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mikld · May 25, 2013, 12:47 PM

Prolly don't want to here this, but, I would suggest you wait until you learn to reload before you go with a progressive press. Even an entry level Dillon. I believe learning to "hand load"; learning what each step does, and why it's done can be better accomplished on a single stage press. Using a single stage forces you to learn to properly adjust the dies, something essential for troubleshooting your home made ammo problems.

If you are an experienced reloader, contact Dillon for reliable info on Dillon equipment (too many "experts" out there touting their favorite tools to get an unbiased answer). I have used a progressive once or twice (belonged to a friend, a 1911 fan that shot a lot) and was always a bit apprehensive with all the stuff going on at the same time...

May 25, 2013, 12:47 PM	#15
mikld Senior Member Join Date: February 7, 2009 Location: Southern Oregon! Posts: 2,891	Prolly don't want to here this, but, I would suggest you wait until you learn to reload before you go with a progressive press. Even an entry level Dillon. I believe learning to "hand load"; learning what each step does, and why it's done can be better accomplished on a single stage press. Using a single stage forces you to learn to properly adjust the dies, something essential for troubleshooting your home made ammo problems. If you are an experienced reloader, contact Dillon for reliable info on Dillon equipment (too many "experts" out there touting their favorite tools to get an unbiased answer). I have used a progressive once or twice (belonged to a friend, a 1911 fan that shot a lot) and was always a bit apprehensive with all the stuff going on at the same time... __________________ My Anchor is holding fast! I've learned how to stand on my own two knees...