**I placed this same post in the armory general forum I am new here and had no idea there was a forum site dedicated for reloader specific question**
Hey, guys, I need your opinion I want to purchase a progressive press. I am specifically interested in buying a Dillon 550 model, on their site the kit for the 550C set up for the .223/5.556 cal. it comes with the basics to get started and the price tag is currently at 800 dollars.
My friend offered to sell me his Dillon 550B that he has had for 10 years, and has seen about 2,000 - 3,000 rounds made. He told me he would sell me his set that contains the following:
- Caliber Conversion Sets
-Carbide die sets for 223, 9mm, 45acp, 380acp,45LC, & 460 S & W. With all case gauges
-All powder bar assemblies.
-Dillon strong mount
-Manual and original box it came in.
All for $700.00
I like this deal but the one thing that keeps on the fence is how old it is like I mentioned it is 10 years old. It has no signs of rust or damage, so what do you guys think? is it worth the money? or should I just buy the basic kit that comes with the newest model press?