Dillon Dealers

[MoreIsLess]

There is a guy in my area that regularly has new Dillon presses to sell. Every time he runs out he gets some more. He told me he would have some more 650's next week. However, his prices aren't much lower than ordering direct from Dillon. His accessories, like case feeder, seem to be lower, though, so I guess that's where the savings are, that and not having to pay shipping. I am wondering if I would get the same level service from Dillon if I bought from this guy (I am thinking of getting a 650 to go with my 550b). I know Dillon will let you return it within 30 days. I couldn't imagine a dealer allowing that.

So, I am not sure there is any advantage of buying from this dealer. I figure Dillon probably controls the price a dealer can sell stuff for. Any thoughts, suggestions?

 

[dgod]

As I understand it, Dillon Service applues to the equipment, there is no stipulation of where you purchase Dillon Gear

 

[Nature Boy]

I bought my Dillon 650 from a local dealer. Price was basically a wash.

It's nice to have a guy I can go to if I have questions and that was handy when I was getting started but if there's an issue with the press I go straight to Dillon. Their warranty is for the lifetime of the equipment, regardless of who you bought it from

 

[Beach Bum]

There is a guy in my area that regularly has new Dillon presses to sell. Every time he runs out he gets some more. He told me he would have some more 650's next week. However, his prices aren't much lower than ordering direct from Dillon. His accessories, like case feeder, seem to be lower, though, so I guess that's where the savings are, that and not having to pay shipping. I am wondering if I would get the same level service from Dillon if I bought from this guy (I am thinking of getting a 650 to go with my 550b). I know Dillon will let you return it within 30 days. I couldn't imagine a dealer allowing that.

So, I am not sure there is any advantage of buying from this dealer. I figure Dillon probably controls the price a dealer can sell stuff for. Any thoughts, suggestions?

There is a guy in my area that regularly has new Dillon presses to sell. Every time he runs out he gets some more. He told me he would have some more 650's next week. However, his prices aren't much lower than ordering direct from Dillon. His accessories, like case feeder, seem to be lower, though, so I guess that's where the savings are, that and not having to pay shipping. I am wondering if I would get the same level service from Dillon if I bought from this guy (I am thinking of getting a 650 to go with my 550b). I know Dillon will let you return it within 30 days. I couldn't imagine a dealer allowing that.

So, I am not sure there is any advantage of buying from this dealer. I figure Dillon probably controls the price a dealer can sell stuff for. Any thoughts, suggestions?

The 650 is an excellent press , with a lifetime warranty.....And no BS means no BS ...If you already have a 550 you already know Dillon sets the bar for customer service , And that is why most of my dealings are now with Dillon. And I have been dealing with RCBS , Hornady for years. ...... As far as returning it .......I do not know why you would Dillon will fix or replace it , or what ever is wrong with it , even if you wear it out they will rebuild it , but if you take care of it and maintain it properly you will not wear it out and if you do Dillon is your safety net.... The way I look at it ....It's a no brainer , Dillons tend to hold their value quite well and if you decide to sell it you will get a substantial amount of your money back , mean while it's making you or saving you money while you own It .....I reload to shoot not work on my Equipment and on a 650 you can load fast or just cruise right along I'm a long time cruiser... I believe your on the right track just find the best price and run with it. " dgod and Nature Boy are correct ..but if I have any questions there is nobody better to ask than Dillon themselves " Good Luck Amigo

" Just my Fifty Cents"

 

[X-Ring]

Dillon will honor the warranty even if you bought the press used. They don’t even ask when or where you purchased it. The only things they will not replace are electrical parts such as buzzers, motors and so on.

 

[Beach Bum]

Dillon will honor the warranty even if you bought the press used. They don’t even ask when or where you purchased it. The only things they will not replace are electrical parts such as buzzers, motors and so on.

They replaced the case feeder funnel and micro switch assembly on my case feeder , never blinked an eye.

 

[DudeRick]

My understanding is that Dillon dealers are contractually obligated to stick to pricing guidelines,

 

[hps1]

Bought my first Dillon (450) in early '80s. Their CS is stellar! Have since purchased a second 450 used and have one set up for small primer cases, the other for large primers for convenience. The used one came in with a small plastic bushing missing in the priming assembly. Called Dillon, explained that I purchased a used press and wished to buy the bushing which was missing. The tech almost acted as if he was insulted that I offered to pay for the part, took my address and couple days later the press was up and running. I have upgraded both presses to 550's except for the frame kit and couldn't be happier with the equipment or the customer support.

Regards,
hps

 

[nettlle]

Before buying my 550c I shopped around for a long time. Prices seemed to be pretty much fixed. I ordered it from Graf's because the shipping cost was little less than ordering direct from Dillon. And I had bought reloading components from Graf's previously. As has been said Dillon doesn't care where it came from and they'll stand behind their product regardless.