Reloading prices

[RRD3]

I really enjoy reloading. Go in the garage, grab my Ipod and sit down for a few hours reloading. To me it's very relaxing.

[theGinsue]

First off, I think you're getting some bad advice here. Most reloaders will tell you - if you are just getting into reloading to only get a single stage press, not a progressive or turret press. As a beginner, you need to keep it simple and have each step clearly defined. You can always upgrade once you've got more experience under your belt.

Secondly, someone indicated that a tumbler is a "basic component". I disagree. They clean up your brass quite nicely, but are not essential.

I recommend picking up a few (not just one) reloading manuals from different companies (i.e. Lyman, Sierra, Nosler, Hornady). Read through the book - focusing on the reloading process and the essential and recommended tools. Do this BEFORE buying any equipment so that you know what you are getting into and how to properly (and SAFELY) reload ammunition.

[mrgreencom]

Single stage press sounds right to me...I definitely want to keep it simple.

[RRD3]

I started with a single, but if you fall for reloading you'll end up with 3 or 4 progressives

[ryanek9freak]

Single stage presses work just fine, but you'll quickly grow tired of them, I have a lyman and a lee multi stage press.

My RCBS single stage sits around and collects dust.

Besides, you can use the Lee turret press, as a single stage anyway, by just taking the rod out of the center.

I don't think it's that hard to learn for a noob, that he'd HAVE To buy a single stage press first.

here's my setup, from left to right, RCBS Rock Chuker, Lyman 5 Stage, Lee turret press, and my Lyman bullet sizer.

[RRD3]

Single stage presses work just fine, but you'll quickly grow tired of them, I have a lyman and a lee multi stage press.

My RCBS single stage sits around and collects dust.

Besides, you can use the Lee turret press, as a single stage anyway, by just taking the rod out of the center.

I don't think it's that hard to learn for a noob, that he'd HAVE To buy a single stage press first.

here's my setup, from left to right, RCBS Rock Chuker, Lyman 5 Stage, Lee turret press, and my Lyman bullet sizer.

Nice bench

[mrgreencom]

Nice bench

I was thinking the same thing! It looks like some nice rifles too!

[carnplanenut]

Definitely hook up with someone who reloads and get some "bench time" with them. I started with a Dillon 550 progressive and have been loading for over 12 years. I have a 650 progresive now. There are no "right presses" to start with.

I agree with everyone that you need to get some books/reloading manuals to get some help with. Part of it comes down to how much you want to spend. RCBS, Dillon, Hornady, Lyman, etc. They are all good presses and serve their users well. I prefer Dillon because of their lifetime NO BS warranty, but that is just me.

Good luck. I'm in SE Aurora, if you want to see my press in action. I load approx 300-500 rounds at a time. I leasrned from a police officer friend of mine who loads between 5k-10k/month.

Jason

PS. Really nice bench pics! I see a new thread in the making.