Looking to start reloading
- Thread starter mmmmmsteak
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For a quick summary: http://www.clik.to/optimalchargeweight and click "Tools of the trade"
I would recommend you get a copy of the Lyman 49th reloading manual and read the first few chapters. It will explain the basic procedures and equipment and is one of the best manuals out there.
If you're reloading for precision rifle, I'd also recommend Zediker's book "Handloading for Competition".
I would recommend you get a copy of the Lyman 49th reloading manual and read the first few chapters. It will explain the basic procedures and equipment and is one of the best manuals out there.
If you're reloading for precision rifle, I'd also recommend Zediker's book "Handloading for Competition".
vagrantviking
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- Location
- High River, Alberta
kombayotch,
Thanks for the link. Good read for any reloader.
Thanks for the link. Good read for any reloader.
What do you plan on reloading for? It can make a difference in the equipment you choose. If you're planning on reloading for your rifle(s), a single stage press is the way to go in my opinion. RCBS has their Rockchucker kit available for just under $400, and it will come with everything you need to get started except for the dies / shell holder for the specific caliber you are reloading. If you're more on a budget, Lee has a similar kit available, but I'm not sure how much it goes for.
I will be reloading for rifles and pistols.
WSS has the Lee kit for sale now at $99 in Calgary. Best way to go if you're a beginner.
You'll need dies, case length gauges and a set of calipers to measure with. I use one from Canadian Tire (mastercraft make) that I got on sale for $15. If you're near Calgary I can give you some tips in person once you're set up.
You'll need dies, case length gauges and a set of calipers to measure with. I use one from Canadian Tire (mastercraft make) that I got on sale for $15. If you're near Calgary I can give you some tips in person once you're set up.
I think most reloaders are prefer a single stage press for rifles, and a progressive press for pistols. The downside of a single stage press is that you can't produce the volume of rounds that a progressive press could in the same amount of time. I still think that a single stage press is the best way to start reloading, but you might find in time you want to add a progressive press to your tools. I guess it depends on how much ammo you go through during a shooting session.
- Location
- Ottawa, Ontario
buy the book the ABC's pf reloading it helpmed me alot and i agree with looking on youtube there's tons of vids on reloading basics.
