Looking at reloading

07stuntin6r · Feb 23, 2017

Looking at getting into reloading mainly 223/5.56 then 308. Wanting to do a single stage press heard good things about rcbs and their die sets so was looking at this one.

https://www.midwayusa.com/product/937051/rcbs-rock-chucker-supreme-master-single-stage-press-kit

Any better places to buy? NatchesZZ?

Also I know lee is cheaper, but heard mixed reviews on those.

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JohnAL · Feb 24, 2017

I have 40+ years and many thousands of rounds on my Rockchucker if that means anything. Hornady presses are good. Dillons are the Cadillacs.

07stuntin6r · Feb 24, 2017

Yeah Dillon would be nice once I step up to a full on progressive one.

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TennJeep1618 · Feb 24, 2017

I've posted this several times in other threads in more detail (search should pull it up), but I recommend the Lee Classic Turret press for beginners. You can use it like a single stage or as a turret, which is much faster than a single stage.

07stuntin6r · Feb 24, 2017

Thanks I'll see if I can find it

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Mouser · Feb 24, 2017

Lee turret press is a great place to start...how many times have you invested in something and then a year later wanted to upgrade. Lee turret is not a progressive press but it is much better than a single stage so far as versatility is concerned

07stuntin6r · Feb 24, 2017

Yeah I was looking at the loadmaster. Just being new at it I like the fact of doing one at a time and making sure they were all done correctly.

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Sideways · Feb 25, 2017

I'm a big fan of Lee. Super economical. I have multiple Lee's single stage to Pro 1000's. All in use for over 12 years without issue. I liked the fact that I could buy a 3 separate progressive machines including dies cheaper than one from Dillon. This reduces caliber changes.

Joebob2 · Feb 25, 2017

I just started reloading last fall and got the Lee Classic Turret. Works great and was very easy to set up. I can usually get about 200rds and hour with it. Only two things I wish was a little better: The disk powder measure doesn't provide enough options to fine tune 9mm loads. Using Hodgdon Titegroup and the loading data says 3.9-4.4gr. One hole in the disk gives me 3.7 and the next is 4.2, so I only have one option there. The drum measure might be a better choice. Second, the primer feed is a little finicky. When it works, it works great. Primers tend to get stuck in the bin and clog the feed hole. But these are very minor issues. I still think its an excellent value and great starter press. You can change calibers easily by just popping the die turret out and popping a new one in. I only load 9,, with mine but am planning on getting some .223 dies soon.

Capt. Dave · Feb 25, 2017

Not to get to far off topic, but what tumbler/ brass prep do you pros use?

07stuntin6r · Feb 25, 2017

I've used a tumbler from harbor freight, media from pet smart and some car wax and it worked pretty good.

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Va boy · Feb 25, 2017

Cabelas model 400. I'm pretty sure its the same thing as a Frankford Arsenal. Good unit

TennJeep1618 · Feb 25, 2017

I use one of the large Dillon tumblers with about 1/3 walnut media and 2/3 corn cob. I add a little Nu Finish and a used dryer sheet or two to every batch.

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MarkS · Feb 25, 2017

Frankfort Arsenal that I bought from poppop is still going strong and that's amazing considering I fell on it and knocked it out of alignment

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07stuntin6r · Feb 26, 2017

Hornady LNL looks good as well, I heard they have better dies than the Lee.

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kendive · Feb 26, 2017

JohnAL said:
I have 40+ years and many thousands of rounds on my Rockchucker if that means anything. Hornady presses are good. Dillons are the Cadillacs.

I have the RCBS Rock Chucker and the Dillon XL650 and I find myself using the RCBS more...

But I load alot of special subsonic rounds and not gonna mess with the Dillon for that.

I also have the frankford arsenal wet tumbler and a dry tumbler. I use both depending on how much brass I am cleaning.

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JohnAL · Feb 26, 2017

I have the same machines. I use the XL650 for .45 ACP and .223. That is what I shoot the most of. Everything else, mostly hunting loads, gets made on the Rockchucker but I have loaded many thousands on that green hunk of cast iron.

07stuntin6r · Feb 26, 2017

The Dillon is a little too pricey right now. If I go progressive it will either be the loadmaster or Lock-n-load. I do like how hornady gives bullets and rebates often. Fyi I'm planning on reloading in a travel trailer

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frodo · Apr 25, 2017

[video=dailymotion;x3c380z]http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3c380z_brass-tumbler-3-001_sport[/video]

treadmill Stainless steel pin tumbler

I made it

using stainless steel pins and a secret formula LOL as my cleaning soution
check out the primr pockets
before

after

ccather · Apr 25, 2017

Reloading can bring a new level of enjoyment to your shooting. It has become a second hobby for me. I will not suggest a brand of equipment. I have found that I do not enjoy setting up a press as much as running it. As a result, I have dedicated presses for each caliber. Rifles are single stage, as I am not a volume shooter. Handguns are progressive.

Progressives are not for everyone. I find I need to really understand how the machine operates and constantly monitor each station. There is more to running a progressive than happily pulling the lever and popping out finished rounds. Not paying attention can cause a waste of components and potentially unsafe rounds. However, in time, a person finds a rhythm and the machines are a lot of fun.

I wish you luck!

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