This work details the production of ammunition primers from a commercial prospective and then in the final chapter gives comprehensive step by step instructions on how to produce (re-load) spent primers in a home laboratory environment. The well documented book covers the process of creating the necessary materials (priming mixtures), primer component reconditioning and development and procurement of the basic tools used. It also gives information on making some of the chemical ingredients not easily found. The topics are detailed in a manner that the student can readily understand both on a practical and academic level. 8 1/2" X 11", 244 fully illustrated pages, softcover. 244 PAGES - 8 1/2" X 11"