.40 S&W Brass Cases Starline 100 Count
Starline Brass Cases for .40 S&W Caliber, Bulk Pack of 100 Units
Starline Precision Ammunition Components is dedicated to manufacturing brass casings with the tightest possible production tolerances, ensuring consistent performance and reliability for competitive shooting, tactical applications, and precision reloading. Each case is engineered to meet or exceed SAAMI specifications, providing reloaders and shooters with a dependable foundation for handloading high-quality ammunition.
All Starline .40 S&W brass casings undergo specialized heat treatment processes designed to enhance metallurgical strength and durability. This thermal annealing procedure optimizes the cases hardness and elasticity, allowing it to withstand repeated firing cycles while maintaining structural integrity and consistent chambering characteristics.
The brass is new, unfired, and unprimed, offering reloaders a pristine starting point for custom load development. Prior to loading, it is recommended to trim the cases to the correct length and chamfer and deburr the case mouths to facilitate smooth bullet seating and prevent projectile damage during assembly.
Due to manufacturing variances and handling during transport, the case mouths may occasionally exhibit slight deviations from perfect roundness. To ensure optimal bullet alignment and seating, it is advisable to run the cases through an expander die. This step will re-round the case mouth and slightly flare it, enabling easier bullet insertion and consistent crimping.
Reloaders should also inspect for and remove any burrs or sharp edges on the case mouth that could impede bullet seating or cause inconsistent pressure readings during firing. Proper case preparation is critical for achieving maximum accuracy and safe reloading practices.
Surface discolorations or spotting may be visible on the neck and body of new brass cases. These marks are a natural byproduct of the annealing process, wherein the brass is rapidly heated to a precise temperature and then quickly cooled. This controlled thermal cycle imparts the ideal balance of hardness and malleability, allowing the case to expand and contract reliably under firing pressures while maintaining a secure grip on the projectile.
Such annealing residues do not affect the performance or longevity of the brass and are common among high-quality reloadable casings. Starlines commitment to metallurgical excellence ensures that each case delivers consistent chamber pressures, reliable extraction, and extended reload life, making them a preferred choice among precision shooters and handloaders specializing in metallic and semi-metallic cartridge components.