flynny Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 Ey up lads and lasses, I am thinking of starting to home load, I have absolutely no idea of how to do it or the equipment I will need. I just need a list of the equipment that i will need to buy to start up, nowt fancy just the basics to start loading my own. Any help off those in the know would be much appreciated, Be gentle please I am a complete novice, so I just need a basic equipment list, everything I will need to start and finish with a round in my hand, ATB Flynny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
remmy1100 Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 (edited) Equipment List: Reloading Press Shell Holder* Priming Arm Reloading Die Set* Scale Powder Measure Powder Funnel Case Lubricant with Pad Case Trimmer Deburring Tool Vernier Caliper or Case Length Gauge* Reloading Data Primer Tray Optional Equipment: Automatic Primer Feed Case Neck Brush Inside Neck Reamers** Outside Neck Turner* Drop Tube Funnel Primer Pocket Cleaner* Primer Pocket Reamer* Powder Dribbler* Bullet Puller* Loading Block also power/ primers and bullet heads visit this page http://www.lymanproducts.com/lyman/presses-and-kits/pdf/IntroToReloading.pdf atb nick Edited January 30, 2014 by remmy1100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peskyfoxs Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 (edited) I'd reccomend trying to find someone who reloads to show you the basics, reloading is fairly simple but I was lucky enough to get a couple of demo's from a member of pw and it made starting my own reloading a lot easier. Edited January 30, 2014 by Peskyfoxs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flynny Posted January 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 Thanks gents, ATB Flynny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaymo Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 Really easy to do. Just read something like 'Modern Reloading' by Richard Lee and watch some you-tube vids. After that it a case of getting some accurate load data for your particular powder/ bullet combination ( often the powder manufacturers produce their own) and make a start--- work up your loads from the base settings. I do it for the cost ( not always cheaper on some mil surplus ) , but more importantly I do it to keep out if the wife's way and have a sense of satisfaction when shooting them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docholiday Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 Definitely the best way forward is to find someone who already reloads and get the basics sorted before you start, its good fun and very satisfying, it costs me a lot more because I know spend a lot more time on the range, think I put about 50 bullets down the range for every deer I shot last year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aister Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 I bought the lee challenger kit which has just about all you need. After I was up and running I started to add bits and pieces to make thing easier and faster. Have a look at this link and you will see what the kit has and it also has a list of what you will need that is not included. http://www.sportsmanguncentre.co.uk/product/414b151ff382eb1175681929/Lee+Breech+Lock+Challenger+Reloading+Kit+/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Livefast123 Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 When I started reloading I didn't have the luxury of a tutor so had to search out the information by myself. YouTube is a fountain of information and there are great videos on there gfrom the likes of Ammosmith. I then bought the Lee reloading manual and read it from pillar to post. Before you invest in equipment you need to ask yourself honestly, how many rounds will I actually go through. I reload maybe between 100 - 200 rounds a month and find that the Lee Loader is the perfect tool for me http://www.henrykrank.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=164_181_474&products_id=1716. You could get a setup with that for around £40 with all the hand tools you need. These are excellent for the beginner as it gives you time to appriciate the process and understand what you are doing. This video shows it in action http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=g1Q01OvLbqc If you are going to load more then the Lee kits are good value for money and I've never had an issue with any of their kit. They come in at about 130 - 200 quid depending on where you buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flynny Posted January 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 Thanks guys, The internet is going to get hammered for info over the next few weeks, as I have no one to show me the ropes.Live fast , thanks for the links that lee loader looks the way forward for a beginner" 1 round at a time" Thanks for all the input so far off everybody, it is much appreciated, ATB Flynny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimsim81 Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 Where are you based mate ? Your more than welcome to tag alot when im reloading can show you the basics and the kit you need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flynny Posted January 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 A reloading MANUAL I've got one of those, Where are you based mate ? Your more than welcome to tag alot when im reloading can show you the basics and the kit you need. Thanks for the offer Jim ,but I'm in altrincham in Cheshire, if I was closer I would have popped round, A very kind offer indeed thanks Jim, Atb Flynny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subaru_sti5 Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 +1 for the lee loader it's what I use and as said u can get complete set up for near enough £40 also a bit more satisfying that a press!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markws80 Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 I'd reccomend trying to find someone who reloads to show you the basics, and a good book Where do you live? On phone and can see Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 RCBC kit is to be recommended. All useable quality and all you really need (including a guide to loads and using the stuff) besides dies (which obviously pertain to your chosen guns) even when you get picky and fill the house and sheds with gear . BTW I recommend you only buy a full length sizing die for .243 don't bother adding a neck sizing die and a seating die Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimsim81 Posted January 30, 2014 Report Share Posted January 30, 2014 No problem mate im south of Shrewsbury so a good drive if you need a chat over the phone just ask Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flynny Posted January 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 No problem mate im south of Shrewsbury so a good drive if you need a chat over the phone just ask Jim I will keep that in mind, your sir are a gent, ATB Flynny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggiegun Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 Flynny, I live in Stretford, if you need any help, pm me. Reggiegun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Livefast123 Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 If you want Lee Loader advise then feel free to ask..…..I guess North Somerset is a bit far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amazed Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 I really enjoy reloading. I will say though if you want to make a go of it get middle or good quality dies press and scales or you will just spend twice. It's not like you will loose much if you sell on as they seem to keep there value quite well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flynny Posted January 31, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 Thanks gents, Reggie thanks for the offer and when I get set up I will get in touch, Atb Flynny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reggiegun Posted January 31, 2014 Report Share Posted January 31, 2014 Thanks gents, Reggie thanks for the offer and when I get set up I will get in touch, Atb Flynny Yea no problem, once you start reloading you will get the bug and it will cost you loads more than buying Factory ammo, but all part of the enjoyment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liamey Posted February 9, 2014 Report Share Posted February 9, 2014 A few different manuals and the lee loader are definitely a good place to start. You can always work up to better equipment etc once you have the basics worked out. Eye protection is also a must as especially in the early days you are guaranteed to have a primer go off! The one thing I would prepare you for is that it is quite addictive! If my reply has worked, it should quote two other good replies on here. When I started reloading I didn't have the luxury of a tutor so had to search out the information by myself. YouTube is a fountain of information and there are great videos on there gfrom the likes of Ammosmith. I then bought the Lee reloading manual and read it from pillar to post. Before you invest in equipment you need to ask yourself honestly, how many rounds will I actually go through. I reload maybe between 100 - 200 rounds a month and find that the Lee Loader is the perfect tool for me http://www.henrykrank.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=164_181_474&products_id=1716. You could get a setup with that for around £40 with all the hand tools you need. These are excellent for the beginner as it gives you time to appriciate the process and understand what you are doing. This video shows it in action If you are going to load more then the Lee kits are good value for money and I've never had an issue with any of their kit. They come in at about 130 - 200 quid depending on where you buy. +1 for the lee loader it's what I use and as said u can get complete set up for near enough £40 also a bit more satisfying that a press!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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