I think my equip is decided, dbl chk 4 me?

[sydandpaigesdad]

Hi all, I think I have decided which equip. I will be getting( from santa). Id like to have you guys check over to see if there is anything I may have missed or anything you would delete.

Press: RCBS rockchucker single stage master kit

DIES: lee deluxe rfl 3 set( then get hornady clamp style split lock nut replace o- ring)

Shellholders:RCBS #3 (RELOADING FIRST .270 AND .308) WORKS WITH rcbs HAND PRIMER

CASE Tumbler: Cabelas case tumbler kit

CALIPER: Any from anywhere (non digital)

BULLET PULLER: Cabelas brand

Reloading Labels: ANY

RCBS UNIFLOW POWDER BAFFLE

Of course brass, bullets, primers and powder, as well as ammo boxes.

We will building our own bench.

OK a couple of questions, first is I need a case trimmer but Im not sure which one, any advice would be greatly appreciated as to which one works good for you.

Second question, what is the function of a precision micrometer (RCBS) and do I need one?

Thanks for taking the time to read over my list and comment, thanks in advance. Oh yeah no, I dint forget manuals, they are coming.

 

[Walkalong]

Everything you list is just fine. Naturally there are many other good options.

The Rockchucker is an excellent choice in single stage presses.

I would recommend the Lee Classic Turret if you intend to load a lot of ammo, especially pistol.

Trimmer: Wilson, Forster or RCBS, in that order.

RCBS Precision Mic: No, you don't need it. A fancy playtoy for later.

Welcome to THR

 

[The Bushmaster]

Walkalong means a Lee Classic CAST Turret. But your list is just fine...

Was there a powder scale in that list?

I don't use the labels. I use masking tape and a ballpoint pen...Cheaper by far...

 

[sydandpaigesdad]

rcbs 5-0-5 is in the kit

 

[The Bushmaster]

Excellent scale. I started with one of those and still have it back up my RCBS Powder Pro digital scale...

 

[ants]

Loading blocks, loading trays, or plastic/styrofoam trays from old 45acp ammo boxes.

Any of those trimmers will work well. I'm really partial to Forster, but it's just as pricey as the Wilson. The RCBS works very well if you need to save a buck.

A permanent notebook for keeping logs. You know the value of information.

Gather a set of small tools specific to your equipment (allen wrenches for the lock rings, 3/4" and 1/2" open end wrenches for the dies, etc.) and keep them dedicated to the loading bench. A dental pick or two will be handy.

Powdered graphite as a dry lubricant and anti-static agent. Also excellent for lubing inside case neck.

Does the Chucker kit come with neck brushes? One brush for cleaning, one for lubricating inside the neck (just a tiny touch of lube, don't get it too wet!). You can use q-tips but they get fuzzy.

Ditto tape-and-Sharpie for labels. When working up loads, I write directly on the brass with Sharpie to completely eliminate confusion at the range.

Cheap powder trickler is mightly handy, only 6 or 7 bucks.

Case lube. I like spray lube, but I also adore Lee and Imperial case wax.

Extra safety glasses so the kids and visitors can walk up and watch/help you any time they want. Always welcome people to your press.

 

[rg1]

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I'd recommend these two tools for flash hole deburring and primer pocket uniforming. The EJS tool is adjustable and uniforms the primer pocket bottoms of large and small pockets. It doubles as a tool to remove primer fouling left in deprimed cases.
Also, I recommend starting out right and buying some case measuring tool to measure case headspace. Either Hornady's Lock and Load case Headspace Gage comparator or RCBS's Precision Mic. I have both for some rifle cases. It is a must in my opinion for setting your full-length sizing dies to push the case shoulder back a measured amount. Also, a good stainless steel caliper is a must. Can Santa come early this year?? Ants included a very important safety tip about the safety glasses.
Here's a good article on reloading safety.
http://www.surplusrifle.com/shooting/benchtopics/index.asp

 

[broham]

Your list looks good. When I bought my set up I ended up with a variety of brands of equipment. One thing you might consider is a shell holder kit from Lee. It's under $25 bucks and comes with the most popular holders. Does the master kit come with case prep tools? I bought a Lee turret press kit from Kemps gun shot that was a great deal. They might have one for their classic cast single stage, I hear they are very good for the price. Load books are a must. Lee's is real good and only like $13 bucks. I must have them all (but nossler and swift) and use each and every one. Have fun it's real addicting.

 

[ants]

By the way, your Lee 3-die set comes with the right shellholder. Does it work in the RCBS priming tool? I believe it does.

If you buy 270 and 308 dies from Lee, each will come with the same shellholder. When you buy the RCBS #3 you will then have 3 of the same shellholder.

 

[BigJakeJ1s]

RCBS 90202 square tray upgrade for their hand primer. The square tray is easier to load from factory primer packaging, and it feeds better from the corner than the round tray does from the side. It also has a sliding gate to close off the chute when the tray is not inserted in the handle. I haven't seen this offered online anywhere, but it is on RCBS' website.

RCBS Quick change uniflow upgrade and extra metering inserts so you can switch between preset inserts for different loads. Also has drain insert. Or micrometer metering insert for your regular uniflow so you can dial up a load from a recorded setting.

Wilson case trimmer and shell holders: Simple, reliable, accurate, and inexpensive. Sinclair's micrometer adjustment for Wilson is nice but not necessary.

Hornady cam-lock bullet puller and caliber specific collet(s). Best press-mounted puller available.

Hornady LNL press adapter and die bushings. Makes swapping dies easier & faster. To save $$, you can flip the lee rings upside down and jam them against the lnl busing, and they will stay put. Get one for the bullet puller too, and you can swap it in/out in seconds.

Andy

 

[DEDON45]

Sounds like a good setup... I definitely recommend using those split lock rings, the Lee rings with their O-ring "lock" don't hold settings well.

 

[The Bushmaster]

"the Lee rings with their O-ring 'lock' don't hold settings well"...If you tighten them down like yer suppos'ta they will...

 

[inserthumorhere]

You are missing the most important tool, a reloading manual! I would buy 2 or 3 and read them thru completely before you get your equipment. The Lyman is great for detailing the process, plus it has loads for multiple bullet brands. My favorite though, is the Nosler book.

 

[sydandpaigesdad]

reread my post the very last line, manuals are on the way

 

[Walkalong]

I have Hornady lock rings on 90% of my dies. Good stuff.