The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Talk me into getting a Hornady LnL AP OR Dillon 550/650 !!!!!

Popeye4 · May 23, 2005, 04:20 PM

I've got a Dillon 650 that is nuclear-grade. I don't have the comparable Hornady metallic cartridge progressive press; however, I've got a Hornady Apex shotshell loader that does the job but isn't as solid or reliable (I know, comparing apples and oranges, but I'm commenting more on the robustness of the design and manufacture). Also, when I've needed parts for the Hornady, they've always promptly shipped them out at MY expense. When I've needed parts for the Dillon, they've always promptly shipped them out at THEIR expense.

I use and enjoy the Hornady Apex and don't shoot enough shotgun (right now) to change my habits, but that Dillon SL900 looks pretty darned nice..... ahhhh, so many toys and so little time (and cash)!

Doug

May 23, 2005, 04:20 PM	#33
Popeye4 Junior Member Join Date: May 23, 2005 Posts: 2	I've got a Dillon 650 that is nuclear-grade. I don't have the comparable Hornady metallic cartridge progressive press; however, I've got a Hornady Apex shotshell loader that does the job but isn't as solid or reliable (I know, comparing apples and oranges, but I'm commenting more on the robustness of the design and manufacture). Also, when I've needed parts for the Hornady, they've always promptly shipped them out at MY expense. When I've needed parts for the Dillon, they've always promptly shipped them out at THEIR expense. I use and enjoy the Hornady Apex and don't shoot enough shotgun (right now) to change my habits, but that Dillon SL900 looks pretty darned nice..... ahhhh, so many toys and so little time (and cash)! Doug