School me on Reloading

[NCFD-Elms]

Where should I start? I know possibilities can be endless, I will be doing this as more of a hobby than anything. I dont need anything fancy just looking to get my feet wet.

So far iv done most of my looking on Midway USA at some of there cheaper kits.

[Cajun Blake]

Watch this video below as there are plenty on YouTube

Get you a book on reloading and get familiar with each step

I recommend a Rockchucker press , as entire kits were on sale for $275 last week

Buy dies, primers, powder, brass and your ready to roll

It helps if you have someone knowledgable teach you how to reload

Take lots of notes, and document everything

Safety is the #1 priority

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[gwellstx]

Following. Been considering this hobby too.

[NCFD-Elms]

Watch this video below as there are plenty on YouTube

Get you a book on reloading and get familiar with each step

I recommend a Rockchucker press , as entire kits were on sale for $275 last week

Buy dies, primers, powder, brass and your ready to roll

It helps if you have someone knowledgable teach you how to reload

Take lots of notes, and document everything

Safety is the #1 priority

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zSG804HwVk&sns=em

Thanks boss!

[dustoffer]

Uhhhh---don't plan on saving money--doesn't work that way.

[NCFD-Elms]

Uhhhh---don't plan on saving money--doesn't work that way.

Even if it was possible, theres no way I could lol. It will be a hobby no doubt. Its just like hunting... when you think you have everything you need, you see something that you just cant hunt without haha.

It will be something to occupy time and just a neat trade to learn in my eyes

[CTB]

Find someone that knows about reloading and see if they will help you. Watching videos is ok, but there is nothing like learning from someone who knows and that can answer questions.

[hogtied]

I've been thinking about this as well for a while. Just dont know anyone who does it I could learn from. This isnt the kind of thing that you want to make a mistake and learn the hard way with.

[LWArchery]

good video

[BigTex.308]

You will save money. But you will spend more.


You will save money because the rounds cost less when you make them yourself.

You will spend more because now you have all this ammo, and need to use it! You'll shoot way more than you ever did before. (but that's a good thing.)


It's a great hobby to get into. I love it.

I'd start with a good single stage because no matter what you reload you will always have use for a single stage. Look into the RCBS Rock Chucker or Partner. I have both and love them.

What calibers do you plan on reloading the most?

If you're doing a lot of pistol, eventually a Progressive is a MUST. You can put out a million times more than a single stage. But for rilfe I still prefer to use my single stage.


Check on Craigslist or our classifieds for equiptment. You can usually find some good deals.


Some other usefull (optinal) items to have are:

Bullet puller (you will use this quite a bit)
Powder trickle or powder measure
digital scale
micrometer
Tumbler (gives the brass a great finish. I make mine shine better than they come from the factory)




Ike

[NCFD-Elms]

You will save money. But you will spend more.


You will save money because the rounds cost less when you make them yourself.

You will spend more because now you have all this ammo, and need to use it! You'll shoot way more than you ever did before. (but that's a good thing.)


It's a great hobby to get into. I love it.

I'd start with a good single stage because no matter what you reload you will always have use for a single stage. Look into the RCBS Rock Chucker or Partner. I have both and love them.

What calibers do you plan on reloading the most?

If you're doing a lot of pistol, eventually a Progressive is a MUST. You can put out a million times more than a single stage. But for rilfe I still prefer to use my single stage.


Check on Craigslist or our classifieds for equiptment. You can usually find some good deals.


Some other usefull (optinal) items to have are:

Bullet puller (you will use this quite a bit)
Powder trickle or powder measure
digital scale
micrometer
Tumbler (gives the brass a great finish. I make mine shine better than they come from the factory)




Ike

Thanks for the help man, I wouldn't load every caliber I own but 9mm, .223, .270, and 30-30 would be the main ones. I'm sure I would add to the collection over time

[rcjunky007]

Look on eBay. There are complete kits(-dies) on there pretty cheap with free shipping. Buy your powders and primers local so you don't have to pay $27.50 additional shipping. Buy everything else online. Midway usually has decent prices and instock but they will eat you up on special handling and shipping. Cabelas charges tax and shipping even if it ships from out of state. There are a couple of good forums and websites to check out. Here are some links:
reloadersnest.com
sinclairintl.com
Snipershide.com
gunstop.com
Sign up for Gunstop.com's email list. They send out daily and weekly deals with a code word for check out. Cheapest out there.
Feel free to pm me with any questions. Dustoffer(Allen) may chime in. I consult with him sometimes when I hit a stump.

[chief longshaft]

i reload and i love it. make sure and follow a book.

[BigTex.308]

i reload and i love it. make sure and follow a book.

For sure. Get a good manual. I have several.





Ike