The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - About to take the plunge - what do you think of this set up for a starter kit?

Ifishsum · June 5, 2008, 02:48 AM

I don't believe in avoiding a powder just because you can double charge. I love bullseye for .38 target loads and haven't found one I like better. Goes a long way, too. Definitely use loading blocks (I have 4 or 5 of them) and check all the charged cases with a flashlight before you seat the bullets, a double charge is pretty easy to spot. Don't watch TV or talk to anyone while you're charging cases, give it your full attention.

Your choice of press is good, I learned to load on a friends Rock Chucker. I ended up buying a Lee Classic Cast and like it a bit better, I prefer the Lee's spent primer collection system. I don't think the Classic Cast is offered in a kit though.

June 5, 2008, 02:48 AM	#6
Ifishsum Senior Member Join Date: September 15, 2005 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,035	I don't believe in avoiding a powder just because you can double charge. I love bullseye for .38 target loads and haven't found one I like better. Goes a long way, too. Definitely use loading blocks (I have 4 or 5 of them) and check all the charged cases with a flashlight before you seat the bullets, a double charge is pretty easy to spot. Don't watch TV or talk to anyone while you're charging cases, give it your full attention. Your choice of press is good, I learned to load on a friends Rock Chucker. I ended up buying a Lee Classic Cast and like it a bit better, I prefer the Lee's spent primer collection system. I don't think the Classic Cast is offered in a kit though.