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March 29, 2000, 11:04 AM
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Join Date: December 7, 1999
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Here's the deal, I just bought a .458 and would like to see what the startup cost for reloading would be. I would reload for accuracy gain, not so much a savings gain. What do I need here? I am not talking just a list of the items...no no, I want your recommendation on exactly what I should get (brand, model, etc.). I'd appreciate it! Thanks!!
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March 29, 2000, 12:24 PM
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Join Date: February 23, 1999
Location: Denver, CO
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Since you'll be loading for accuracy vs volume, a single-stage press would probably be best. I have the Lee kit and I love it (Dillon/RCBS guys, don't start with me!
 ).Here's what I use for loading big stuff: Lee O-frame press RCBS dies (since they have set screws in the lock rings, which the Lee dies don't) Lee Perfect powder measure RCBS powder trickler Lee safety scale RCBS shell holder Lee case lube (the stuff in the white tube) Dial micrometer Lee Autoprime Speer and Lee manuals As for components, I get my best results with the following: Barnes JHP bullets Federal brass Winchester standard large rifle primers Hodgdon 4895 powder (note: IMR and Hodgdon use similar powder names, and they're NOT interchangable). HTH.
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March 29, 2000, 12:30 PM
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Join Date: January 26, 2000
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I suggest as a basic set-up the RCBS Rockchucker Master Reloading Kit (around $215 depending on your horse-trading skills), and the RCBS Accessory Kit (another $58 or so). A set of RCBS dies for the .458 will run you another $24, and a neck sizing die will set you back around $20.
For an investment of around $317, plus the cost of components, you will have everything you need to start. Sure you will end up spending more and buying more...but this equipment is all you need for basic reloading. |
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March 29, 2000, 08:10 PM
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Join Date: March 11, 1999
Location: The Sunny South
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HUECO, Congratulations on your purchase! I feel like I went through the process with you after the reading your post as you went through the buying process. I like Coinneach's list, it is very specific but I would like to offer the following to you. <BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Coinneach:
Here's what I use for loading big stuff: Lee O-frame press RCBS dies (since they have set screws in the lock rings, which the Lee dies don't) Lee Perfect powder measure RCBS powder trickler Lee safety scale RCBS shell holder Lee case lube (the stuff in the white tube) Dial micrometer Lee Autoprime Speer and Lee manuals [/quote] 1. I use the Rock Chucker. The Lee is fine. Get either for the best price. 7. Dillon Case Lube. IMHO the best. Less messy. 9. RCBS priming tool. Also IMHO You will need to keep serious notes on the loads that you develop and you will even end up asking questions on the purchase of your first chronograph! I would also get: RCBS Deburring Tool as even new cases will need to have the necks deburred. Even when neck sizing you will need a case trimmer. For the volume of loading you are talking about a manual RCBS trimmer with the proper pilot and collet will be all you need. For the sake of accuracy I would also suggest a primer pocket uniformer as well as a flash hole deburring tool which may be purchased through Midway. HTH |
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