Post by: Chet43 on April 06, 2022, 05:36:07 PM
I remember before covid I use to see lots of used reloading stuff for sale through various web sites but now I don't see hardly anything anymore, why? Thanks for the help
Post by: carpsniperg2 on April 06, 2022, 05:47:29 PM
Would be good for y'all if grandpa is paying.
Post by: Platensek-po on April 06, 2022, 06:31:16 PM
Post by: buckfvr on April 06, 2022, 06:39:58 PM
Not all firearms are worthy of any benefits from reloading.
Id hang out at accurateshooters.com and snipershide.com and read and read and so forth until I had a general idea of what it is I seek as a reloader. Also read all the loading manuals you can get your hands on. Id say read for months before you start buying tools, components and gear.
There is some really fine ammo out there for hunters that you may have to do some waiting around to get your hands on some, but for many factory rifles most of this ammo is at least as capable as the rifle.
Post by: GWP on April 06, 2022, 06:41:59 PM
Good info to help you decide. If you want to learn it and are good with ‘plinking’ rounds, it can be pretty cheap way to get started.
Still though, most rounds will probably end up being at least $.25 each. And that is not including the price of the equipment you start off with.
Where are you located?
Good luck!
Post by: HighlandLofts on April 06, 2022, 06:57:36 PM
When I get my shed finished I will be doing reloading classes. .
I will have a
Dillon 550 press,
Dillon 650 press
Hornady AP press
Two single-stage Hornaday Lock n Load presses
Two RCBS RockChucker one set up with the Lock n load adapter
and one with the screw in & out dies
Redding T-7 turret press
Old Lyman C-press
Three Lee presses.
I have Rcbs & Lyman trimmers
Wet & dry tumblers.
Dies for over fifty calibers
Hornady & RCBS poefer measures,
Hand priming tool
Lee bench prime tools
Lots of manuals
You will be able to use a assortment of presses and see what's right for you.
Post by: GWP on April 06, 2022, 07:11:58 PM
Post by: Smokeploe on April 06, 2022, 08:02:52 PM
Good luck and remember if you get stuck or don’t understand something them come back and ask your questions, someone or many will help you out. Keep it simple and you will avoid many problems.
Smokeploe
Post by: jasnt on April 08, 2022, 05:50:21 AM
First, read lots of books and manuals:
The ABCs of Reloading
http://www.amazon.com/dp/1440213968
Also available on iTunes
The Beginner's Guide to Reloading Ammunition
http://www.amazon.com/Beginners-Guide-Reloading-Ammunition-Apartment/dp/148207379X
Lyman 50th Edition Reloading Manual
http://www.amazon.com/Lyman-50th-Edition-Reloading-Manual/dp/B01N76GD2F
Lee Precision - Modern Reloading
http://www.amazon.com/Lee-Precision-Modern-Reloading-Format/dp/B000N8OKAU
And watch videos:
http://www.youtube.com/user/ammosmith/videos?flow=grid&view=0&sort=da
t=58s
And conduct other research:
http://rcbs.com/Resources/Introduction-to-Handloading/Step-by-Step-Reloading.aspx
http://ultimatereloader.com/
Equipment: Start out with a single-stage press. A single-stage press will force you to focus on each step. You should master each step before you attempt to combine them into a single-pull of the lever. Further, turret and progressive presses add complexity and points of failure that single-stage presses don’t have. You will always have a use for a single-stage press on your reloading bench, and you may find that you never need anything more than a single-stage, so get a good one.
The Bare Minimum:
□ Books & manuals (You can never have too many books and manuals)
□ Reloading press* (Single-stage - RCBS Rock Chucker)
□ Scale* (Balance beam scales; pref. Ohaus, RCBS, Lee, etc.)
□ Priming tool* (Rcbs hand primer)
□ Case lube* (Hornady one shot)
□ Funnel*
□ Calipers ($10 eBay Stainless .001")
□ Shell holders (rcbs)
□ Dies (for the specific cartridges you will be loading)
□good accurate chronograph is a must
□ powder trickler
Near Essentials:
□ Bullet puller (Frankford Arsenal Quick-N-EZ Impact Bullet Puller)
□ Primer crimp remover (Lyman)
□ Case trimmer (rcbs trim pro)
□ Chamfer/deburring tool*
□ Case headspace gauge (Hornady)
□ If loading .223/308 for AR platforms: Small base sizing die(s).
Note: If you need them, you need them; regardless, highly recommended, particularly if reloading for semi-autos.
Very Nice to Have:
□ Powder measure*
□ Loading block*
□ Plastic cases for your loaded rounds
Other stuff to make your job easier:
□ Hornady Lock-n-Load bushings (adaptable to many presses)
□ Digital powder measure (RCBS Chargemaster; 1500 or Lite)
□ Brass tumbler (Rotary/wet: Cheap - Harbor Freight Dual Drum; Best - Extreme Rebel 17. Once you go wet, you never go back)
- [ ] Hornady aol gage
- [ ] Hornady bto comparator set
* Included with most starter kits (RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme Kit)
Note: The RCBS Rock Chucker is probably the best-selling single-stage press ever made. The other tools in the kit are also top quality and, no matter how far you “advance” in the reloading game, you will always be able to use every component in the kit and they will outlive you. It is a little more expensive than some of the other kits but remember that this is a lifetime investment; it is not money wasted but a solid foundation to build on. RCBS customer service is as good as any.
Post by: BeerBugler on April 08, 2022, 06:39:53 AM
Post by: Buckjunkie on April 08, 2022, 07:10:53 AM
If you’re grandson is close by, I would be happy to walk him through the steps on rifle reloading. I don’t do pistol or shotgun anymore, but I still remember a few things to watch out for. I’m located in Buckley.
Where are you located?
I’m the mean time, he should read a reloading manual. Expose him to terminology so he understands what is being said.
Jim
Post by: jjness11 on April 12, 2022, 10:59:38 PM
Panhandle Precision has some great videos.
:yeah:
I frequently go back to his videos. He knows his stuff, and it shows in his sons success. With reloading, I have found that a lot of it is getting into it, and upgrading as you go. There is a great used market to buy and sell.
Post by: Skyvalhunter on April 13, 2022, 05:41:17 AM
Post by: NW SURVEYOR on April 13, 2022, 07:12:54 AM
Like BuckJunkie,
I am available to share what limited (50 years' experience) I have on the subject.
Please understand that I am NOT an expert, but it all seems to work.
He is welcome to contact me via PM any time.
I am in Enumclaw.
Rob.
Post by: Chet43 on May 03, 2022, 02:40:49 PM
I live in the Woodinville; Snohomish & Maltby area of Snohomish county
OH and thanks to all that have posted on this thread I'm about half way through reading them right now.
Post by: TVHunts on May 03, 2022, 03:55:54 PM
Chet,
Like BuckJunkie,
I am available to share what limited (50 years' experience) I have on the subject.
Please understand that I am NOT an expert, but it all seems to work.
He is welcome to contact me via PM any time.
I am in Enumclaw.
Rob.
Perfect place for your grandson to learn. When I learned from a stranger I took a notebook and wrote down each and every step. From there it was much easier to adapt my own ways. Reloading is truly a constant learning craft IMO. The more you people you talk to and get tips from, the better off you are..
Good Luck :tup: