How do I get started

Bill Barrett · February 4, 2001, 03:58 PM

I used to reload shotgun shells when I was in a trap shooting league. (10 years ago) I want to start reloading my 9mm handgun ammo, but am not sure where to start.

Quantrill · February 4, 2001, 04:59 PM

Doc,
Start with buying a complete reloading book with tables in it. I would suggest Lyman #47 only because I have one and I know it would fit your need. I am sure there are others just as good. Later on buy some more manuals or get reloading data on the web. Quantrill

lodraw · February 4, 2001, 09:09 PM

After reading everthing you can get your hands on, shop for package deals on equipment. This, not to save $, (even though it's a nice "extra"). Really, it's to have a reasonably good chance of having almost everything. A quality single stage press from RCBS (good stuff)and most importantly CARBIDE DIES. A tumbler, media seperator, a quality beam or electronic scale. Dial calipers are a must. WORK SLOW!!!BE SAFE and HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!

trlmech · February 4, 2001, 09:32 PM

Go to http://www.rcbs.com They have a step by step instructional on their website.

Coolray · February 4, 2001, 10:58 PM

I went to http://www.fmreloading.com and bought the Lee Deluxe pistol kit had everything except the dies I added the Hand primer total delivered $88

**Bud Helms** · February 5, 2001, 06:59 AM

Search TFL for some keywords, like "reloading", "9 mm", etc. Stay in the Handloading and Reloading Forum. Pay attention to the dates of search and get ready for your computer to bulge at the found threads. It's all here.

February 4, 2001, 03:58 PM	#1
Bill Barrett Senior Member Join Date: June 22, 2000 Location: West Melbourne, Florida Posts: 454	I used to reload shotgun shells when I was in a trap shooting league. (10 years ago) I want to start reloading my 9mm handgun ammo, but am not sure where to start. __________________ Florida Shooters Network

February 4, 2001, 09:09 PM	#3
lodraw Junior Member Join Date: February 4, 2001 Location: Mesa, Arizona Posts: 14	if your just starting.... After reading everthing you can get your hands on, shop for package deals on equipment. This, not to save $, (even though it's a nice "extra"). Really, it's to have a reasonably good chance of having almost everything. A quality single stage press from RCBS (good stuff)and most importantly CARBIDE DIES. A tumbler, media seperator, a quality beam or electronic scale. Dial calipers are a must. WORK SLOW!!!BE SAFE and HAVE FUN!!!!!!!!!

February 4, 2001, 10:58 PM	#5
Coolray Senior Member Join Date: August 10, 2000 Location: Spokane ,wa Posts: 290	I went to http://www.fmreloading.com and bought the Lee Deluxe pistol kit had everything except the dies I added the Hand primer total delivered $88 __________________ Hello My name is Coolray.............And I'm an Addict

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February 4, 2001, 04:59 PM	#2
Quantrill Senior Member Join Date: February 28, 1999 Location: Arizona, USA Posts: 725	Doc, Start with buying a complete reloading book with tables in it. I would suggest Lyman #47 only because I have one and I know it would fit your need. I am sure there are others just as good. Later on buy some more manuals or get reloading data on the web. Quantrill

February 4, 2001, 09:32 PM	#4
trlmech Member Join Date: June 3, 2000 Location: Virginia Posts: 85	Go to http://www.rcbs.com They have a step by step instructional on their website.

February 5, 2001, 06:59 AM	#6
Bud Helms Senior Member Join Date: December 31, 1999 Location: Middle Georgia, USA Posts: 13,198	Search TFL for some keywords, like "reloading", "9 mm", etc. Stay in the Handloading and Reloading Forum. Pay attention to the dates of search and get ready for your computer to bulge at the found threads. It's all here.