Hi all

I'm somewhat new to reloading, but my first couple of attempts with .38 Special were successful, so I'm about ready to have a go at reloading for my SMLEs. I've read a number of threads here and elsewhere (including a couple of epic O-ring threads) and I was hoping to get some advice on a couple of points, before I start.

Let me start by outlining where I'm at:

I have a mix of commercial brass (Win, Rem, S&B, maybe some Prvi) that was fired in my No.1 Mk. III* and a bunch of HXP '69 brass that was fired in my No.4 Mk.1

I didn't know about O-rings when I fired those rounds, but my brass is segregated by rifle.

I have a box of .311 Spitzer (Speer, 150 grain) and am being given a half box of Sierra, 180 grain .311 Spitzers.

I've ordered a Lee Deluxe die set, with FL and neck sizing dies and also ordered a factory crimp die. I'll probably pick my loads from the current Lyman or Lee books.

My first question is, given that I didn't use the O-ring fire forming technique, is my best move to full length size, fire form with an O-ring then neck size thereafter, or should I just skip straight to neck sizing. If the latter, is there any benefit to using an O-ring when I next shoot the rounds, or has that ship sailed?

My other question is, should I anticipate any problems fitting commercial primers in the HXP cases? If so, what's the preferred technique?

Thanks for any suggestions.
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