Where/how to start re loading..

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oldspice

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Just bought a 45/70 marlin and I swear I could happily shoot 150 rounds a day with it. Its too much fun. But after one day I see how expensive it is to shoot. So I am looking into reloading. I don't know a soul who reloads. So I can't get in person advice.

How hard is it to reload?

What do I need to start reloading? Like what equipement? Please list it for me if you can. Be specific as I really don't know the terms or abriviations etc..
 
I would suggest getting as much info as possible.
A good start for info’ is the book called the ABC’s of reloading.
Other than that try to get a few reloading manuals and this site has very good info as well with people willing to help.
After reading and understanding some of the basics of reloading you can pick up a few things.
Here is a short list that comes to mind:
Good pair of dial callipers.
A reloading press.
A set of dies for the desired cartridge you would like to reload for (45-70 in your case).
A powder scale that measures in grains, beam scale or digital, I personally like digital.
Equipment can be had from several manufacturers such as Lee, Lyman, RCBS, Hornady, Dillon, Redding and a few others.
Some people have preference for manufacturer, like some people prefer ford over Chevy sorta thing.
You will also need some components such as brass, bullets large rifle primers and powder.
These are just some of the basic essentials needed.
You can get fancy by adding a tumbler for cleaning the brass and other little items that help along the way but take it one step at a time and have fun with it.
Hope this information helps.
 
A good press or kit, such as the Rockchucker kit, a good set of dies for the 45/70 such as Redding, RCBS or Forster, some Large rifle primers, some bullets(prolly cast), Reloader #7 powder, proper shell holder. Then team up with someone who reloads and you can watch what they are doing, then go out and buy a couple of reloading manuals and read all you can.
 
I have not yet purchased the ABC's, but will be looking for very soon, but have read Lymans reloading handbook - 49th edition.... and found it extremely useful. Also purchased a video produced by Hornady ... it seems like it was made in the 60's ... but was interesting and useful.

My suggestion ... do you research ... and take your time in acquiring the equipment ... do it once (or try to) and do it right.

Its all about producing SAFE loads, accuracy, and cost ... its the way to go in my opinion.

Cheers
 
ben hunchak said:
A good press or kit, such as the Rockchucker kit, a good set of dies for the 45/70 such as Redding, RCBS or Forster, some Large rifle primers, some bullets(prolly cast), Reloader #7 powder, proper shell holder. Then team up with someone who reloads and you can watch what they are doing, then go out and buy a couple of reloading manuals and read all you can.
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I started with a rockchucker back in the late 80's. I strongly suggest you start with a single stage press for now. Doing each step one at a time will ingrane the SAFE way to reload into you and you will then understand in fine detail what is done at each step. Progressives have their place but you need to understand if there is a problem, what the cause or the solution is and as I said learning on a single stage is the best way to gain this knowledge.

I recently moved up to a Dillon 550rl which is a progressive press. Once you "progress" in your knowledge, you might want to check into the Dillon line.
 
I just picked up the breech Lock kit and I'm very happy with it I have been reloading 35 Wheelen with great results and I'm now set up for 30-06 and 223.... I also reload 9mm but on my progressive press. For the amount of rifle ammo I need I'm fine on the single stage for now
 
Oldspice - ABCs is a great starting point and will give a lot of background. You will need a reloading manual as well; these contain the 'recipes' for various loads. Given the amount of bad info on the net, I would not take any loads off any website until you get a feel for what you are doing.

Not sure where you are located, but if you go to the newbie forum, you might be able to find somebody willing to show you the basics of reloading.
 
Where are you located. Surely there is a gun club near by. Post a notice there that you are getting into it and looking for a mentor.

You learn much quicker when someone helps you.
 
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