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You could always get (4) SDBs... used prices are comparable to new Loadmasters, and if you're looking to compare longevity my bet is on the guaranteed-for-life SDB. Just an idea. -StaTiK-

I'm guessing that's your answer :D -StaTiK-

If it helps either of you find it, I remember that UltimateReloader did the same thing on his LNL. It's a neat trick. He used metal spacers turned on a lathe but I had some people recommend to me to try the same procedure with PVC trimmed with a file (haven't tried it). -StaTiK-

No No, i understand the PTX. My apologies if I wasn't clear there. My point was simply that using a fixed powder measure in station #3 has some advantages over a PTX (regardless of LNL or Pro2000). Yes you sacrifice a station for bullet feeding or powder checking, but changing a toolhead really...

Dave I'm not really understanding you. How do you have 3 tool heads for 2 passes through the press? And what's with the Dillon trimmer and the X-die? And then a powder measure on two different toolheads. I'm sure you have a system that works but I'm just not following it. Regarding the LNL...

Just click on "specials" -StaTiK-

Sorry to nitpick but actually the Lee Classic Cast doesn't fit your requirements. It uses 1.25-12 threads not 1.5-12 threads. If you're looking for a 50 BMG press with 50 BMG dies, then the Lee is a good option. Just know that Lee BMG dies only work on the Lee press and the Lee press can only...

Can't wait! -StaTiK-

I've heard that some of the "cheaper" mixers use a heavy duty plastic drum rather than steel. Plastic sounds ideal for this application. A quick search found <this>, but not a price. Just an idea. -StaTiK-

May you two never meet. -StatiK-

Those of you who mark their loose primer pockets, does the mark survive a trip through the tumbler? Or do you do some sorting before dumping the box into the tumbler? -StaTiK-

This. Keep in mind that the Lee scales, while every bit as accurate and reliable as other brands, is a PITA to use. Don't judge all beam scales by that one. A few things to keep in mind regarding digital scales: repeatability can be affected by battery level or "line noise" if you use 110v...

So you did! My mistake! I would still caveat by saying that 300gr is a lot of bullet and would do a number on large hogs too. -StaTiK-

There ain't nothin' light about a 300gr 45-70 projectile. Plenty of people hunt hogs with 7.62x39 or even smaller (local ordinances apply, legal disclaimer etc etc). -StaTiK-

Oh I didn't say that the Hornady is cheaply made or that they skimped on the EZ-ject (or any part). I was just saying that history has shown thousands of instances where "new and improved" features actually weren't. No offense intended. -StaTiK-

I can. Not a knock against Hornady, as I hope every American gun-related company stays in business, but if they found a way to save money you can bet they at least tried it. -StaTiK-

... if you are suggesting that he trust the die and NOT bother visually inspecting then I disagree. That's a little like telling someone not to buckle their seat belt (a simple task) and simply trust their airbags (a mechanical device capable of malfunction). Trust the die, sure, but NOT...

It seems like you are saying to use a powder check and NOT visually inspect. I'd rather not do this. My point was, whether you drop powder in #3 or use a powder check in #3, you still seat in station #4. The other option is to powder check in #4 and seat/crimp in #5. This also seems perfectly...

Dave, How does visibility compare to the LNL (which you have experience with)? I keep going back and forth between the Pro 2000 and a different brand and the videos on YT make it look nearly impossible to visually check powder levels when seating in station 4. Any insight? I know seating...

I'm all for holding out for a good deal, but few of us will ever find a complete 550b with caliber conversion and dies for $150. -StaTiK-