Wanting to start reloading

[bca1313]

This section has been really helpful. I am hoping to start reloading in the very near future. From my reviews I think I am going with a Dillon 550b and starting with 223/556, 9 and 300.

Do people recommend taking a class on reloading or just reading up on it? Its a lot to take in to get started.

[hghclsswhitetrsh]

Buy the abc's of reloading. Before you buy or do anything. Lots of seasoned reloaders(not me I'm a newb still) recommend a single stage press to learn on.

[Hoser]

The Dillon DVD on the 550 is worth its weight in gold. Good stuff.

[Great-Kazoo]

Lots of info.

https://www.ar-15.co/threads/18232-Reloading-Links

[bca1313]

Thanks...

Hoser. I saw that you do 300 brass. When I get this stuff going I will be reaching out to you as well. Time to study and make sure I get the right stuff. Will review the links Jim.

[4gunfun]

I think sportsmans warehouse has some free classes. Watch you tube videos. Spend some time online on sights like handloads.com. and. sksboards.com. I would recommend a turret press to start with. Wideners has a lyman turret kit for $349. Anyone else think a progressive press is not easy to start with?

[sellersm]

I always recommend the Lee Classic Cast turret from Kempfs gun shop (online). They customize the kit to give you what you need and not what you don't!

Lots of good resources online as well as books: ABC's of Reloading, Lyman's book, and others.


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[SamuraiCO]

I started on a dillon and watched some youtube videos. You will do just fine.

[ChadAmberg]

I'm also sure there are some reloaders in your area that will be more than happy to come over and give you a lesson or three, help you get over much of the initial questions in no time at all.

[Caithford]

ABC's of Reloading is the best place to start. After that, I agree with Chad, see if you can find someone to walk you through the process. There's a lot of stuff you need in addition to the press.

Most folks do recommend trying a single stage first. Again, you could do that on someone else's setup.

I think pistol reloading is easier than rifle reloading, so I would start there. Then learn the rifle after. While I've only been reloading for a year or so, I'd be willing to offer tips and stuff that I've learned through my trials and tribulations.