tonker Posted May 19, 2013 Report Share Posted May 19, 2013 Hello all, For the sake of discussion, I use a Krico 222 full length stock with Atec mod (not everyones cup of tea I know, but it suits me) I Would like to start loading my own!. Not for any particular reason (accuracy, speed) But I just fancy giving it a go, I do get through a few rounds so perhaps you could say my reason is cost. For those of you who load you own already my question is, how much would a basic set up cost. (single stage press, powder scales, lube mat ,dies deburer? (spelling) I have about 500 cases of once used brass. I'm out after Charlie quite often and normaly use Sako arrowhead 50 gr. I should add that most of my permissions are on dead flat grounds with lots of property around so local knowledge is a must. Thats why I use b/tip I feel it's safer. Your experties and suggestions on presses etc would be very helpful. My last question would be , how long does it take to pay for itself. Thanks in advance for replies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henry d Posted May 19, 2013 Report Share Posted May 19, 2013 It is a how long is a piece of string question I am afraid, the triple is easy to reload for and can increase accuracy, but if you are getting good accuracy and are happy and confident then it isn`t something you want to do for costs etc. as the set up is costly. It is fun and it can produce many good results but I`m sorry I haven`t done a breakdown, I just enjoy it like I used to enjoy fly tying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin lad Posted May 20, 2013 Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 i got a basic set up from pw members hand press lee scales dies had to buy vernia (think thats how you spell it) and a few cleaning bits from dealer all in cost me about £100 give or take a tenner not fast but i clean deprime and reload 20-30 in an evening worked out how much they are costing and they come back at about 35p per round using 50g vmax very accurate and at that price i dont mind bunny bashing with them colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonker Posted May 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2013 (edited) colin lad , Thank you, that is the the sort of help I am looking for. Further to your post, has any PW member any of the Items in colins post for sale? or do they know of anyone who has? I would rather buy of someone on here rather than Ebay (keeps it in the family so to speak) Edited May 20, 2013 by tonker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye Posted May 21, 2013 Report Share Posted May 21, 2013 Tonker i have a Lee auto powder measure and a set of Lee powder scales that i don't use any more no idea what they are worth so make me an offer if you want them.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonker Posted May 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 Hawkeye, Thanks for getting back to me. I've just had a look on ebay and there is a new lee scales, buy it now price £25.74 plus £2.95 postage. and a powder measure at 20£ but posted from USA. Given that I'm new on here I'd rather you put a price on your kit for me, rather me risk offending anyone with a low offer.I realize you are only trying to help me out. sorry for being a pain. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawkeye Posted May 23, 2013 Report Share Posted May 23, 2013 (edited) you have PM Don't worry you will not offend me have sent you a PM as a guide let me know if you are interested.. Edited May 23, 2013 by hawkeye Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bewsher500 Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 a £30 Lee Loader and a wooden mallet will give you thumbnail groups with a .222 it is idiot proof to reload FL sizing is not required IMO couple of quid on case prep tools (Trim and debur) IMO poorly designed and made presses are worse than no press at all I have had a couple and sold them now have a rockchucker but i still use the lee loaders as you can do it anywhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colin lad Posted May 28, 2013 Report Share Posted May 28, 2013 a £30 Lee Loader and a wooden mallet will give you thumbnail groups with a .222 it is idiot proof to reload FL sizing is not required IMO couple of quid on case prep tools (Trim and debur) IMO poorly designed and made presses are worse than no press at all I have had a couple and sold them now have a rockchucker but i still use the lee loaders as you can do it anywhere it is idiot proof to reload lol i knew there was a reason i could do it colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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