Hey everyone, I am planning on starting to reload - I have pretty much all tools and dies in a cart... However I am not having any luck with a shell plate for 7.62x54R, if anyone could tell me that would be awesome
The shell plate is 16L which is a special order from Lee. A simple google search or a call to Lee would have given you the answer.
Now a little advice. If you have never reloaded before, choosing a Loadmaster is not a good idea. The Loadmaster usually requires tinkering to work correctly. Also it is not the best press for rifle rounds.
A better choice may be a single stage press or a turret such as the Lee Classic turret. Do not get the cheaper Lee turret as it is too short to load 7.62 x 54R.
Side note: A mistake I made the 1st time I reloaded 7.62x54R is, that I got lube on the shoulders. That caused a hydraulic effect that either rippled the shoulder, or crushed the shoulder. On retraction, neck separation. The more acute angle of this casing is less forgiving that most other rifle casings, I suppose.
Hmmm I have the old 3 hole Deluxe turret and 7mm Rem mag fits.
I would still suggest the Classic, but wanted to mention that the "Deluxe" should be able to handle 7*54R
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