Pulling apart rounds

[Knarley Bob]

I have some BPCR rounds that I intend on pulling apart. Going to recast the lead, and reload them. I don't remember what exactly they are, so......
Any way, is there any good way to get the compressed BP out of the cases besides taking them to the range? I don't plan on trying to reuse the powder.

[Niederlander]

Depending on how many we're talking about, it probably would be much easier to shoot them empty.  Trigger time is always valuable.

[Silver Creek Slim]

I have used a small flat-head screwdriver in the past.

Slim

[DJ]

I second the flat blade screwdriver, maybe with the edges nicked off so you don't gouge the insides of the cases.

If you shoot them off at the range, it will be more fun, but also more of a chore to recover the lead for recasting.

[Knarley Bob]

I think I'm gonna pull the lead, THEN take the brass to the range, and dispose of the powder using the primer. Then clean the gun. The powder, has been compressed and is like cement. Of course, some trigger time won't be a bad idea either. We'll have to see.
Thanks guys..............

[kwilliams1876]

Run the cartridge up thru the press with the die removed. clamp on a vise grip and lower the ram/lever.  Goes fast if you have a bunch to do.  Have done it many times while working up loads.

[Lucky R. K.]

On several occasions I have had to breakdown loaded black powder rounds. I use a kenetic bullet puller to get the bullet out. I then use a pick that I made to dig the powder out. The pick is made from a needle used in a heavy-duty sewing machine inserted into a round wooden handle about 5 inches long and about 3/8" in diameter. It will dig out heavily compressed powder in no time. All of the components can be reclaimed.
Lucky