Thinking about getting into reloading

[imrambi]

I've been looking at the Hornady Lock-n-Load AP. Is anyone using it? What are the thoughts?

[tuts40]

I have a lock-n-load classic press/kit from Hornady. Wanna hear (read) something funny or sad, depending on your point of view? I haven't used it yet. I have powder, bullets, brass, primers, several reloading handbooks, dies and all supplies needed to reload .40 and .223. It's mounted down in my man-cave. I bought it all so I'd have it to pass on to the kids if it comes to the point that it's the only way to obtain reliable ammo.

Soooo, I need to start learning to reload, and to practice so I can develop the skill in order to pass it on. The problem? I'm a lazy sumbitch.

...So I guess I don't have any useful thoughts for you after all. My bad.

[Iam2Taz]

I don't have that one, but I have heard good things about it. I have a LEE anniversary single stage. It is slow but very reliable.

[tuts40]

I don't have that one, but I have heard good things about it. I have a LEE anniversary single stage. It is slow but very reliable.

My daughters fiance has a Lee press and swears by it. "Reliable" is the important word up there, right? :-)

[Mobuck]

As I've said before, I don't recommend starting out with a complicated multi functioning machine. In the begining, you need to follow the process one step at a time until familiar with how it all works. Reloading is not for the sloppy or careless individuals and requires focus and attention for reliable and safe ammo.

[ironmike86]

Is the a reloading book for dummies?? or do they come with one?? Or a link somewhere??

[hyperdog]

Is the a reloading book for dummies?? or do they come with one?? Or a link somewhere??

YouTube - Broadcast Yourself.

It is a complicated process when you first start. But once you start the addiction you will find yourself asking, Do you reload to shoot or do you shoot to reload?

[RacerRon]

Hello...new member and first post.

I have been running the Hornady LnL progressive for a couple of years now. I have run several thousand 9 and 10 mm with no issues. The press has been very reliable and easy to use. It takes a little time to get set up but once done I average about 400 rounds per hour. I think I could push it up another 100 if I tried.

This was my 1st press when I decided to start reloading and I have no regrets. You will also need a good scale ( I prefer digital ) and a good manual. I have the Hornady reloading manual but also bought a loadbooks USA for both calibers that contain data from all the major powder and bullet companys. I do tend to use the Hornady data more than the others though.

[wa5emt]

where is the best placed online to look for supplies? we are wanting to start reloading. i have a .380 and my husband a .45. does anyone know about the cost effectiveness of reloading for .380. he believes his calculations may be off.

[hyperdog]

where is the best placed online to look for supplies? we are wanting to start reloading. i have a .380 and my husband a .45. does anyone know about the cost effectiveness of reloading for .380. he believes his calculations may be off.

I buy the majority of my reloading equipment from Midway USA, , powder and primers I buy local so I don't have to pay hazmat shipping fee's.

Keep in mind your start up costs before anything. It is not a fast money saver. The more you shoot the more you save.

The loads I run for 45 are at 55% savings, 380 is at 60% savings. Both of which I use Berry's plated bullets. You can go much cheaper using lead and even cheaper if you cast your own.