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[707electrician]

...and now I want to get into reloading. Buying ammo every time I want to shoot is expensive and getting it from my local walmart is a pain since they rarely ever have any in stock plus I am about to pull the trigger and get a Remington 700 in .308 and will definitely want to reload for that.

I am thinking about the Lee classic 4 hole turret press to get me started as well as their auto-disk powder measurer and the die for that.

What I am wondering is what other dies will I need. From what I understand I will need a sizing die, seating die and crimping die. I found a 3-die set with just these dies but will I need any other dies? Do I need a neck sizing die in addition to the full length sizing die that comes with the set?

What will I need for the removal and installation of the primers?

Also, is a case trimmer a necessary tool that I should put on my wish list?

[pdq_wizzard]

read this first

for rifle http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s...d.php?t=158086

for pistol http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/s...d.php?t=229221

[Antihero47]

1. How much do you have to spend?

2. How much do you shoot?

3. What calibers are you shooting or intend on shooting?

4. Have you read any Reloading Manuals yet?

5. Do you intend to shoot rifle long distance or for groups? Or just blaster ammo?

Answer those questions and we can give you better advice.

[XDRoX]

You will need:
Turret Press
Powder measure
Dies (3 die set is fine)
Scale
Tumbler
Manual

I think that's it. The press will prime and deprime.

[Markus]

You will need:
Turret Press
Powder measure
Dies (3 die set is fine)
Scale
Tumbler
Manual

I think that's it. The press will prime and deprime.

Dont forget the riser if you want to mount the powder measure to the turret.

[bumpo628]

Calipers
Funnel
Case trimmer
Case lube
Chamfer / Deburring tool

[donger]

You will need:
Turret Press
Powder measure
Dies (3 die set is fine)
Scale
Tumbler
Manual

I think that's it. The press will prime and deprime.

Ha ha that's funny. You're gonna buy a lot of stuff. Open your wallet.

[FLIGHT762]

As others have said or will say. Read up on the subject. Buy a reloading manual or two and by a how to book. Many people like the ABC's of reloading as the how to book.

I have saved every loading manual I have bought since 1970. They are a valuable source of information. I have quite a library. My 1970 manual answered a question someone had from the other day.

Welcome to the hobby.

Start reading.

[toby]

A tumbler is not a necessity? I've not had one in over 25years and yes my brass is cleaned and shiny. Tho one would be nice I guess?

[ireload]

am thinking about the Lee classic 4 hole turret press to get me started as well as their auto-disk powder measurer and the die for that.
Not a bad choice. But do add a powder scale and when you use turret, load one case at a time so you can see step by step process.

What I am wondering is what other dies will I need. From what I understand I will need a sizing die, seating die and crimping die. I found a 3-die set with just these dies but will I need any other dies? Do I need a neck sizing die in addition to the full length sizing die that comes with the set?
Since you'll be loading for a bolt action, initially full size the brass then neck sizing afterwards.

What will I need for the removal and installation of the primers?
The sizing die removes the spent primer and the Lee turret press I would assume would have a built in primer arm to install primer.

Also, is a case trimmer a necessary tool that I should put on my wish list? Yes very necessary since bottle neck brass when fired stretches and will require trimming. I would go with a counter mounted trimmer like RCBS, Lyman, Foster, etc. Also you will need a caliper to measure brass lenght and overall length of the loaded round.

Most important of all read up on reloading basics before you purchase the equipment. Reloading manuals like RCBS, Lee, Lyman and ABC Of Reloading are good publications. Have at least two manuals to reference.

[707electrician]

Dont forget the riser if you want to mount the powder measure to the turret.

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=792057

Is this not what I would need?

[Markus]

This is what i was talking about however you do need that as well since your loading for rifle I kind of missed that part.

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=114080

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[bumpo628]

Starting off with a rifle caliber is more difficult due to the increased amount of case preparation.
Be sure to read at least one manual entirely (preferably two) before you get started.
Check between Grafs and Midway on each of the following for the best current prices.
Here's my list:

Manuals:
$20 - Lyman "Reloading Handbook: 49th Edition" Reloading Manual Softcover

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=217655

$17 - "ABC's of Reloading, 8th Edition" Book by Bill Chevalier

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=217655

Press Tooling:
$71 - Lee 3 Hole Turret Press with Manual Index

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=405548

$31 - Lee Deluxe 3-Die Set 308 Winchester (comes with shellholder)

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=148525

$20 - Lee Perfect Powder Measure

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=540522

$3 - Lee Powder Funnel 22 to 45 Caliber

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=974498

$18 - Lee Auto Prime XR Hand Priming Tool

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=413473

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$15 - Lee Auto Prime Hand Priming Tool Shellholder Package of 11

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=566058

$7 - Frankford Arsenal Universal Reloading Tray 50-Round Plastic Blue

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=122368

Measurement:
$56 - Dillon Eliminator Scale

http://www.grafs.com/retail/catalog/product/productId/3018

$22 - Dial calipers (can be found cheaper at Harbor Freight, maybe $15)

http://www.grafs.com/retail/catalog/product/productId/5376

$32 - Hornady Lock-N-Load Headspace Gage 5 Bushing Set with Comparator (measures from base to shoulder)

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=479704

Case Preparation:
$72 - FRANKFORD ARSENAL QUICK-N-EZ CASE TUMBLER KIT (Tumbler, sifter, media, polish)

http://www.grafs.com/retail/catalog/product/productId/778

$7 for 10 quarts of tumbler media (aka -Zilla Ground English Walnut Shells Reptile Bedding)

http://www.petco.com/product/102881/Zilla-Ground-English-Walnut-Shells-Reptile-Bedding.aspx

$25 - Possum Hollow Kwick Case Trimmer 308 Winchester (indexes off the shoulder)

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=155172

$10 - Possum Hollow Power Adapter (can be used with case trimmer or deburring tool)

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=295771

$19 - RCBS Chamfer and Deburring Tool 17 to 45 Caliber (does inside and outside the case mouth)

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=143728

$10 - Hornady Primer Pocket Reamer Tool Large (to remove crimp)

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=176759

$5 - Lee Decapper and Base 30 Caliber (for depriming milsurp or crimped brass the first time)

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewproduct/?productnumber=297408

$18 - Lyman Case Lube Kit (You could opt for a spray lube or Imperial Sizing Wax if you prefer)

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=130319

Don't forget powder, primers, brass and bullets.