Reloading Kit

[kimbrel425@yahoo.com]

I am interested in starting to reload. What is a good kit to get started with that isn't too cheap. I will be reloading .223, .40, 9mm and probably .45 in the future. Also, is it worth it to start reloading over let's say buying reloads?

Thanks in advance!

[BillyGoatCrawler]

Stickies are your friend. Read through these two stickies - they answer all of this

This one sounds more geared for you:

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=229221

If you start reloading, you'd probably be interested in heading this way:

http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=158086

[stand125]

223 will cost about .24 cents to reload, 9mm about $6.00 per 50cnt and another $1.00 or $2.00 per 50cnt box of 40cal and 45 acp and for the most part, your ammo will be at lest or more accurate than factory. As far as a kit goes. Way to many variables to give an awnser. Personally I think the LEE Classic Turret press is by far the best all around press out there. You can skip on a few things at first like a tumbler. You really only need the press kit, dies, trimmer for you rifle brass, a scale, calipers.

If you really want to go on the cheap then get the LEE Hand press kit and a loading block. It's much slower on pistol rounds but it makes just as good as ammo as a mounted press and you can fit everything inside a shoe box. You would always have it as a back up and you will learn the basics without spending much money.

[emptybottle151]

Lee Precision Classic Turret Press $111.99
Lee Precision 4-Hole Turret $12.99
Lee Precision 4-Die set (Pistol)
Lee Precision Pacesetter (Rifle)
Lee Precision Rifle Charging Die (Rifle) $12.99
Lee Precision Auto Disk Riser (Rifle) $9.99
Lee Precision Turret Press Safety Prime $40.00
Lee Precision Pro Auto Disk Powder Measure $33.59
Lee Precision Case Cutter, Locking Stud (Rifle) $12.19
Lee Precision Chamfer $3.99
Lee Precision Gauge/Holder (Rifle)
Lee Precision Powder Funnel $8.11
Lyman 49th Edition Reloading Manual $18.79
Frankford Arsenal Reloading Scale $29.48
Frankford Arsenal Impact Bullet Puller $11.99
Digital Calibers
Case Lube
Tumbler and Media

Amazon 5/27/15

Start with pistol calibers and watch a few youtube videos

[kimbrel425@yahoo.com]

Cool thanks. Gives me a place to start

[kimbrel425@yahoo.com]

Emptybottle151 what is the ballpark of your mentioned setup?

[VegasND]

If you're serious and expect to make reloading a permanent part of your shooting life don't waste money:

http://brianenos.com/store/home.html

http://www.dillonprecision.com/

Buy right the first time.

[sghart]

I would stick to the Lee Classic Turret kit. It will do everything that you want and more.

Then, after you learn the ropes and get comfortable with reloading you can decide if it is a hobby that you want to continue. A lot of guys try it and then realize it is too time consuming or just doesn't fit their needs.

If that is the case for you then you can always sell your Lee equipment.

If you want to stay in the hobby you can then decide to "upgrade" to more expensive equipment or stick with the Lee. I put upgrade in parentheses because I don't necessarily consider other brands an upgrade. If they were still around you could ask the deer, hogs, rabbits, squirrels and numerous varmints what they think of my Lee loaded ammo.

[emptybottle151]

Emptybottle151 what is the ballpark of your mentioned setup?

I think 3'ish depending on which tumbler you get. You can order it all on Amazon and see the grand total. Again I would recommend on the pistol calibers first and if you enjoy it go on to the rifle. You will save the most on the .45acp

[BigBronco]

Before you decide on what mfg of equipment compare warranty's and follow up service. Take the Frankford arsenal bullet puller. I broke mine and had to buy a new one. While RCBS would replace it since they have a life time warranty.

[Enfield47]

OP where are you located. Before you start purchasing equipment, you should attend a reloading club class to see if it's right for you. Not only will you get hands on experience with different presses, you also will find out if you like it or not (not everyone does).

I did my research and went with the Lee Classic Cast Turret press and never looked back. It has worked out great for all the rounds I reload for (pistol and rifle up to .30-06). Emptybottle gave you a pretty good list, use it as a starting point. If you go with a Lee press check out Titan Reloading and FS Reloading, they have the best prices generally. However, you really should take the class first. It's a much smaller investment than the reloading setup in case you don't like reloading or end up wanting a different press.

[kimbrel425@yahoo.com]

I live in the Temecula area (So Cal). Thanks for your input guys, I appreciate it.

[emptybottle151]

I updated the prices of the list above from Amazon

[kimbrel425@yahoo.com]

Awesome thanks!

[kcheung2]

I started with a RCBS single stage kit in the $300 range & I still use it.