Finally ordering my reloading set up...

Hey guys, I posted here about 6 months ago looking for advice on starting to reload. Lost Sheep gave me some great advice and I checked out Kempf Gun Shop. After rereading ABCs of Reloading twice, and waiting for supply to loosen up, I'll finally be calling Kempf on Monday to place my order. Would someone be willing to check this purchase list and tell me what I may need to add or delete?

I will initially be reloading only for .45-70 Gov't and .45 ACP, though I will add calibers as I become more experienced (.38/.357, .30/06, .30/30 and whatever cartridge my next rifle is - probably 6.5x55 or .284)

My purchase list:
- Kempf Kit with Lee Classic Turret Press - Caliber .45/70, Pro Auto Disk Powder Measure Upgrade
- Lee Case Conditioning Kit - cutter, lock stud, primer pocket cleaning tool, chamfer tool
- Lee Adjustable Charge Bar
- Blueberry 400 Tumbler Combo
- Stainless Steel Dial Caliper
- Lee Carbide Deluxe Pistol Die Set - .45ACP
- Lee Factory Crimp Die - .45/70 Gov't
I need to add a scale, but I would prefer an analog one, which Kempf does not show on their website. I may source this elsewhere.

Thanks for all your help.

Ok, thanks guys. I've added a .45/70 case length gauge and a turret for the .45ACP dies. I think I'm good to go and place my order Monday. Anything else (besides a scale - that Dillon unit looks pretty good) I need to think about adding?

Potatohead - I'll let you know how this goes once I get set up and running.

Just a question real quick. I will need case lube for sizing .45/70, right? I know I need it for bottleneck rifle cartridges, but not pistol cartridges, assuming carbide dies.

flashhole said:

Use Imperial Die Sizing Wax. It's the best on the market and one tub will last forever. You will thank me for this advice. You can buy me a beer if we should ever meet face to face.

What bullet and powder do you plan to reload?

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I'm going to try Hornady's Unique Case Lube just because I can order it from Kempfs right along with everything else. I'll pick up some Imperial when I get a chance. If it's as good as you say, you've got a Black Tooth Brewing beer of your choice should you ever end up in Wyoming.

I think I'm gonna start my .45/70 with Hornady 300 gr Interlocks. I would like to start with IMR 4198 or 3031 if I can find any around.

ETA: I'll start my .45 ACP with 200gr LSWC or 230gr FMJ and Universal or Clays