Reloading Advice Needed

[myfavoritecar]

I was wondering If it's still feasible to get into reloading just for target shooting and after looking around it seems hard to find places to buy primers and bullets( most sites I've checked seem to be out of stock ). So here's what I need advise on:

1. Is it feasible to get into reloading just for target shooting?
2. Where can you get primers and bullets for a reasonable price and where do they have them in stock. I would like to reload 9MM Luger, 45APC, 308, 30.06 springfield, 7.62x39.
3. I saw this RCBS starter kit on Midway, Is this a good kit for beginners and does anyone know if you can load both rifle and pistol rounds with it?

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=646599

Thanks

[powaybob]

Look at Wideners, Graf's, Powder Valley, Cabela's, Natchez Shooters Supply, Midsouth Shooter's Supply to name a few.

Several have Wolf primers made in Russia, which work just fine. (I use them)

I load 45 ACP and use Rainier, Berry's, Precision for plinking/target. I use them because they are coated and I shoot indoors some of the time. If you are outdoors you can use lead bullets, and there are lots of internet vendors.

As with most things these days, Google is your friend when you want to find something.

Your cost per round (considering only components) will be about $0.25 for 45 ACP. Once fired brass is about 5 cents, the bullet is about 13 cents, primer about 3 cents, and powder about 2 cents. Bullets like hollowpoints will cost $30-$50 per hundred.

Most new .45 ACP is going for at least 50 cents per round for FMJ plinking/target loads.

Of course you have to include the cost of the equipment to reload, and that will start about $200 for a basic press, set of dies, and all the tools you need to get started like a powder scale, caliper to measure the round, bullet puller, powder dispenser, and reloading recipe books.

Start with the ABCs of Reloading. It explains clearly with lots of pictures the steps involved in reloading.

[pepsi2451]

I was wondering If it's still feasible to get into reloading just for target shooting and after looking around it seems hard to find places to buy primers and bullets( most sites I've checked seem to be out of stock ). So here's what I need advise on:

1. Is it feasible to get into reloading just for target shooting?
2. Where can you get primers and bullets for a reasonable price and where do they have them in stock. I would like to reload 9MM Luger, 45APC, 308, 30.06 springfield, 7.62x39.
3. I saw this RCBS starter kit on Midway, Is this a good kit for beginners and does anyone know if you can load both rifle and pistol rounds with it?

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=646599

Thanks

1. I think it depends on how much you shoot, you will save money but you may have to buy components in bulk. Here is a link to a spreadsheet I came across that will calculate the cost per round.

http://forums.outdoorsdirectory.com/showthread.php?t=36

2. I just placed an order at powdervalleyinc.com they have all kinds of wolf primers except large rifle magnums in stock. I try to buy as much as I can at one time because of the Hazmat fee.

3. That press will do both rifle and pistol rounds. I like RCBS I purchased a similar kit last year, mine came with a turret press though. If your going to be loading a lot of ammo you might think about a turret press or even a progressive. In addition to the stuff in that kit you will probably want calipers, a tumbler to clean your cases, and a case trimmer for the rifle rounds.

This is the kit that I bought: http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct...tNumber=256779

[Sky_DiveR]

Try Grafs & Sons. http://www.grafs.com/ They only charge $5 for shipping. Makes a difference when you buy a reloading press. (or any heavy items).

[Jonathan Doe]

Actually, I like to load most of my ammo. I can load it the way I want it for my firearms whether it is a handgun or rifle.

[Fyathyrio]

I found that gathering the components was frustrating at first, but with a lot of Googling I got everything I needed somewhat easily. Save the links and check back often, also some places will let you sign up for email alerts when an item is in stock. There's also some places like Dillon.com and gunbroker.com that will have components. While waiting on all the stuff to start making bullets, I was able to study the ABC's of Reloading and also the Hornady reload manual I had ordered. Once I actually started I was already familiar with what I was about to get into.

One thing you can't put a price on is how enjoyable and relaxing it is to reload. I find it similar to driving an open road in that you are kept busy enough to be alert, but there's still a part of your brain that can do it's own thing. Don't know where you live, but if it's near SD, I'd be happy to show you what I've got and how it works. There's several threads about reloading clinics across the state, check one out and decide once you get to touch stuff.

[bohoki]

i get my primers from miwall at gunshows they often have what i need

[SirLoki]

I was wondering If it's still feasible to get into reloading just for target shooting and after looking around it seems hard to find places to buy primers and bullets( most sites I've checked seem to be out of stock ). So here's what I need advise on:

1. Is it feasible to get into reloading just for target shooting?
2. Where can you get primers and bullets for a reasonable price and where do they have them in stock. I would like to reload 9MM Luger, 45APC, 308, 30.06 springfield, 7.62x39.
3. I saw this RCBS starter kit on Midway, Is this a good kit for beginners and does anyone know if you can load both rifle and pistol rounds with it?

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=646599

Thanks

1. If you do target shooting its a great way to shoot a lot more for the same amount of money you would spend target shooting with factory. Practice ammo is easily made as well.

2. i would look online, try powder valley, wideners, grafs....

3. If you absolutely need something for pistol and rifle then go with a dillon 550. If you can live without rifle reloading go with a dillon square deal b. Both are very easy to setup and use especially for beginners.