I just bought, and should soon receive, a Hornady LNL Progressive press.
From the multitude of threads that I have researched prior to this purchase, I see that a single stage press would also be handy, especially for precision long range cartridges for the .308 and 30-06 that I hope to load.
I will be using the LNL Progressive for .223, .40, .38, and possibly 9mm. (and someday when funds permit, .45 .) Originally I intended to load .308 and 30-06 on it as well, but I see that for the 600 yds, many people advise a single stage for best precision.
My question is this, can I substitute a Lee Classic cast turret press for a good, solid single stage? Can I expect a reasonable amount of precision from this, (compared to a single stage,) or should I stick to a single stage which I can use with LNL bushings?
My thinking is, if I need a single stage for (more) precise loading of rifle cartridges for long range accuracy, the Classic cast turret press, (if comparable,) would speed up said loading. Especially with the auto-index feature.
I am also interested in comments on the best brand of dies for the .308 and 30-06. I am considering Hornady, Forster, and Redding.
I would especially like to hear from Dave in Flowery Branch Georgia if you have time, but I welcome everyone's opinion and experiences.
Thank you.
From the multitude of threads that I have researched prior to this purchase, I see that a single stage press would also be handy, especially for precision long range cartridges for the .308 and 30-06 that I hope to load.
I will be using the LNL Progressive for .223, .40, .38, and possibly 9mm. (and someday when funds permit, .45 .) Originally I intended to load .308 and 30-06 on it as well, but I see that for the 600 yds, many people advise a single stage for best precision.
My question is this, can I substitute a Lee Classic cast turret press for a good, solid single stage? Can I expect a reasonable amount of precision from this, (compared to a single stage,) or should I stick to a single stage which I can use with LNL bushings?
My thinking is, if I need a single stage for (more) precise loading of rifle cartridges for long range accuracy, the Classic cast turret press, (if comparable,) would speed up said loading. Especially with the auto-index feature.
I am also interested in comments on the best brand of dies for the .308 and 30-06. I am considering Hornady, Forster, and Redding.
I would especially like to hear from Dave in Flowery Branch Georgia if you have time, but I welcome everyone's opinion and experiences.
Thank you.