New to reloading
Quote from Daveinsvaz on January 6, 2024, 7:15 amMy brother got us a 750xl for Christmas. Since we are new to reloading(I have watched many you tube videos on it) I was hoping this community could help us get started. We are interested in all the "extra items" we will need to get started. We will be reloading .223, 6.5 Grendel, 30:06, 9mm, and .40 S&W. If some things can be used for 2 calibers we'd like to know. I am getting materials for a bench for it now and any tips for the size of the bench and modifications would be helpful. We both like to do things once, even if it means waiting awhile for funds. Any suggestions including Dillon or other specific brands of items would be very helpful. Any good suppliers of ammo parts would be great. We appreciate any assistance in this quest, Happy New Year!
Dave
My brother got us a 750xl for Christmas. Since we are new to reloading(I have watched many you tube videos on it) I was hoping this community could help us get started. We are interested in all the "extra items" we will need to get started. We will be reloading .223, 6.5 Grendel, 30:06, 9mm, and .40 S&W. If some things can be used for 2 calibers we'd like to know. I am getting materials for a bench for it now and any tips for the size of the bench and modifications would be helpful. We both like to do things once, even if it means waiting awhile for funds. Any suggestions including Dillon or other specific brands of items would be very helpful. Any good suppliers of ammo parts would be great. We appreciate any assistance in this quest, Happy New Year!
Dave
Quote from bdonley on January 6, 2024, 3:46 pmI don't reload rifle calibers, but for 9mm and 40 S&W I use Titegroup. A good place to get data is Hogdon reloading data. They show a multitude of data for many calibers and a bunch of powders. Welcome to your new addiction!
I don't reload rifle calibers, but for 9mm and 40 S&W I use Titegroup. A good place to get data is Hogdon reloading data. They show a multitude of data for many calibers and a bunch of powders. Welcome to your new addiction!
Quote from Xiphos on January 6, 2024, 9:56 pmI suggest a complete and repeated reading of the included manual for your machine. If you did not receive one, you can download one from this site. Keep it at your side and open for reference at each assembly step.
I would also suggest at minimum acquiring an accurate powder scale (does not need to be digital but a nicety), a caliper (does not need to be digital), a cartridge "go/no go gauge" for the semi-auto rounds, a primer flipping tray, solid bench and excellent lighting.
A reloading manual explaining each step of the reloading process IS required. There are many well-written ones available. Hornady, Nosler, and Sierra are all excellent sources.
Ask questions...a lot of questions. There is much to be learned.
Remember to be safe and have fun!
All of your work should be in a place free of distractions. (No naked dancing girls)
I suggest a complete and repeated reading of the included manual for your machine. If you did not receive one, you can download one from this site. Keep it at your side and open for reference at each assembly step.
I would also suggest at minimum acquiring an accurate powder scale (does not need to be digital but a nicety), a caliper (does not need to be digital), a cartridge "go/no go gauge" for the semi-auto rounds, a primer flipping tray, solid bench and excellent lighting.
A reloading manual explaining each step of the reloading process IS required. There are many well-written ones available. Hornady, Nosler, and Sierra are all excellent sources.
Ask questions...a lot of questions. There is much to be learned.
Remember to be safe and have fun!
All of your work should be in a place free of distractions. (No naked dancing girls)
Quote from 39Fordman on January 7, 2024, 12:01 pmDillon has some "accessories/add ons" for the 750 that will make your reloading go faster and/or easier. (Roller handle, case feeder, tools, spare parts kit, etc.)
There are also plenty of accessories available to customize your machine and your experience from other manufacturers.
For example, check out what https://www.armanov.com/ has to offer.
Dillon has some "accessories/add ons" for the 750 that will make your reloading go faster and/or easier. (Roller handle, case feeder, tools, spare parts kit, etc.)
There are also plenty of accessories available to customize your machine and your experience from other manufacturers.
For example, check out what https://www.armanov.com/ has to offer.
Quote from Xiphos on January 7, 2024, 11:41 pmI would also ask your components source which powders, primers, cases, and projectiles are easily accessible.
Purchase your powders and primers in as large a bulk as you can afford once you have found a load that works for you.
It does no good to work up an excellent load only to be unable to locate the components used in the recipe in the next session.
I would also ask your components source which powders, primers, cases, and projectiles are easily accessible.
Purchase your powders and primers in as large a bulk as you can afford once you have found a load that works for you.
It does no good to work up an excellent load only to be unable to locate the components used in the recipe in the next session.
Quote from RB85 on January 8, 2024, 8:18 pmWhen building your loading bench make it solid and bolt it to the floor and the wall. My progressive machines are mounted at eye level so I can see down in the cases as the shell plate turns and I load standing. If you plan on loading range pick up brass sort them by head stamp and lube your pistol brass with one shot.
When building your loading bench make it solid and bolt it to the floor and the wall. My progressive machines are mounted at eye level so I can see down in the cases as the shell plate turns and I load standing. If you plan on loading range pick up brass sort them by head stamp and lube your pistol brass with one shot.
