sr1971
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- Mar 26, 2020
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Good afternoon all,
I thought I'd drop in here and start off by saying thank you to all of you. I've found a wealth of knowledge here that's helped me on my reloading venture. I'll post my incoming tools and equipment momentarily. Yes I have been using the search function, Ha!
A short about my goals and some background too:
- Looking to reload straight-wall handgun cartridges in 357, 9, and 40. They're in my carry rotation daily.
- I'm awaiting my Speer and Lyman hardback book to come before I physically set-up shop.
- Want to stay in factory ammunition territory for practice at the range.
- I have plenty of hand and power tools at my residence and looking for substitutes for off the shelf case prep stations.
- I'm looking for consistency in accuracy and repeatability out of most firearms I own, other than scattergun territory.
- I'm a stickler for numbers and am not new to reading a micrometer, dial indicator, or dial caliper. (Starrett and a host of other brands reside in my basement and garage)
About me:
- Industrial Mechanic/Millwright and Veteran: Gas, Steam, Solar and Nuclear power generation (5 generations strong) numbers are mostly my thing.
- Father of 4 plus the 2 Huskies (Sir Fintan and R2D2).
- Spend time with all the immediate family camping and chucking lead downrange when the season permits.
- I'm teaching the Millwright Craft/Trade now after 21+ years in the field and on the tools. (Enjoy paying it forward)
- I remain open-minded and teachable, so as not to be left in the past.
- Lastly I believe in Quality, Budget and Proper application of tools. Always use the right tool for the right job.
On to the tools I've ordered or are in my possession and I'm sure I'll miss a few items:
- ABC's of Reloading
- Lee Classic Turret Press w/ Safety Prime
- Dies for 3 calibers: .38/.357, 9mm, 40 S&W all Carbide 3 pc sets
- Flipper trays
- Pair of reloading blocks
- Berry's 500 tumbler w/ spare bowl & lid
- Lyman/Ohaus M5 scale (fleaBay)
- Brass & media separator nothing fancy
- Brass for 3 calibers
- Berry's plated for 3 calibers
- Kinetic puller
- Lee Deluxe powder measure w/ stand
- Lee Auto drum w/ 4 pc drums and risers
Any comments and insight would be appreciated. Thank you all in advance!
I thought I'd drop in here and start off by saying thank you to all of you. I've found a wealth of knowledge here that's helped me on my reloading venture. I'll post my incoming tools and equipment momentarily. Yes I have been using the search function, Ha!
A short about my goals and some background too:
- Looking to reload straight-wall handgun cartridges in 357, 9, and 40. They're in my carry rotation daily.
- I'm awaiting my Speer and Lyman hardback book to come before I physically set-up shop.
- Want to stay in factory ammunition territory for practice at the range.
- I have plenty of hand and power tools at my residence and looking for substitutes for off the shelf case prep stations.
- I'm looking for consistency in accuracy and repeatability out of most firearms I own, other than scattergun territory.
- I'm a stickler for numbers and am not new to reading a micrometer, dial indicator, or dial caliper. (Starrett and a host of other brands reside in my basement and garage)
About me:
- Industrial Mechanic/Millwright and Veteran: Gas, Steam, Solar and Nuclear power generation (5 generations strong) numbers are mostly my thing.
- Father of 4 plus the 2 Huskies (Sir Fintan and R2D2).
- Spend time with all the immediate family camping and chucking lead downrange when the season permits.
- I'm teaching the Millwright Craft/Trade now after 21+ years in the field and on the tools. (Enjoy paying it forward)
- I remain open-minded and teachable, so as not to be left in the past.
- Lastly I believe in Quality, Budget and Proper application of tools. Always use the right tool for the right job.
On to the tools I've ordered or are in my possession and I'm sure I'll miss a few items:
- ABC's of Reloading
- Lee Classic Turret Press w/ Safety Prime
- Dies for 3 calibers: .38/.357, 9mm, 40 S&W all Carbide 3 pc sets
- Flipper trays
- Pair of reloading blocks
- Berry's 500 tumbler w/ spare bowl & lid
- Lyman/Ohaus M5 scale (fleaBay)
- Brass & media separator nothing fancy
- Brass for 3 calibers
- Berry's plated for 3 calibers
- Kinetic puller
- Lee Deluxe powder measure w/ stand
- Lee Auto drum w/ 4 pc drums and risers
Any comments and insight would be appreciated. Thank you all in advance!
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