Newbie - 1 more Question
Quote from Reloader on March 10, 2008, 3:28 am
Again.....I am new to Reloading......so please be patient........
I've also been told that it takes a long time to get the Press ready to go ???
And it probably is best - if you know someone who Reloads to come help you - set the Press up ???? I'm definitely not the sharpest tool in the shed....but just how much trouble are we talking about ??? I can Fix and strip all my Guns down to there last Springs ..... Revolvers, semi's , and Rifles.............but for some reason ....this Reloading stuff with Gunpowder and Primer's seems to be a different GAME.....I don't need any Accidents - from something that is above my Knowledge Curve ???
Still Needing Advice - Reload or Shoot the Cheap Stuff ??? Where are the Savings ??? Hazard Fee's, 3 Hours just to get the press to work HOPEFULLY ?....It sounds Scarey ???
I hate to invest $500-$800......and come out ready to use the press for a Target ????
Still Lost.................any advice is WELCOMED................
Again.....I am new to Reloading......so please be patient........
I've also been told that it takes a long time to get the Press ready to go ???
And it probably is best - if you know someone who Reloads to come help you - set the Press up ???? I'm definitely not the sharpest tool in the shed....but just how much trouble are we talking about ??? I can Fix and strip all my Guns down to there last Springs ..... Revolvers, semi's , and Rifles.............but for some reason ....this Reloading stuff with Gunpowder and Primer's seems to be a different GAME.....I don't need any Accidents - from something that is above my Knowledge Curve ???
Still Needing Advice - Reload or Shoot the Cheap Stuff ??? Where are the Savings ??? Hazard Fee's, 3 Hours just to get the press to work HOPEFULLY ?....It sounds Scarey ???
I hate to invest $500-$800......and come out ready to use the press for a Target ????
Still Lost.................any advice is WELCOMED................
Quote from Reloader on March 10, 2008, 5:32 pmIf you can detail strip a fiream, then you definitely have the mechanical aptitude needed to set up a reloading machine. It really isn't that difficult. I suggest you start by getting the Lyman reloading manual (stock# 10330, $24.95), as this tells you why you will do what you do when reloading, as well as provide cookbook information for the actual reloading process.
As well, go the "Manuals" on this website, and read the 650 manual. The 650 manual goes into greater depth about die adjustment, etc than the other manuals, and provides insight into what needs to be done, regardless of which machine you end up with.
If you can detail strip a fiream, then you definitely have the mechanical aptitude needed to set up a reloading machine. It really isn't that difficult. I suggest you start by getting the Lyman reloading manual (stock# 10330, $24.95), as this tells you why you will do what you do when reloading, as well as provide cookbook information for the actual reloading process.
As well, go the "Manuals" on this website, and read the 650 manual. The 650 manual goes into greater depth about die adjustment, etc than the other manuals, and provides insight into what needs to be done, regardless of which machine you end up with.
Quote from Reloader on March 18, 2008, 11:17 pmDon't forget.. there's tons of information about reloading on the web. Whether it's instructions or at forums (Be sure to go to the FAQs.. don't want to annoy the experts with the same questions). I do a google search for "reloading 550B" or whatever Dillon you have or plan to buy.
Don't forget.. there's tons of information about reloading on the web. Whether it's instructions or at forums (Be sure to go to the FAQs.. don't want to annoy the experts with the same questions). I do a google search for "reloading 550B" or whatever Dillon you have or plan to buy.
Quote from Reloader on March 29, 2008, 3:55 amBottom Line! How much do you want to shoot??????? What calibers are you shooting?????? As you know ammo $ is going thru the roof! Unfortunately so are reloading components. This week I purchased 30/06 ammo @ walmart because I can't buy components and save a dime. I payed $15.50/20 rds. I bought my RL550B in the early 80's and have been very satisfied. I wouldn't buy anything but a "Dillon". The reason I say that is because I've dealt with Dillon for over 25 years. You won't find a more user friendly company, absolutely "THE BEST"!! I'm over 60 and have dealt with a bunch. If you, and your friends, don't plan on shooting over 5m + rounds /yr or just want to play around with different loads etc. just buy your ammo.
But let me say this, if you enjoy the shooting sport as I do go ahead and go for it. I know if you read all the warnings about primers, powder etc. you may decide not to load your own. If you do decide to go for it you will find that as you load "you will become your machine", as you go along you' will know what I mean.
I load 380, 9x18mak, 9mm luger, 38/357, 45acp, 44mag/spec., 7mm mag, 22-250, and 30/06. I love the sport and have a lot of fun!
If you have a friend that loads "cool", but trust me if you go with Dillon you also have another "FRIEND"!! my name is gary. Have fun!
Bottom Line! How much do you want to shoot??????? What calibers are you shooting?????? As you know ammo $ is going thru the roof! Unfortunately so are reloading components. This week I purchased 30/06 ammo @ walmart because I can't buy components and save a dime. I payed $15.50/20 rds. I bought my RL550B in the early 80's and have been very satisfied. I wouldn't buy anything but a "Dillon". The reason I say that is because I've dealt with Dillon for over 25 years. You won't find a more user friendly company, absolutely "THE BEST"!! I'm over 60 and have dealt with a bunch. If you, and your friends, don't plan on shooting over 5m + rounds /yr or just want to play around with different loads etc. just buy your ammo.
But let me say this, if you enjoy the shooting sport as I do go ahead and go for it. I know if you read all the warnings about primers, powder etc. you may decide not to load your own. If you do decide to go for it you will find that as you load "you will become your machine", as you go along you' will know what I mean.
I load 380, 9x18mak, 9mm luger, 38/357, 45acp, 44mag/spec., 7mm mag, 22-250, and 30/06. I love the sport and have a lot of fun!
If you have a friend that loads "cool", but trust me if you go with Dillon you also have another "FRIEND"!! my name is gary. Have fun!
Quote from Reloader on April 7, 2008, 7:35 pmLaceyduke, you will be fine. Dillon has EXCELLENT customer service. If you have a problem while setting up your machine, give them a call...they will talk you through it, no problem. At least they did for me.
Laceyduke, you will be fine. Dillon has EXCELLENT customer service. If you have a problem while setting up your machine, give them a call...they will talk you through it, no problem. At least they did for me.
Quote from Reloader on April 26, 2008, 8:21 pmHello Again- (It's me the Newbie on Reloading).....Thanks for the Comments....I went ahead and pushed forward and like you all said......just alittle Patience, ORDER the right Press DILLON, and you'll be fine...........
I've been reloading .45 ACP's and .357 Mag's for a week or so NOW and LOVING it..........
My biggest problem now.......is I have become one of the many Range Rat's.......scratching around for good Brass.
Thanks Again for your comments - they did help with my hesitation.
Hello Again- (It's me the Newbie on Reloading).....Thanks for the Comments....I went ahead and pushed forward and like you all said......just alittle Patience, ORDER the right Press DILLON, and you'll be fine...........
I've been reloading .45 ACP's and .357 Mag's for a week or so NOW and LOVING it..........
My biggest problem now.......is I have become one of the many Range Rat's.......scratching around for good Brass.
Thanks Again for your comments - they did help with my hesitation.