Basic Budget Reloading.

[H4zY]

I just watched this video and I was hoping someone could chime in who has experience with this setup. Seems legit to me.

[video=youtube_share;6mnY5ZFcdtA]http://youtu.be/6mnY5ZFcdtA[/video]

 

[Springfield 1911]

Yup it is legit. It would be not be as precise as I would like and I would not use it for rifle rounds at all. Lee also has a hand press that works OK. Still not my cup of tea.

 

[H4zY]

Yup it is legit. It would be not be as precise as I would like and I would not use it for rifle rounds at all. Lee also has a hand press that works OK. Still not my cup of tea.

Would it be better suited for a pistol cartridge?

 

[Springfield 1911]

Would it be better suited for a pistol cartridge?

To me it's not suited for anything! I guess if push come to shove I would use it to do pistol rounds.

 

[Clarke123]

A "Novelty" that you will quickly tire of!

That's how I started reloading over 40 years ago ... loading 9 mm. All I can say is that "it works"!
I QUICKLY switched to a regular C-Type press because I wanted to load faster and more accurately.

If you are only loading pistol rounds and are on a budget, then FIRST: Buy a decent reloading manual (READ IT BEFORE BUYING ANYTHING ELSE)!,
SECOND: Get an inexpensive "C-Type" press (LEE has a really basic one of around $30 or less),
THIRD: Get a LEE Die Set n the caliber that you are reloading (Carbide is best and around $40).
Be aware, that everything recommended will be useful even when you become experience at reloading.

Initially, you can use the LEE powder dipper that comes with the Die Set ... Just make certain that the
dipper size is used along with the Powder Recommendations Included with your Die Set!!!!

 

[07JKX]

way too much work when you can get a basic press for just a bit more.

 

[H4zY]

Thanks for the heads up. I shed a tear evertime I shoot and leave my brass behind. What manual do you guys recommend for a begginer?

 

[Clarke123]

Thanks for the heads up. I shed a tear evertime I shoot and leave my brass behind. What manual do you guys recommend for a begginer?

I still have my Speer Volume 8 that I started out with several decades ago ... it's still contains valid reloading information.
However, I use my Lyman 49th Edition for everyday stuff ... It's forward is a good guide to basic reloading how-to steps, instructions and
"watch-its", as well as very good reloading tables for popular calibers in use today. Many swear by "The ABC's of Reloading" ... Personally, I can't imagine having too many reloading books in your library!

You can also pick up some really good tips on specific calibers and problem solving at http://www.handloads.com/ ...
BTW: Don't forget to read the great Sticky right here on the ODT!

Here's some good information on LEE Products (and not bad prices either): http://www.titanreloading.com/

 

[H4zY]

Thank you Clark for the info. I have started on my work bench to make some room. I will look online tonight for manuals and see what turns up. I have access to reloading stuff through Hi Caliber, however I am sure it's way cheaper online. If I hit a bump in the road, do you mind if I send you a PM for some info?
Thanks again.

 

[inkdaddy]

Thanks for the heads up. I shed a tear evertime I shoot and leave my brass behind. What manual do you guys recommend for a begginer?

You Tube....has a plethora of information about re loading especially when it comes to a specific type of re loading press. Just search....you will have so much video to watch, you will become an expert before you press out your first round!!