I'm just about ready to slap plastic and get started reloading. I was hoping that some of the more experienced reloaders here could offer some final advice on the selections I've made. Or point out any other items I need to add to this list. Shopping list is below.
I think the 550 is right for me as it's quicker and cheaper to switch calibers on. I only hesitate on the concerns of it being a manual progressive and the risks of a squib.
I mostly shoot 9mm in IDPA and will reload it initially. I'll probably add .45acp soon after, and perhaps .223 & .38spl down the road. I only have a small bench in the garage that I also have to share for cleaning. Hence I'm looking for a single press that I can change easily enough and getting the cover to be extra careful about not mixing solevants & cleaners with anything reloading related.
I'm looking at getting the Lyman (or Hornady, Lee) 3-set carbide dies since they're a good bit cheaper than the dillon dies. (1/2)
Any suggestions on the scale choice? I don't want anything too cheap that I might regret.
Thanks.
barry
-- Brian Enos ---
Dillon 550b press
http://www.brianenos.com/store/dillon.ez.550crbasic.html
+ Strong Mount
+ Primer Pickup Tubes: 4-Pack
+ 1" Bench Wrench& 5, 1" Lock Rings
+ 550 Spare Parts Kit
+ 550 Machine Cover
Total: $ 484.70
-- MidwayUSA ---
Lyman Carbide Dies
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=143461
Frankford Arsenal Quick-N-EZ Case Tumbler
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=587176
Rainier LeadSafe Bullets 9mm (355 Diameter) 124 Grain Plated Flat Point
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=711972
RCBS Model 505 Magnetic
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=758842
Hornady One Shot Case Lube 5.5 oz Aerosol
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=438512
Loadbooks USA "9mm Luger" Reloading Manual
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=185458
Lyman "Pistol and Revolver: Reloading Handbook: Third Edition" Book
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=277752
Total: $137
-- Other Sources ---
* 9mm Brass -- ebay/forums
* 147gr bullets from Precision/Masterblaster
* Digital Calipers from Harbor Freight $14
* Unique Powder
* Winchester small primers
* Walnut Media from PetSmart
I think the 550 is right for me as it's quicker and cheaper to switch calibers on. I only hesitate on the concerns of it being a manual progressive and the risks of a squib.
I mostly shoot 9mm in IDPA and will reload it initially. I'll probably add .45acp soon after, and perhaps .223 & .38spl down the road. I only have a small bench in the garage that I also have to share for cleaning. Hence I'm looking for a single press that I can change easily enough and getting the cover to be extra careful about not mixing solevants & cleaners with anything reloading related.
I'm looking at getting the Lyman (or Hornady, Lee) 3-set carbide dies since they're a good bit cheaper than the dillon dies. (1/2)
Any suggestions on the scale choice? I don't want anything too cheap that I might regret.
Thanks.
barry
-- Brian Enos ---
Dillon 550b press
http://www.brianenos.com/store/dillon.ez.550crbasic.html
+ Strong Mount
+ Primer Pickup Tubes: 4-Pack
+ 1" Bench Wrench& 5, 1" Lock Rings
+ 550 Spare Parts Kit
+ 550 Machine Cover
Total: $ 484.70
-- MidwayUSA ---
Lyman Carbide Dies
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=143461
Frankford Arsenal Quick-N-EZ Case Tumbler
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=587176
Rainier LeadSafe Bullets 9mm (355 Diameter) 124 Grain Plated Flat Point
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=711972
RCBS Model 505 Magnetic
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=758842
Hornady One Shot Case Lube 5.5 oz Aerosol
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=438512
Loadbooks USA "9mm Luger" Reloading Manual
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=185458
Lyman "Pistol and Revolver: Reloading Handbook: Third Edition" Book
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=277752
Total: $137
-- Other Sources ---
* 9mm Brass -- ebay/forums
* 147gr bullets from Precision/Masterblaster
* Digital Calipers from Harbor Freight $14
* Unique Powder
* Winchester small primers
* Walnut Media from PetSmart