First Reloading Setup

[Bastard]

.338
.337
.336
.338

there is an actually formula where you can measure the brass thickness plus bullet diameter.... I am too lazy to look it up right now.

OR you could just get the Lee collet die.

[ducky_0811]

What is your goal? Bulk ammo savings or precision ammo? You may want to think about a comparator, flash hole deburing tool, and primer pocket uniformer depending on what your trying to do, and a primer pocket seater if you plan on using LC brass

[ExtremeX]

I agree on the comparator… for both bullet seating and cartridge headspace measurements.

[mark501w]

RCBS FL dies, shell holder, RCBS primer attachment for your Rock chucker, RCBS case trimmer, & .30 cal pilot. Good set of calipers off EBay . Reload go shooting.

[Roach]

I agree on the comparator… for both bullet seating and cartridge headspace measurements.

That's all I can see you're missing. I personally like the RCBS precision mic, but measuring headspace with it is not great.

[ExtremeX]

That's all I can see you're missing. I personally like the RCBS precision mic, but measuring headspace with it is not great.

[jameshenry]

A case gage will help speed up your die set up.

[janus408]

Update:





Ordered.

Still going to get an RCBS MIC, case trimmer (havent decided on style/brand), and a tumbler.

Anything you would add or recommend adding to my list?

336 was the only TN in stock, so I got it. I will order a more diverse TN set in the near future, but think I will be fine with those 3 sizes for now.

[Bastard]

yeah it will more than likely be the .337 you need, it is just the way things go.


what about the brass, you still need to order the Lapua Brass & the big box of SMKs

ooooh don't forget the K&M neck turner and adapters & accessories that go along with it.

don't listen to me, I'm just trying to spend all your money.

[janus408]

I already have 500+ 175gr SMKs and the Varget/primers to go with it. Currently only have 50 Lapua brass, but i think i will order 200ish more.

[Witch Hunter]

For a new reloader, I would recommend not getting the S type dies. The standard FL dies are all you really need. The bushing dies are for the benchrest guys that measure their chamber and neck thickness. Trust me, the FL dies will work just fine, you will not be able to tell the difference, just the price. The bushing dies are great though, they do not use an expander ball, which is a good thing. Try imperial sizing wax for lube. Good luck.

[Bastard]

For a new reloader, I would recommend not getting the S type dies. The standard FL dies are all you really need. The bushing dies are for the benchrest guys that measure their chamber and neck thickness. Trust me, the FL dies will work just fine, you will not be able to tell the difference, just the price. The bushing dies are great though, they do not use an expander ball, which is a good thing. Try imperial sizing wax for lube. Good luck.

he speaks the truth;
I though about mentioning this, but I didn't feel like trying to explain it.
although I must say that the micrometer seating die is great when adjusting seating depth

[Witch Hunter]

Thanks Bastard, I also love the micrometer seating die from Redding. Once I tried it, I buy one for any new rifle I am working up a load for. They make it easy readjusting your dies when you are trying different bullets. But the S dies are for the pro's. I tried them on a Rem 40X .220 Swift and honestly couldn't tell the difference. I will say they are smooth though, with no expander ball on the upstroke. But for what, 35.00, you can't beat standard FL dies.

[DazedandConfuzed]

The Redding Master Hunter die set has FL sizing die and seating die w/mic.

http://www.brownells.com/reloading/reloading-dies/rifle-dies/master-hunter-die-sets-prod56892.aspx?avs|Cartridge_1=CTT_308%20Winchester

[Bastard]

I picked up the completion set some time ago, allows neck sizing only w/ separate body die for a very nice price (was years ago & don't remember where) and I can honestly say that it ruined me - so much so that when I started loading for 22-250 I went the same route, and seating dies for others as well.

but hey I guess if people didn't buy things/tools that made reloading easier we would all be using lee single stage presses