The Pro 1000 is a capable straight walled cartridge press. Learning the basics on one, well it ain't something I'd want to do.
Get yourself an inexpensive single stage or turret press to nail the process down. The 1000 does work, but you have to follow the directions and have a consistent hand on the lever. There's simply too much for the beginner to watch.
30 years ago when I first started, I'd likely not pursued loading if the 1000 had been the tool.
I've owned several of them that I left setup for different calibers. The only real trouble I've had with them is with .223's. The movement's too jerky for cases full or rifle powder.
With all due respect, learn to walk before trying to run.
No offense taken. I got the progressive as I did not want to buy a single stage and then move to a progressive, leaving an unused single stage. The way everything works makes perfect sense on paper - I think I have the science part down, but am missing the art.