local reloading classes

[fish45]

Private reloading classes were basically shutdown by the ATF due to licensing issues.
It turns out that if someone else loads ammo in your place that YOU are manufacturing ammo, not them and since you are charging them to use your equipment while you teach them, the ATF says that YOU need to be a licensed ammo manufacturer under an 06FFL which carries all the other burdensome requirements that your locality may choose to require of you such as permits, insurance, physical security etc.

It's possible to do what you are asking about, but check into it carefully with all the licensing entities before you really spend any money on the endeavor as you might be surprised what your local govt is going to require of a person setting up an ammo manufacturing company in their jurisdiction.

If he doesn't charge anyone and there is no transaction of money then I don't see how its a business. The impression I get from the op is that he should check out the calguns reloading section and perhaps join one of the area clubs or try to organize a clinic on a recurring basis.

[Tripplet918]

Or, dont use real powder and primers. Dont load live ammo.

In principle, that makes it legal?

[smoothy8500]

Spent primers and Cream of wheat to simulate the mechanics of reloading. Loading "non-ammo" ammunition.

[vpravada]

Don't let the fear of lawyers stop you from doing what you want.

Live free

[TrappedinCalifornia]

You may want to look into any courses offered near you and attend one. It will not only give you a chance to see how they are conducted, but provide an opportunity to speak with the instructors and strike up a conversation regarding what is involved 'behind the scenes' insofar as equipment provisions, insurance, etc.

I learned to reload from a friend, a lot of reading (what I could find), and via many conversations with others. This was in the days long before VHS, DVD's, or the Internet. Thus, in a sense, I get what you want to do. But, to do it properly, safely, and legally might be more 'involved' than you think. Thus, it can be useful to get a sense for how the 'pros' do it before putting yourself out there.

[Sohum63]

I believe the range in Sacramento offered some reloading classes some years ago. I?m a few hrs away but was using them as an ffl for ppt so was there once in a while. I tried signing up for one but I either couldn?t make it or they were full. I checked back for a while after that and never saw them on the calendar again. Makes sense that atf of someone put an end to some healthy learning. I?ve sense started on my own with just manuals and the YouTube but still keep an eye out for classes but haven?t seen any.