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Josh,
You can save a lot of money if, as others have already noted, you use premium components, are reloading bigger cartridges, or are shooting proprietary cartridges. Using "bargain" components you will still see savings but not as much.
My big reason for reloading is accuracy. While many folks can achieve great accuracy with factory ammo, not everyone's rifles are so well mannered. I have a rifle that shoots factory ammo into 2-3" groups regardless of the brand. With several different handloads I can shoot 3/4" groups. Regarding pistol reloading, I wish I could use my handloads in my carry pistols but this is obviously a no-no thanks to the liberal DAs and juries out there.
One other comment, reloading allows you to customize the process and the components. If you can find a commercially, mass-produced box of neck-sized ammo I'll buy it for you.
If you decide to jump into reloading, have an experienced reloader help get you started. Then be meticulous and use common sense. Good shooting.
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