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Here is what I want to do:

I want to get a basic reloading setup, I want to load for the following calibers:
.223
.308
30.06
45acp
9mm

I do not want to break the bank, just a simple set up and a good book to learn on, could someone list me the basics to get started, also I want to load 12ga later on,
Jon
 
Once you get your list together, (the sticky at the top of the page is great), see what you can pick up on ebay. I got most of my stuff there, and got some great stuff for my stepson also. Paid roughly half of the new catalog prices. things like a Rockchucker for example, if that the type of press you need are on there all the time. I paid $58.00 for one, and $66 for another. I bought from people with a good feedback rating. Got those, scales, dies, collets etc. and haven't been bitten yet. (fingers crossed). Hope this helps.
 
If your lucky enough to have a local gun shop that carries new and used reloading equipment you can save plenty. I bet 75% of my dies were bought used and both presses I have were too. Don't forget gun shows but remember at gun shows it is a buyer beware market.
 
A "Classic Kit" from one of the big three (Lyman, Hornady, Rock Chucker) or Lee would set you up pretty well. Add a set of dies and a case gauge. I would personally pick the Hornady Lock N Load, but they are all good.

I'd get two or three reloading manuals - I have Hornady, Lyman and Hodgdon.

I would add a hand priming tool.

Start with one of the pistol rounds - they will be easier to start on than one of the bottle necked cartridges.

Have fun.

Mike
 
I would have to agree with most everything so far. I started reloading in 94 when I orderd a Lyman T-Mag kit from Midway it is a great and very well built press to do just about any caliber you want to reload.

As for your choices I would start with the 9mm easy straight forward round to load. the 45acp is a little more tricky due to having to use a taper crimp due to headspacing. Rifle rounds with bottleneck cases are a little more involved and have some options such as full length vs neck sizing.

But dont let me scare you, with some reading and practice it becomes second nature.

The suggestion for a hand primer is a good one I love mine.

you will also need to invest in a good quality caliper micrometer set, the digital ones make it easier, I still use my old dial type.

reloading manuals...you cant have enough!! great for comparing loads and finding scarce info. the Lyman book that comes with the kit is a pretty usefull instruction manual.

Hope this helps a little.
 
Lee Classic Turret Press is the best solution to start with. After you read ABCs of Reloading and another book or two, like Richard Lee's Modern Reloading.

The Lee Classic Turret Press is by far and away the best turret press made today. Cast iron and steel construction; massive ram and linkage system; change dies cheaply and quickly; the Lee Safety Prime System is the most foolproof priming system on any auto-indexing or progressive press out in the market.

Go to next link for a great deal on a kit that will include everything you need, including a set of dies for your first caliber; add the upgrade to the Pro Auto Disk and the large/small priming system; buy a scale and calipers from the same shop, all at very good prices and minimal shipping--

For less than $200 you are in business for one caliber. Adding turrets and dies is really economical. You will keep this press for many, many years.

http://www.kempfgunshop.com/products.../KempfKit.html

Go to next link for a super review of how to set up and install--lots of great photos that will verify what I said above about materials used in construction. Easy to setup and operate--you'll be loading ammo within an hour of bolting it to the bench.

http://www.surplusrifle.com/reviews2...ress/index.asp

Go to here to see the Safety Prime in operation.

http://tinyurl.com/lxapv

Here you can watch the whole reloading process being done--

http://www.leeprecision.com/html/Hel...5 case-1.wmv

You can use this press as a single stage tool by removing the index rod. Many people load the bigger rifle calibers this way. Batch the cases through the first stages and then finish them on the Classic Turret.

I started with this press as a newbie and learned very quickly. I now load five pistol calibers and love it.
 
I own a Lee Classic Turret press and have had it close to a year. It has been flawless so far. I have never used any other turret press but I can't imagine how they could be any better even costing a lot more. The Classic is a very solid press made of cast iron and steel. The safety prime works great, you never have to worry about an upside down primer or a missing primer. The spent primer disposal through the ram into a tube keeps my bench and floor clean. I have loaded a lot of 9mm and 223 on my Classic and have had zero problems. Welcome and good luck with whatever you decide to buy.
Rusty
 
Break the bank

RustyFN and I agree on the LEE. About 90.00 at Cabela's. [ press only] Then get a Quality scale/dispenser, the auto prime, and dies. With the Lee, you can take out the timing rod and just de-prime, after you Tumble, I then hand prime, put back in the rod and start charging and pressing. About 300.00 with dies, powder, primers and used brass. Use long strokes only with the rod in. 12 guage is another press, still cheaper to buy them like .22 Good groups!
 
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