I NEED SOME INFO FOR RELOADING

[mossberg500]

again, i am thinking to start doing reloading for .223 and .45 what do i need to buy? I have a low budget for start reloading, i got some info from youtube about single stage press thats what i want, i am only using it for plinking, any advice or info what else do i need to start reloading for a starter like me that would be much appreciated,

[jmzhwells]

get the RCBS kit for 300 bucks, then get the dies of choice, and powder and bullets, hopefully u saved your brass, and a tumbler and media, probably about 500 to get the stuff you need.

[Bedlam]

You can get a lee kit for significantly less I probably was able to get what i needed including tumbler and such for around $280-300~ there are lots of other things I have since bought but the basic kit gives you what you need to start.]

And a big one is get a good reloading manual.

[mossberg500]

thanks for the info, when you buy a reloading kit does it comes with manual right?

[Gio]

Nope, you need to buy that separate. A lot of powder companies offer load data online so one book is good, but most would say get 2 books and cross reference them Good luck, have fun and be safe.


-Gio

[chrisw]

I bought the RCBS kit when I started reloading and was happy with it. Really, one of the all in one kits from Honady, Lee, RCBS etc...is all you "need" to begin. Just add the dies for the calibers you want and components (bullets, primers, powder, cases) and the appropriete loading manual for those components and your set.

Also, some kits do come with manuals but if the kit comes with a manual, it will likely be only for that manufactures components. example: RCBS will have load data for only Speer/CCI bullets and primers. Hornady will be info for Hornady bullets etc...

[AEC1]

I startes 2 years ago with a lee pro 1000. I have uprageded, I now have 2 pro 1000, one for .45, and one I swap between 9mm adn .223. Best 150 I ever spent...

[gunboat]

You NEED a press, dies, case lube, method of priming if not on press, powder scale, funnel, calipers to check case length and a manual. A sharp pen knife can sub for a case mouth chamfering tool. Same for removing the primer crimp on GI cases. I prefer older Lyman manuals but I am sure the others are alright. An ABC's of reloading would also be helpful. That is about all you need, everything else makes the job easier or faster. So it does not need to be a budget buster to get started. my ha-penny

[mossberg500]

so i have another silly question, how many times you can exactly reload a ones fired brass,

[gunboat]

"exactly" is not possible -- 10 to 20 times depending on many variables. Some cases can last even longer.

[Chris M]

so i have another silly question, how many times you can exactly reload a ones fired brass,

Until it's no longer safe.

Inspect your brass after every firing. If you see ANY problems with it, get some pliers, crimp the mouth shut, and toss it.

If you want to extend the life of the brass, and you've got only one firearm chambered in 223, don't full-lenth resize. Get a neck sizing die.

[mossberg500]

what powder do guys use for .223 and .45? i only have to calibers i use it only for plinking

[XDRoX]

Another vote for the RCBS kit. It has everything. I recently picked up a single stage Lyman press that I'm very impressed with as well. You really can't go wrong with any of the big name single stage presses. But the RCBS kit comes with everything. If you tried to piece all the pieces together it would cost way more. $500 instead of the $300. And all the stuff in the kit is quality. Throw in some $25 Lee dies and you're ready to go.

Powder measure = $100
scale = $100
press = $130

Just with these 3 essentials you're already over the price of the kit. So basically everything else is free.
Shell tray, lube, lube tray, hand priming tool (and it's a really good one), deburring tool.
It's a bargain. Buy it now

[KaTooM]

Check this video out before you go single stage...I do not currently reload but love shooting my Garand and M1A so its time to start loading .308 and 30.06.

I think this setup is $500 without dies and powder scale.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRZrbv_8kx4

[mossberg500]

thanks for all the input guys