I just purchased a Browning B78 in 45/70 and the seller included a RCBS dieset for 45/70 that he never used. I would like to start reloading, but I'm unsure of what basic equipment I will need for it. Such as will any press work with the RCBS dies, or do I need a specific press? I bought the "ABC's of Reloading" book so I have a very rough idea of the process, but that is about it.
New to reloading, but want to start.
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Every body makes great equipment, mainly separated by price point and die adjustability. Like the other guys said, read the book, it's great. Go to the major makes of reloading components, carefully look at what they are offering and suggested price points, and decide how much you want to spend and how involved you want to get with your reload. Then start looking around to see what dealer is going to give you the best deal. Is it for hunting and target, you can get away with Lee without any issues, if you want extreme accuracy for benchrest, then I would suggest higher end very adjustable dies from RCBS and the like. Again, it all comes down to what you are shooting . Have fun shopping, after you read the book !
hometownhero
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This book was a waste of my time. It props up my table now. Buy a reloading manual or 3 and it will have all the info you need to get the process down. Lots of good videos on youtube.
Go talk to kevin at northpro sports in sutherland. He has some great deals on reloading kits. Whatever you need I'm sure he will have or can get it for you. Also should be the best price in town.
As for dies fitting in press' they will fit in pretty much any press.
FLYBYU44
I have been reloading for over 47 years and every year I pick up one of my "many" reloading manuals and read it from front to rear.
I do this to replace any information that may have leaked out of my ears over time.
"All the information in the world is written in books and all you have to do is read"
I have been reloading for over 47 years and every year I pick up one of my "many" reloading manuals and read it from front to rear.
I do this to replace any information that may have leaked out of my ears over time.
"All the information in the world is written in books and all you have to do is read"
Reading multiple manuals is a waste of time. Info's all the same. YouTube is not the place to learn about anything either.
Yes, any currently available press will do nicely. You will need a bunch of other kit too though. Have a look at one of the beginner's kits. They give you everything less dies and shell holder. They come with a manual, but buy a Lyman too. The Lyman is just more versatile than any powder or bullet makers book.
RCBS' warrantee covers the kit forever, not who bought it originally. So your dies are covered. If you have any issues, even if you caused it, RCBS will fix it with a phone call or E-mail. No questions asked other than your mailing address.
Reloading equipment can be bought Stateside and shipped or brought across the border with no fuss. Reloading components cannot.
The .45-70 comes in a few different rifle types. 'Types' being about the strength of the action. Only matters because some of 'em are suitable for reduced black powder equivalent loads only. Like the TrapDoor Springfield. Your rifle is considered to be a modern rifle(despite its heritage) so you can use those loads from the Hodgdon site. The cartridge can be loaded up to near .458 Win velocities or nicer on the shoulder mid range loads.
Oh and read the book.
Yes, any currently available press will do nicely. You will need a bunch of other kit too though. Have a look at one of the beginner's kits. They give you everything less dies and shell holder. They come with a manual, but buy a Lyman too. The Lyman is just more versatile than any powder or bullet makers book.
RCBS' warrantee covers the kit forever, not who bought it originally. So your dies are covered. If you have any issues, even if you caused it, RCBS will fix it with a phone call or E-mail. No questions asked other than your mailing address.
Reloading equipment can be bought Stateside and shipped or brought across the border with no fuss. Reloading components cannot.
The .45-70 comes in a few different rifle types. 'Types' being about the strength of the action. Only matters because some of 'em are suitable for reduced black powder equivalent loads only. Like the TrapDoor Springfield. Your rifle is considered to be a modern rifle(despite its heritage) so you can use those loads from the Hodgdon site. The cartridge can be loaded up to near .458 Win velocities or nicer on the shoulder mid range loads.
Oh and read the book.
sunray
Did I ever tell you reading your postings is a complete waste of time for anyone dumb enough to read them.
Having more than one manual gives you loading data for many type firearms and the components used for the load testing.
As an example here in this forum a person used loading data from one source and a different case with less case capacity and had over pressure signs two grains below the max load he had looked at.
Bottom line, the people in this forum do not need your stupid comments that come from inexperience and a total lack of knowledge on the subject.
This translates into this was the dumbest posting I have ever seen you make and YOU need to READ more and post less. (much, much less)
I'm sorry for loosing my temper but I feel sorry for anyone trying to get intelligent answers if forums.
Right now at Cast Boolits there is a person going by the screen name "mutigunner" handing out information.
The problem is mutigunner doesn't cast bullets and he doesn't even have a reloading press.
So you new people reading these posts be careful and take everything with a grain of salt until you feel safe with what that screen name has to say.
The problem with the internet is there are midgets sitting at their computers pretending to be giants and posting in forums.
So remember the opening lines of the TV show "The X-Files"..................................
Just don't trust the little gray aliens in the forum they are from another dimension and are lost in space.
(lost in the space between their ears)
TargetAcquired
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Ignore the hair pulling contest above. Go get a good deal on a single stage press, read your manual AND reference some good youtube vids, and jump in feet first. Just triple check everything your first few goes, but it's really not that hard. Just don't reload anywhere or time you could be distracted.
what hair pulling? sunray is an computer program someone made that just spits out random words that the OP used so it sounds related, but doesn't make any sense.
notice he never responds to anyone once he's posted in the thread.
notice he never responds to anyone once he's posted in the thread.
Thanks for all the advice guys. I grabbed my copy of ABC's of Reloading and I am going to read it (not just look at the pics 
) I go to Northpro all the time, they have tons of reloading stuff there, but I never paid much attention to it before.
) I go to Northpro all the time, they have tons of reloading stuff there, but I never paid much attention to it before.
hometownhero
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Thanks for all the advice guys. I grabbed my copy of ABC's of Reloading and I am going to read it (not just look at the pics
Lol. Was there today actually. There is a starter kit still there if I remember right. Still lots of powder on the shelf as well.
eaglesnester
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
Go get yourself a Rock Chucker Supreme Master Reloading kit, Shell holders for your caliber, dies for your caliber and a vernier. U will also need a run out gage, primer pocket cleaner, primer reamer, bullets, powder, primers and brass. As U go along U will discover other little items that will be helpful to your effort and U can purchase them then. However READ THE BOOK. Check and re-check yur loads, do not assume anything, do not drink, eat or smoke while reloading. Do not allow yourself to be distracted.
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I'm a big fan of getting a good quality single stage and working it for at least six months before moving to a multistage press..
When something goes wrong with a multi you will be comfortable handling it.
