What constitutes someone as a "wannabe reloader"?

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I read about this term in one of the other threads. Thought it was interesting and was curious to know what you fellows thought about what it takes to be a "wannabe reloader". I'm pretty new to reloading myself, I've only been at it for two years now and I only reload 6 different calibers. My "stash" is about 5k primers per size. (5k LP, 5k SP, 5k SR, 5k LR) I have several thousands of brass per caliber along with about 4-5k worth of either cast bullet heads/FMJ's and as much powders as I can get my hands on.

I'm just curious to know if it's time spent or amount of quantities or perhaps quality of work (or anything else)that determines whether one is a wannabe reloader?
 
Dunno what it takes to be a "wannabe reloader", but I know that someone that would use the term is a "reloader snob". Anyone interested in the hobby is another 2A proponent & to be encouraged in my book.

FYI, I started reloading 3 months ago, have shot 1.5K of my own, and have a large order in for components. Once that order comes in, I'll never again worry about ammo availability. Now down to 700 factory & 1.2k primers (pounds of powder & lots of booolits though).
 
I don’t think the term was meant to disparage. There are a whole lot of Jonny-comelatelys in the reloading world these days, especially in the last 6 months. This evidenced by the exponential growth in the number of posts here and other places related to “rookie questions” and unsafe practices. I would assume, by my read of the post in question, the term is more meant to describe the folks who recently decided to jump in with both feet (bought press, powder, primers, projectiles…) and have yet to do the necessary due diligence (read, research, etc).

As I said I don’t believe it is a term to belittle, just a term to describe the early stage of growth. Hell, we were all wannabe reloaders at one point

~z
 
folks who recently decided to jump in with both feet (bought press, powder, primers, projectiles…) and have yet to do the necessary due diligence (read, research, etc).
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ahhh.... that's another story.... I'd call that... "dumb" :D
 
Ok, so what is the definition of a “reloader snob” now? Is it similar to a “beer snob”?
Does it define an arrogance or a level of knowledge based on years of experience?
~z
ps, wannabe reloader was not my term, I was just trying to describe my interp of the term. Not trying to antagonize
 
I want to reload. Currently saving $$ for the equipment, powder, primer etc. and saving used brass. I have lots of used brass and nothing to do with it, yet.

If that does not make me a "wannabe reloader" I'm not sure what would.
 
Five year old little girl, with her safety glasses on, sitting on the floor outside the locked reloading room, with a paper sack of spent .410 shotgun hulls, empty shell box, she policed off the field, and she looks up, with big eyes, bright smile, so excited to see you and -

"I weady!"

Don't tell me a kid cannot get excited about shotgun shell reloading! I and others know better.


*grin*
 
There's different levels of handloaders. The beginners, the casual, the gamers, the lifers, and the lifestyles. Each has their role.
 
While true that the term 'wannabe' can be defined as 'aspiring', it is generally applied to those who, rather than aspire, merely pretend.

It is therefore a term of derision and , I would think, not terribly high road. There are those in any group who purport to be that which they are not. Those of us who know (or think we know -- my case usually) better should take the high road and correct gently and without intended offense.
 
I saw that in the thread, and shrugged it off. Probably just a poor choice of words.
 
I think the term could be applied to persons who jumped into reloading impulsively, spending lots of $$, who will become disenchanted in a few months and sell all their reloading stuff at a loss (hopefully to me :) ).
 
I wannabe a reloader. It seems I've taken firearms and shooting them as a sort of hobby. I take pride in my firearms, so why not take pride in the ammuntion I shoot out of them. What I mean I guess is that all sorts take up certain hobbies for certain reasons, but not all sorts keep to those hobbies. Only time will tell. If you've got the time and the resources, it could be a rewarding activity. I could think of worse thigs to spend my time learning. I unfortunately have not the time, but the ambition. So I take the time I do have, pick up what I can, and hope someday I can do it rght, and be proud of what I've done.
 
I must have missed that one. I worry more about the person(s) who are more than willing to give advice, but have never actually performed the task. For me, experience counts for more than theory, but then that's just me.

Fred
 
...not terribly high road.
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That was my meaning by replying using "snob". But, I agree with Walkalong - probably just a less than perfect choice of adjective.

There's different levels of handloaders.
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Absolutely! I'm new to it, loving it, doing a lot of it, BUT, all in a single caliber right now. And to boot, not a very demanding caliber (for handloading) - 9mm. The quality of my work is likely not tested in the short distances I shoot. Certainly my shooting skills (currently) are far more wildly variable than the loads I put together.

My handloading emphasis is on consistent action cycling of my weapons, cost per round and production volume. Yep, I'm the gamer.
But, in the last 4 months, since getting my 1st pistol (now on my 4th), I've talked about 2A issues directly with: state Speaker Pro Tem, state Representatives (2, one the Majority Whip), city Council (2) and city mayor. Point being, regardless of longevity or experience, each person can be a positive force for our interests.

PS - if that moved you to a tear in your eye, PM me for my address & I'll tell you where to ship some small pistol primers. :D
 
You're not in Kansas anymore, Bushmaster. Just follow the yellow brick road and the reloading wizard will help you get back home.......

Fred
 
I'm one of the newbies. I got my first handgun last summer (a 6 inch GP-100). I saved every piece of .38 brass I fired (450 pieces of WWB) knowing I wanted to start reloading eventually. I started a month ago.

I got three manuals, lots of other load data, 1000 spp (as a fluke I stumbled across a brick before I knew there was a serious shortage), a pound of W231, and 1000 cast bullets. This will keep me busy for a while.

Frankly, the shortage of components may be a good thing for a beginner like me. I will get my system worked out and hone my skills at this while working with only a couple of loadings instead of trying to experiment a lot before I get the basics down.
 
I got three manuals, lots of other load data, 1000 spp (as a fluke I stumbled across a brick before I knew there was a serious shortage), a pound of W231, and 1000 cast bullets. This will keep me busy for a while.
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2 months max.
 
agree, and for heavens sake dont buy a Dillion 650 anytime soon. You will be out of primers about an hour and a half after you get it bolted to the bench!
~z
 
I though I was a wannabe when I started with 100 CCI small pistol primers and my Lee (SWAH) Loader.
That was 1978-79 .


Guess I'm still a wannabe. I thought my 50 cal ammo can stash of primers would put me into the big league, but alas, after reading several of the above post I see I'm still in the bushes!
 
"agree, and for heavens sake dont buy a Dillion 650 anytime soon. You will be out of primers about an hour and a half after you get it bolted to the bench!~z"

Or a LoadMaster, I wanta try being a poor snob too:neener: It might take 3 to 4 hours as there is a bit more of a learning curve with the LM.
 
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