Federal Premium Gold Medal .45 ACP Unprimed Reloading Brass Cases (Bag of 100)
Clear Product Overview
Federal Premium Gold Medal 45 ACP brass sets the benchmark for competition marksmen and defensive handloaders. Federal Premium builds this unprimed match brass in Anoka, Minnesota to deliver match-winning grouping in 1911 handguns and modern semi-automatic pistols.
First, Federal draws these cases with pure copper-zinc alloy and strict wall limits. Consequently, reloaders get equal internal volume and smooth bullet seating. In addition, the durable case head features a Large Pistol Primer (LPP) pocket. Furthermore, smooth case mouths ensure easy seating and dependable taper crimping. Therefore, this 45 acp brass gives you low velocity spreads and complete cycling reliability.
Relevant Specifications
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Brand: Federal Premium (Gold Medal Series)
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Cartridge: .45 ACP (.45 Auto)
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Condition: New, Factory Unprimed Match Cases
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Primer Pocket Style: Large Pistol Primer (LPP) Pocket
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Cartridge Type: Straight-Wall Rimless Handgun Casing
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Material Composition: High-Purity Cartridge Brass
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Case Finish: Cleaned and Uniformed Case Mouths
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Quantity: Bag of 100 Casings
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Country of Origin: Made in the USA (Anoka, MN)
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Quality Standard: Match-Grade Inspection Standard
Real-World Use Information
Bullseye competitors and action pistol shooters select 45 acp brass for match-grade reloading. Consequently, handloaders seating 185gr to 230gr .451 bullets achieve tight groups and clean target punches.
In addition, the durable straight-wall design resizes easily across many reloading cycles. Therefore, 1911 marksmen enjoy long case life and round-to-round feed reliability in all magazines.
Compatibility & Requirements
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Firearm Compatibility: Fits all 1911 pistols, striker-fired handguns, pistol-caliber carbines (PCC), and revolvers chambered in .45 ACP.
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Reloading Equipment: Needs standard .45 ACP sizing dies and a compatible pistol shell holder or shell plate.
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Component Requirements: Requires Large Pistol Primers (LPP) and standard .451″ / .452″ diameter bullets.
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Brass Prep Tip: Flare the case mouth lightly before bullet seating to avoid shaving lead or jacket material.
Pros & Limitations
Pros:
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Gold Medal Precision: Uniform wall thickness delivers match-winning accuracy.
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Large Pistol Primer Pocket: Traditional LPP web layout fits standard .45 ACP reloading setups.
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Made in USA: Manufactured in Minnesota under Federal’s highest quality limits.
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Long Reload Life: Heavy-duty brass walls withstand repeated target range firings.
Limitations:
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Unprimed Cases: Requires full handloading assembly before range use.
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Large Pistol Specific: Ensure your primers are Large Pistol (not Small Pistol .45 ACP).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What primer size does Federal Gold Medal 45 ACP Brass use?
A: Federal Premium Gold Medal .45 ACP brass uses standard Large Pistol Primers (LPP).
Q: Is this 45 ACP brass suitable for competition bullseye shooting?
A: Yes! Federal Gold Medal components are purpose-built for bullseye and match competition accuracy.
Q: Do I need to size new Federal 45 ACP Brass before loading?
A: Federal brass comes ready to load, but running new cases through a sizing die ensures perfect roundness.
Shipping & Delivery Information
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Logistics & Handloading Delivery: Ships ground packed in the factory 100-count Federal Premium poly bag with outer protective packaging.
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Quality Assurance: 100% factory-new unprimed match reloading brass.
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Return Policy: Standard 30-day return policy on unused components in original factory packaging.




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