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Actually it was reported in a Handloader magazine article a few years ago. I read it myself. The RockChucker press was cast in China (for some period of time) but the machining was done in the US. I understand that the casting was switched back to the US in order to get more consistent...

H110 in the .357 burns better with magnum primers however I still prefer a faster powder for the .357. I have .44 mag in a Contender (14" barrel) than does very well with H110. - Phil

I cast slugs with the 525gr Lyman slug mold and use the load data that came with it. I also use the Load-All for slug reloading. - Phil http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=778041

I only use the LEE for trickling up a charge and use a digital scale for everything else. I always verify a scale with checkweights before using it. - Phil

For 4 calibers, get the LCT first. Easier to learn for a new reloader. If or when you get a progressive in the future, you will still like the very easy caliber/primer changes on the turret versus the progressive. - Phil

Stick powder such as 4064 can be a problem on the auto disk. Ball powder or short cut stick meters better. However it's hard to beat 4064 (or Varget) for the .308. I use a Hornady powder measure for large rifle on the classic turret and manually index the turret. - Phil

If you decide to get the Lee turret press make sure you get the Classic Cast version. It's much better. - Phil

For about the same price point as the Loadmaster, I have the Pro1000 dedicated to one pistol cartridge caliber that I shoot a lot and the LEE Classic Turret press for everything else. In my experience, the Pro1000 is a hassle when converting to different calibers and tweaking it to work...

Depending on the type of action you could get frustrated with a neck sizing when your action won't close (ie. Contenders/Encores). Partial sizing works well if you need to bump the shoulder back a bit. - Phil

I get my best groups in the .223 with N133. Bullet weights tried were 52gr to 55gr. A very close second is Varget. N133 meters better than Varget and gets higher velocity in shorter barrels. However Varget is less temperature sensitive, less expensive and also works well for a .308. - Phil

Some more info from a benchrest website. - Phil http://www.6mmbr.citymaker.com/barrelFAQ.html#24639

I use the Hornady measure with the powder drop for medium to large rifle but it seems too heavy for the turret indexing mechanism. So I pull the indexing rod and index by hand. I use the double disk for .223 and .30-30 with the indexing rod. - Phil

I think long and narrow can work for reloading. I have 12 feet of bench space along one side of a wall. There is plenty of space for several presses, a measure, a vice, ect. mounted on it. Above the bench are inexpensive but sturdy adjustable shelves that are mounted on rails that screw into...

You can adjust the handle length some amount on the classic cast. I shorten it up for pistol for a shorter throw. Started with the 3 stage a long time ago, converted to a 4, now I have the classic turret that does it all. Costs more but a better value. - Phil

While it is an inexpensive way to get into reloading, it is not a good way to stay interested in reloading. I still remember dreading tapping in the primer and that was over 30 years ago. Just one more tap to get it to be just under flush and Pow! I was a lot happier reloader when I moved up...

I think the Pro1000 is more suited for the 45ACP. It has large stubby cases that don't tip or fling out powder like smaller 9mm. It uses large primers that are heavier for a gravity feed primer and they seem less inclined to flip over. Also seating and taper crimping in the same stage works...

I'm looking at a LEE 223-G6 die. Yes, there is a shoulder that will crimp the top of the brass if the die is screwed down too far. You should be able to feel that when the ram is very slowly raised. Then you can back the die off so it does not contact the brass when the ram is fully raised...

I would suggest a replacement press such as a 550 or a turret. There is less to go wrong mechanically along with a lower risk of ranting. :) - Phil

For rifle cases that need more than the double disk, I use a Hornady measure with the Hornady case activated powder die. It seems a bit too heavy for the auto indexing so I index it by hand. Somewhat slower but I take my time with large rifle cartridges. I use the Pro autodisk for .223 and...

When I bought a scope for my 10/22, I had the guy behind the counter pull out the inexpensive fixed power 4X scopes. Then I picked the one that appeared to have the best clarity and good eye relief. I believe it was a Tasco but the brand was not the most important factor because they were all...