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Posted: 2/15/2009 4:17:30 PM EDT
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I want to cut to the chase and start reloading. I've been reloading shotgun shells for years.
I now want to reload 5.56 and .45 colt. Then eventually add .30-06 and 9mm to the mix. Anyone point me to where to start? Or what presses to consider? I deally I would like to choose ffrom 2 or 3 presses and get one ordered. Who do you guys order from? Are they "beginner kits" available? |
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Try this...........
http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=6&f=42&t=263380 Aloha, Mark |
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I am beginning to think maybe if we could tack some threads at the top of the forum... you know, maybe label them FAQ or Tutorials or something like that...... |
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I am beginning to think maybe if we could tack some threads at the top of the forum... you know, maybe label them FAQ or Tutorials or something like that...... Actually, there are quite a few tacked tutorials......problem is, sometimes they are "missed." Aloha, Mark PS............ OK.....so, I've been thinking (dangerous).
Assuming, that I'd want more safety than just dipping powder and I'd like to expand someday to more than just one caliber. What would I do IF I had a limited budget? So........the Classic LEE Loader ($23.39). It can only be use with one caliber. It will only neck size cases, it's slow and I'll need to get a scale (for more safety) and I'll need a better way to handle powder. Anyway, I'll pass. Then, the Lee Hand Press Kit #90179 ($34.95).........it's a little better. Though I'd prefer a bench mounted press for ease of use. And, I would still have to buy dies ($22.59), powder handling equipment (scale and measure/hopper), and brass trimming equipment. I had one, once.......what a PIA. IMHO, bench mounted is the way to go. Hmmm........so, maybe the Lee Reloader Press w/ free manual #90700 ($27.79)..........well, it's a bench mounted "C" press and that's OK. But I'll still need dies ($22.59), a scale ($24.99) and powder measure/hopper ($23.39). Then, a primer tool ($10.19) and brass trimming tools ($5.39 cutter/holder & $4.59 length gauge). But, I'm already up to $118.93 and still short some small items. Next up........the Lee Breech Lock Press 50th Anniversary Kit #90050 ($88.99).......it's a standard press and it comes with a scale, powder measure/hopper, primer seater tool, plus a few extras. Sounds like everything except for the dies ($22.59) and brass trimming case length gauge ($4.59). Total $116.17 w/o shipping. Or, the kit that I prefer........the Lee Breech Lock Press Challenger Kit #90030 ($100.79).......it's just like the 50th Anniversary Kit but it has a separate hand primer tool w/ a variety of shell holders. Then, I'll need to add dies ($22.59) and brass trimming case length gauge ($4.59). Total $127.97 w/o shipping. I could add a LEE manual ($12.99) or I could just use the supplied data sheet that comes with the LEE dies. BTW, LEE prices vary, so shop around. And, I'm not mentioning where I saw these prices (as of 12-5-08) because, the seller was "out of stock" on some of the items mentioned. And, there is always USED equipment. HTH. Aloha, Mark PS…….I picked LEE for this example, only because, they make good inexpensive products. It's not meant as an endorsement over any of the other brand(s) out there in the market. |
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Thanks guys, I saw these posted at the top of the forum. Guess I wasn't articulate enough, or typed properly what I was thinking.
What I meant to say is, can anyone who has recently got into reloading tell me what you purchased to get started and what you wish have purchased, or purchased instead of something that you did purchase. Like..... User XYZ bought, a 123 press, but it was pretty bad and I should spent the extra $125 to buy a 234 press. Or I guess I was hoping that a "shopping list" existed for someone who wanted to jump in and get started in reloading. Guess I will keep reading unti lI find what I am loking for, or learn enought to make an deducated decision on what to buy without input and opinions from others who have been previously in my shoes as someone who wants to get in to reloading. |
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Try this http://www.ar15.com/content/page.html?id=400 and click on Made My First Rounds! Beginner Info & Shopping List for N00bs The list of equipment you want is listed here http://www.ar15.com/content/page.html?id=486 You're never going to get a consensus from everyone on what specific brand of press, dies, etc is "the best" |
You might also want to either do a search of this forum or look a few pages into some of the older threads in here. There's a lot of good info on this topic in those threads, as this question (suprisingly  ) gets asked pretty frequently here.
I, in no way mean that in a rude manner/tone. Just trying to point you in a helpful direction.  Also once you get your book on reloading and have read it, it will help guide your personal choice in equipment.
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Try this http://www.ar15.com/content/page.html?id=400 and click on Made My First Rounds! Beginner Info & Shopping List for N00bs The list of equipment you want is listed here http://www.ar15.com/content/page.html?id=486 You're never going to get a consensus from everyone on what specific brand of press, dies, etc is "the best" Perfect! Thank you! |
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