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Cowboy_mo · November 21, 2012, 10:28 PM

I started reloading about a year ago with the Lee kit and a few extras like case trimming tools, etc.

I hated the Lee scale so found a very good used RCBS scale on ebay for about 1/2 the cost of a new one. I worked out great.

I have all RCBS dies (all purchased on ebay) for about 1/2 the cost of new die sets. The Lee dies are cheaper and a buddy of mine swears by them. Don't count out the 'slightly used' stuff especially in dies.

The $69... for the Lee kit at the pawn shop sounds like a good deal if it is complete. Check out the Lee site for a complete list of what comes in the kit.

Good luck, enjoy your new hobby, and be safe by closely following the instructions in whatever manual you invest in.

November 21, 2012, 10:28 PM	#28
Cowboy_mo Senior Member Join Date: June 23, 2010 Location: Missouri Posts: 723	I started reloading about a year ago with the Lee kit and a few extras like case trimming tools, etc. I hated the Lee scale so found a very good used RCBS scale on ebay for about 1/2 the cost of a new one. I worked out great. I have all RCBS dies (all purchased on ebay) for about 1/2 the cost of new die sets. The Lee dies are cheaper and a buddy of mine swears by them. Don't count out the 'slightly used' stuff especially in dies. The $69... for the Lee kit at the pawn shop sounds like a good deal if it is complete. Check out the Lee site for a complete list of what comes in the kit. Good luck, enjoy your new hobby, and be safe by closely following the instructions in whatever manual you invest in.