Quote from Deleted user on January 8, 2024, 11:05 pmGood afternoon. My name is Marius. I just joined. I am not really new to reloading, but I did have a 25 odd year lapse. I started reloading in the mid 80's on an RL450. Loaded several thousand 44 mag cases. Just got back into it about 5 months ago. I bought the XL 750 too. I also had some initial issues with virgin brass sticking to the powder funnel, primers not feeding reliably, but from reading on forums, (fora?) I got it all sorted out quite easily. I really like the machine.
I also did a few "upgrades", some to enhance performance, and some just because they were available. A few of mine:
I did get the Dillan Strong mount and the bullet tray. Really improved the press.
Case feeder; I think with a press like this, the case feeder is almost essential to get its inherent capacity going.
Shell plate bearing; made a big difference in smoothing out the indexing and primer seat depth. It allows you to tighten the shell plate screw down to were you have no vertical play in the shell plate. This sorted out my primer depth inconsistencies.
Added a bearing to the indexing post. Not much difference in the operation of the machine but I believe it is protecting the indexing ring.
Added the bearing version of the case feed bar. I also added a 0,003 thick stainless trip to the top of the "ski-ramp" attaching it with think back to back tape. The bearing now runs on stainless steel in stead of on the plastic ramp. No difference in operation, just to keep the ramp from eventually getting gouged.
Best upgrade of all was the light kit. I got the horseshoe shaped LED set that sticks to the underside of the frame top. That upgrade was probably the biggest improvement of all.
Powder check is nice to have. Warned me a few times about low powder, especially initially when I had issues with the primer feed.
That is about all of the upgrades or add-ons I did.
Always happy to meet reloaders. I hope my 2 cents worth helps.
Marius
Good afternoon. My name is Marius. I just joined. I am not really new to reloading, but I did have a 25 odd year lapse. I started reloading in the mid 80's on an RL450. Loaded several thousand 44 mag cases. Just got back into it about 5 months ago. I bought the XL 750 too. I also had some initial issues with virgin brass sticking to the powder funnel, primers not feeding reliably, but from reading on forums, (fora?) I got it all sorted out quite easily. I really like the machine.
I also did a few "upgrades", some to enhance performance, and some just because they were available. A few of mine:
I did get the Dillan Strong mount and the bullet tray. Really improved the press.
Case feeder; I think with a press like this, the case feeder is almost essential to get its inherent capacity going.
Shell plate bearing; made a big difference in smoothing out the indexing and primer seat depth. It allows you to tighten the shell plate screw down to were you have no vertical play in the shell plate. This sorted out my primer depth inconsistencies.
Added a bearing to the indexing post. Not much difference in the operation of the machine but I believe it is protecting the indexing ring.
Added the bearing version of the case feed bar. I also added a 0,003 thick stainless trip to the top of the "ski-ramp" attaching it with think back to back tape. The bearing now runs on stainless steel in stead of on the plastic ramp. No difference in operation, just to keep the ramp from eventually getting gouged.
Best upgrade of all was the light kit. I got the horseshoe shaped LED set that sticks to the underside of the frame top. That upgrade was probably the biggest improvement of all.
Powder check is nice to have. Warned me a few times about low powder, especially initially when I had issues with the primer feed.
That is about all of the upgrades or add-ons I did.
Always happy to meet reloaders. I hope my 2 cents worth helps.
Marius
Quote from Artistg2 on January 9, 2024, 7:47 amEcho,
Where are you located? If in Central Florida, I could swing by and help get you started. I have a 650 and have been loading since the 70's. I load 13 different calibers, and all have their quirks.
JJ Orlando
Echo,
Where are you located? If in Central Florida, I could swing by and help get you started. I have a 650 and have been loading since the 70's. I load 13 different calibers, and all have their quirks.
JJ Orlando
Quote from Daveinsvaz on January 20, 2024, 5:25 pmThank you for all the good reply's. I appreciate it very much. I am saving my money up to get some of the key parts. I was wondering about the powder scales since there are many and I think I need that first. Any suggestions on that one? Seems like a big difference in prices,but I don't want to waste money out of the chute. Got $500 saved up right now, but if I need more I will keep saving. Any preferences on where to buy loads, primers, and powder if that is allowed? Thanks again for all of you guys help!!!
Thank you for all the good reply's. I appreciate it very much. I am saving my money up to get some of the key parts. I was wondering about the powder scales since there are many and I think I need that first. Any suggestions on that one? Seems like a big difference in prices,but I don't want to waste money out of the chute. Got $500 saved up right now, but if I need more I will keep saving. Any preferences on where to buy loads, primers, and powder if that is allowed? Thanks again for all of you guys help!!!
Quote from 39Fordman on January 21, 2024, 12:13 pmI use the Dillon electronic scale. It has been consistently accurate. There are many less expensive scales to choose from on Amazon but I can't speak of their accuracy.
As far as primers and powder, check out www.ammoseek.com . It is a search engine for ammo and supplies.
Be careful searching the internet for supplies. There are many dishonest people with great prices that will never deliver. Take your time to research each seller.
I use the Dillon electronic scale. It has been consistently accurate. There are many less expensive scales to choose from on Amazon but I can't speak of their accuracy.
As far as primers and powder, check out http://www.ammoseek.com . It is a search engine for ammo and supplies.
Be careful searching the internet for supplies. There are many dishonest people with great prices that will never deliver. Take your time to research each seller.