Wanting to start reloading

[bca1313]

Thanks. I have a trip to Phoenix coming up. Maybe a stop at the Dillon store is in order.

[Hoser]

Thanks. I have a trip to Phoenix coming up. Maybe a stop at the Dillon store is in order.

It is a really nice showroom. Machines on display that you can pull the handle on. Everyone behind the counter, Gail included, is a shooter and a reloader.

I go down there once or twice a year and say hello.

[RANGERRON72]

I was a competitive pistol shooter and needed large volumes of 9mm and 45, so while I had loaded single stage press in 1967-68 (junior in high school), my first press was a Dillon 550B in 9mm. Used the DVD (alright I admit I was a VHS tape back in the mid 90's) and never looked back.

Now have two 550's, and a Rock Chucker for precision rifle loads..........FWIW

Lots of good info on the internet and on youtube.........just be smart and not stupid......

[bca1313]

Today there is a sale on DVOR for Lee reloading equipment. Presses, Dies, etc. I almost pulled the trigger but think I will hold off for a Dillon. If anyone needs Lee stuff though check it out.

http://www.dvor.com/s/7mh9f2.html Then click on todays deals.

Can you use Lee dies on the Dillon machine? Is that a bad idea?

[Great-Kazoo]

Today there is a sale on DVOR for Lee reloading equipment. Presses, Dies, etc. I almost pulled the trigger but think I will hold off for a Dillon. If anyone needs Lee stuff though check it out.

http://www.dvor.com/s/7mh9f2.html Then click on todays deals.

Can you use Lee dies on the Dillon machine? Is that a bad idea?

the dies are a standard 7/16. no issues.

[JM Ver. 2.0]

Hoser, what would you do....

I want to reload .223 and 9mm. Quickly... in bulk...

550 or 1050?

Also, for the money of one 1050, couldn't I get close to having TWO decked out 550s?

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[Great-Kazoo]

Hoser, what would you do....

I want to reload .223 and 9mm. Quickly... in bulk...

550 or 1050?

Also, for the money of one 1050, couldn't I get close to having TWO decked out 550s?

Sent from my teepee using smoke signals.

650, no brainer. Your price point on the 1050 not including extra tool head is $1720 throw in a caliber QC for $270 you're in the $2k range

The 650 is $567 + $219[case feeder] = $786 x 2= $1572. You're already $200 ahead of the game with 2- 650's. Not factoring in a RT1200 trimmer and other small accessories.

Then again you could splurge and get 2 of each . Throw in a 550 for shits n giggles, kick back and enjoy life.

[JM Ver. 2.0]

650, no brainer. Your price point on the 1050 not including extra tool head is $1720 throw in a caliber QC for $270 you're in the $2k range

The 650 is $567 + $219[case feeder] = $786 x 2= $1572. You're already $200 ahead of the game with 2- 650's. Not factoring in a RT1200 trimmer and other small accessories.

Then again you could splurge and get 2 of each . Throw in a 550 for shits n giggles, kick back and enjoy life.

I meant 650....

Ok. So...

650.
Case feeder.
Trimmer.
Caliber QC.


What else do I need?

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[NFATrustGuy]

What else do I need...

Powder check system p/n 21044 $68.95
Extra Powder Die p/n 20064 $11.35
.223 die set p/n 10838 $66.95
9mm die set p/n 14406 $63.95
Small pistol or small rifle case feed plate (whichever you don't order with your case feeder) $38.95
650 maintenance kit p/n 97017 $39.95
Bullet Tray p/n 22214 $41.95
Strong Mount p/n 22052 $45.95

I don't know if I'd do 2 separate machines for .223 and 9mm. It's really not that tough or time consuming to do a changeover if you've got a separate toolhead complete with powder measure and all the dies set up and ready to roll. I'm a complete newbie and I know I can do it in less than 10 minutes. Can't use 2 machines at one time anyway!

[Great-Kazoo]

What else do I need...

Powder check system p/n 21044 $68.95 Save the money , put towards another tool head
Extra Powder Die p/n 20064 $11.35
.223 die set p/n 10838 $66.95
9mm die set p/n 14406 $63.95
Small pistol or small rifle case feed plate (whichever you don't order with your case feeder) $38.95
650 maintenance kit p/n 97017 $39.95
Bullet Tray p/n 22214 $41.95
Strong Mount p/n 22052 $45.95 You can make your own. i have an extra already bent.

I don't know if I'd do 2 separate machines for .223 and 9mm. It's really not that tough or time consuming to do a changeover if you've got a separate toolhead complete with powder measure and all the dies set up and ready to roll. I'm a complete newbie and I know I can do it in less than 10 minutes. Can't use 2 machines at one time anyway!

For the dies, I suggest rcbs or any one you have on hand. The dillon dies are nice, but pricey. Instead of another powder drop, crack off and but tool heads for each caliber you're going to reload for. it's more up front, but so much easier once you're up and running.
IF you were going to use different load data / powder measurements, invest in a few unique tech units.
http://www.uniquetek.com/site/696296/product/T1231







Unfortunately like guns, reloading is always a work in progress.