
Durability and Reloading Longevity
70%
Numerous reviews emphasize the durability of Lapua brass, which can be reloaded multiple times (often exceeding six). Users appreciate that the brass maintains its integrity longer than cheaper alternatives, making it a cost-effective choice over time.
Precision and Accuracy
60%
Several customers report achieving impressive accuracy with Lapua brass, often stating that it rivals that of bolt-action rifles. The consistency in dimensions without significant trimming requirements allows for better load recipes, which is critical for competitive shooting.
Ease of Use
65%
Many users point out the low level of preparation needed for Lapua brass compared to other brands. Reviewers appreciate that it is ready to load out of the box, with fewer necessary steps like cleaning flash holes or trimming necks, making it convenient for reloaders.
Comparison to Other Brands
50%
While some users mention experimenting with other brands like Norma, Lapua remains favored for its overall performance and quality. The contrast in case length consistency and preparation needs is frequently noted, emphasizing the loyalty to Lapua despite potential higher prices.
Good brass
Good brass
Lapua brass is hard to surpass
I started buying .223 Rem. Lapua loaded factory ammo, in the 50 rd. box, 5-6 years ago when they were around $18 to $22 per box (on sale from a sports warehouse). I purchased around 2400 rds. Some of that brass has been loaded 6 times and they're still going strong. Not one case has been tossed out due to loose primer pocket or split necks, etc. I do trim the overall length after the 3rd full length sizing. I reload with Starline, Norma, Nosler, Win., Rem., Federal Premium and Geco rifle brass. I like Lapua the best. Excellent results and consistency.
Extreme quality
Quality is far superior to any brass I have used. Have not been able to load up, but will in the next week. Expect great result in accuracy and better ES and SD
Great brass. Would buy again and again
Great product. Primer pockets are tight. Brass will last a long time
Great brass
Use for competition and for all around general shooting
Lapua brass the best you can buy
I use the Lapua 223 brass to shoot 223 ackly improved ammo works great
I prefer Lapua brass
I use Lapua brass almost exclusively. Some claim it is more expensive, but I find that the reloads per brass with Lapua is twice most of its low price competitors. Lapua is ready to load out of the box and I find that it has almost no trim length variation in a box of 100. Lapua annealing is outstanding and the primer pockets wear out before the necks split. I can't say that about any other brass I have tried.
Best in class!
I get superb accuracy loading with Lapua brass. I have an AR15 built with a 26" Kreiger barrel. It's as accurate as many bolt guns at about 0.5 to 0.75 MOA. To get that accuracy, just like a bolt gun, you have to get the load recipe right. I am loading 70g Berger VLDs with 22.0g 2230 powder into Lapua cases. These cases require the least amount of preparation. I full length size them, trim to length and load. With other brass, I also have to clean the flash hole, primer pockets and turn necks. Lapuajust gives me the consistency needed to get the performance out of my rifle. I am anxiously awating the .260 Remington cases.
Case lengths all over the chart
I have been shooting Lapua brass for about 6 years and have been very impressed. Brass has always required the least amount of prep. The latest lot I purchased had case lengths that were all over the chart. Thinking of switching to Norma. Just loaded 1000 rds. using Norma brass and the case lengths for the vast majority were very close to trim length. It was like the old Lapua.


