I have bit the bullet and pulled the trigger. I'm going to take a shot at reloading.
I am fortunate that I have remained working during this pandemic thing and the government has padded my wallet with a few extra bucks as well. So, I'm going to let the government help fund my 2nd amendment interests.
I recently purchased a Lyman Ideal C-frame press. I've had one set of dies(35 Remington) for a couple years as well as a box of Sierra Pro-Hunter 200gr rn and a box of Speer Hot-Cor 220gr spfn. I also have nearly 200 pieces of once fired Hornady, Remington, and Winchester brass.
I have assembled a humble workbench in my basement.
On their way:
Lyman 50th edition reloading manual
Balance beam scale
Powder Dipper set
Reloading block
Case prep kit
Resizing lube
Bench priming tool
Powder funnel
Bullet puller
Powder trickler
I already have a dial caliper. I think I've got the basics covered. I still need powder and primers.
I'm sure I will add some tools as I gain experience, but in general is there anything I'm missing?
I will be starting with 35 Remington. I have a Remington 141 and a Marlin 336C. I will be loading potential hunting rounds and some target fodder for those rifles. Eventually, I will load for 8mm Mauser, 30-06, potentially 223/5.56 and 380 acp. Also, if I ever pick up a 357 magnum wheel gun, I'll likely load for that too.
I am fortunate that I have remained working during this pandemic thing and the government has padded my wallet with a few extra bucks as well. So, I'm going to let the government help fund my 2nd amendment interests.
I recently purchased a Lyman Ideal C-frame press. I've had one set of dies(35 Remington) for a couple years as well as a box of Sierra Pro-Hunter 200gr rn and a box of Speer Hot-Cor 220gr spfn. I also have nearly 200 pieces of once fired Hornady, Remington, and Winchester brass.
I have assembled a humble workbench in my basement.
On their way:
Lyman 50th edition reloading manual
Balance beam scale
Powder Dipper set
Reloading block
Case prep kit
Resizing lube
Bench priming tool
Powder funnel
Bullet puller
Powder trickler
I already have a dial caliper. I think I've got the basics covered. I still need powder and primers.
I'm sure I will add some tools as I gain experience, but in general is there anything I'm missing?
I will be starting with 35 Remington. I have a Remington 141 and a Marlin 336C. I will be loading potential hunting rounds and some target fodder for those rifles. Eventually, I will load for 8mm Mauser, 30-06, potentially 223/5.56 and 380 acp. Also, if I ever pick up a 357 magnum wheel gun, I'll likely load for that too.
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