Posted: 7/12/2007 8:40:10 PM EDT
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Well, I want to get into reloading, but have no idea what i would be doing. my friend who I go to school with up in GA has a book, but i've looked at it, and would prefer if someone could teach me what to do, or what i need to buy. I have heard over and over again that reloaded ammo is better than any factory ammo (and cheaper). I'm in the Bradenton area, I have been to manatee outdoor sports and they have dyes and such, but i still don't know what I would be doing. Thanks alot. Tom |
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First start by figuring what caliber you will be reloading. It will cost a few hundred to get started then when you finish buying all accessories it may be about a thousand for a complete setup. If you are doing a bunch of plinking ammo then a progressive reloader would be the goal, but if reloading for target shooting, I would say that a single stage would be fine (only if you are looking to save money on the initial investment). But if you plan on reloading a few different calibers, even for target shooting, then a progressive press would be best. The Dillon 550 is a good place to start for a progressive setup. Take it one step at a time and make a new post for each step. There will be plenty of people here to help you out. Step 1 is to check out the 550 press and determine which calibers you will be reloading. |
Welcome to RRAA (Recovering Reloading Addicts Anon).  I would strongly suggest you get a reloading bible. Lee publishes a great on as does many of the other manuf's. Read it a couple of times before you put powder to brass. The info contained could very well prevent accidents and serious injury. Having said that, reloading is a fun way to waste some time and save some money. The more you get into in, the more you realize you don't know. There is a Reloading Mentors list tacked at the top of FL Home Town Forum. Good luck and feel free to IM me if you have questions. I am still fairly new at it, but I have learned quite a bit and would be happy to pass any info or tips along. 
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www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/productview?saleitemid=415173&t=11082005 try the dvd!! I like you I am just geting into to it and dont know where to start.book and dvd think you should be fine |