Reloading?

[damon1272]

I hate reloading but it is worth it. No issues learning on a progress. I would recommend Dillon because of the great customer service.

Brian Enos has a great reloading section on their website.

No need to make it a hobby. Just read a bit about it. Understand what you are doing and then go for it.

[nickrdz]

Buy a lee hand press if you really need space, but I would get a turret press. Progressive presses can be big. With a turret press you can have all your dies set up. Handgun reloading is a pita unless you run a progressive press. At least with a turret you can have your dies set up and its smaller. Also get a good powder measure. That will save you a lot of time.

[alpha_romeo_XV]

You can get by without much space. My reloading bench is two tiers high and only 4' wide. But the horde of brass, bullets, primers and powder for all my calibers takes a bit more space. Tumbler (noisey) and separator are together in garage.
If you really get into it a chrono is useful.

[gpark09]

time to get into a second hobby / studdy a bunch of material.

If this is a matter, don't even start. It will take time and devotion. Not to mention loading set up cost.

You could save money in a long run, but for a while, you will see much saving but rather more spending.

If ammo cost is a concern just go to LAX Ammo for their brand, they are pretty affordable.

[trackcage]

You will spend just as much money if not more by reloading. You'll just shoot much more.

Reloading is another hobby. If you don't want more hobbies, reloading may not be for you. I love to reload and enjoy the time I spend in the garage.

Just my advice to consider this carefully before diving in.

[200Apples]

I'm afraid I must concur with gpark and trackcage...

If you don't have the time and if you cannot study, then reloading may not be for you.

And on top of all that is the issue of brass case preparation... which is arguably, for me, anyway, the most time-consuming aspect of the whole deal. The well-prepped cartridge case is the foundation of a safe and consistent load (when dealing with rimmed revolver and rifle cartridges, that is.

Rimless, semiauto pistol brass which chambers on the case mouth does not necessarily require *as much* diligence [but I don't reload for my .45 auto. I pay it forward by depositing much brass everywhere I shoot for the benefit of those that do. ).

If you were to change your mind and attempt the reloading hobby, do not overlook this aspect of it.

[ja308]

The Dillion company includes a video tape or DVD that contains all the info required to successfully reload.

IIRC most competitive shooters use Dillion and the Blue Press magazine is always worth a look .

[protohyp]

The Dillion company includes a video tape or DVD that contains all the info required to successfully reload.

IIRC most competitive shooters use Dillion and the Blue Press magazine is always worth a look .

I can never get past the cover page of the Dillon magazine.


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[CSACANNONEER]

For what you want to load, you can fit everything in a box, a little longer than a shoebox. If you really have no room, try a Lee hand press. That way, you don't even need to mount it to a bench.

[50BMGBOB]

As I always tell people. What limits your shooting, time or money? If it is time, why reload? Unless you need something unusual you may be better just buying ammo. If on the other hand it is money, then a small step back while buying the equipment will help you shoot more. As others have said, you may save money per round, but most of us spend what we can afford on our hobbies so you will find that you spend the same but shoot more.

[RiskyBusiness]

The amount of people here all recommending him to take the blue pill when he just said he doesnt have time for another hobby nor wishes to study extensive material clearly the most expensive and complex press would not be ideal.

[Clickjack]

I’ve been toying with the idea for years. Been shooting / hunting my whole life and never knew anyone who handloaded. The idea of trying to teach myself is the most daunting part. The stakes seem high if I screw up.

Also I live in a rented house that’s basiclsly a “studio” apartment with a roommate in L.A. I have no, bench. I have a coffee table.

[waveslayer]

Reloading is time consuming so you don't blow yourself up. You need to know what your max pressure is for your gun etc.

So from what you said.. reloading may not be what you are looking for.

Save time and get a Dillon 1050 and add the auto motor so you can save time. It will be expensive

My wife thinks I only have 3 guns

[CAL.BAR]

I set up my Dillion in an afternoon. Was reloading that day. TONS of videos from Dillion and others on Youtube. Not hard at all as long as you stick to common calibers. Get a good reloading manual to get your powder loads etc.

[NOTABIKER]

I use the most basic reloading equipment , I have a tumbler but i like washing over tumbling.Single stage press for 223,30 06,44 mag. I do not do it for savings i do it to give CA lawmakers the finger.