How To Reaload, Help
I have been shooting for some time now. As we all know ammo is expensive. I was looking for either a book or video or both on how to reload. I have never done it and dont even know where to start, what is needed, etc. I am looking to reload 9MM, 45ACP and 44 Magnum.Thanks,Deandmzl@netzero.net
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check with your local gunshop. they may have a press set up to demonstrate the process. also buy a couple of manuals from companies like speer or hornady and read them before starting. rcbs may have some instructional material they can send you. i know its tough to get started without some help. i just bought a press and jumped in when i began years ago. made plenty of mistakes but nothing dangerous until i figured out what i was doing. 0 -
Dean, first of all review the " reloading" posts on this board for the last 30 days, and then narrow your question down to specifics. 0 -
Dean, while it is possible (many do) to learn to reload on your own, it is better to find a friend who reloads and learn from him. Better yet - 2 friends. You not only get the benefit of their experience but a chance to try different equipment before you buy.What ever you do, buy at least 2 reloading books and study them before you do anything. The Hornady book has a particularly good section on the basics.
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Dean_Z,Find a reloading friend when you go to your local range (or) ask at your local gunshop if they have reloading supplies & books (or) check out the Dillon Precision website http://www.bluepress.com for their views on the subject.I like Dillon's dies (among others) and reload from 9mm (waste of time, in my opinion) thru 44 Rem Mag to .308 Winchester on a single-stage RCBS RockChucker. It's a LOT cheaper than buying factory ammo, more accurate (in most firearms) too - after some trial-and-error - & a LOT more fun to boot!The MOST important thing to learn & practice is SAFETY FIRST: many potential hazards exist when you start reloading & shooting your reloads, some of which can be fatal to yourself & those around you every time you shoot. 0 -
Check your other post on "Wanteds" for my reply. 0 -
22 years ago when I started reloading I was very nervous and unsure of myself. I went to the famous Kittery Trading Post (Maine) and asked the manager in charge or reloading (he is still there) to teach me. What he told me is that if he teaches me I will also learn his bad habits. He told me to buy a good reloading book (which he sold me) and to read it as many times as it took to understand it. This way I would learn it the right way and be cautious. I still have the origional loading manual. As you are starting with straight wall pistol calibers it will be that much easier. I beleive he was right then and is right now. My 2 cents. 0 -
I found the Lyman books very helpful. I started reloading .44 and now do everything else I shoot, including shotshells. The best way to learn is to read a lot and get a simple press with one caliber's dies. I would recommend .44mag because the powder charge is large enough so that you don't have to deal with small charges, which can be a pain in the ass until you understand all that is going on. Then, you can get a ton of info on the Internet and from other reloading books (I've been doingit for years and I still post questions and learn a lot of things from other reloaders). At first, it seems confusing, but as you pick it up it gets to be really fun and you do save a LOT of money. At the begining, it doesn't seem cost effective because you make mistakes. You will see that you can save a ton when you buy bulk primers and powders from the gun shows. Advice that I did not learn until later: one of your first pieces of equipment should be an inertial bullet puller for like $10.00 from Midway. Also get a Lee Auto-prime to save a lot of time for $25.Good luck! 0 -
I use a Dillon Progressive 4 I have hungry weapons HKMP5 in 9mm my cost 2 reload is bout 2-3 cents a rnd 45acp bout 3-4/////The best info I can give you Is get a Progressive reloader to eliminate and control time reloading time and watch 4 deals on powder/primers n bullets// I use Midway alot just because they have the best prices around Feel free to email me 4 more info at LIVEWIREZ@hotmail.com or LIVEWLREZ@aol.com 0 -
Thanks for all the info everybody has been very helpful. Keepem coming. 0 -
My first book was the ABC's of reloading and is a good one to start with. It outlines exactly the equipment you'll need and the do's and don'ts. I started with a single stage and found it to be a lot of work if you are going to shoot a lot. Dillon is the best simply because of their warranty and customer service. Even if you buy used Dillon equipment their warranty stands. Tell them what part broke and they will send you a new one no questions asked. Call 800-223-4570 for their catalog. They're a little more expensive, but every part made by any co. will eventually break. Go with a proggresive press because you will want one after using a single stage. They have tech. reps. at that no. who will answer questions you may have once you get started.[This message has been edited by oneshy (edited 10-15-2001).] 0
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