Help a noob start reloading

[elementfreak431]

Ok so I decided that since I shoot a lot more now, it would make sense to start reloading. I have done a lot of reading, but I need more experienced peoples opinions. I was thinking of buying the Lee Classic Turret press, but I'm on a budget for now until I really get some experience, then ill buy a nicer setup. I really like the Lee single stage press because it has the quick change bushings so I can swap out dies easier. Its also a lot cheaper than many other presses so that is good as well. Is it a good press? I will probably buy the kit. I plan on buying a digital scale and good powder measure (recommendations please!). I also want some good carbide dies. What does everyone think. I know ill also need case trimmer, bullet puller, etc. but what does everyone think of the Lee Single Stage press?

[Mootness]

Budget startup. Grow from here.

Whack-a-mole

[EandGWZ]

Budget startup. Grow from here.

Whack-a-mole

looks like a good starting point

[Buckster]

I love my classic turret press. I bought the Deluxe Kit a couple of years ago. I have since got a digital scale from PACT and the PACT automatic/electronic powder dispenser for loading rifle rounds. The auto disc dispenser that came with the kit I still use for pistol rounds. I recommend getting the adjustable charge bar for the auto disc. It makes adjustments so much easier. I dont see a need for a single stage press since the turret press can be used as a single stage if you remove the indexing rod.

[elementfreak431]

Thanks everyone for the replies. Im not looking for a hand kit though, I'm looking for a press. I like the turret and I think ill go with it and then save for a good scale, powder measure, and other components. What is a good scale for a beginner that won't kill my wallet? I hear digital scales are inaccurate, should I go with an analog scale?

[ROCKFISH]

I bought that kit and am very pleased, making very accurate rifle ammo. I use the lee powder measure and scale, however I set the measure a bit low, and top off with a trickler. Then I check powder with a digital scale to be sure. Works very well, and the digital scale is also great for weighing bullets as well as cases. I end up weighing each charge twice, and sorting all bullets and cases by weight. Time consuming but I am trying to make accurate ammo, not massed produced.

[Mootness]

Thanks everyone for the replies. Im not looking for a hand kit though, I'm looking for a press. I like the turret and I think ill go with it and then save for a good scale, powder measure, and other components. What is a good scale for a beginner that won't kill my wallet? I hear digital scales are inaccurate, should I go with an analog scale?

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[revarc]

I've used both the digital and beam scales, and I like the ease of the digital. I cross-checked grain weights on both and found no difference.
When I began reloading, I bought an RCBS single-stage Rockchucker kit which came with a RCBS beam scale. I used that kit exclusively for several years before moving to a Dillon progressive press. That Rockchucker press still has a place on my reloading bench for reloading chores, like depriming.
I've used Lee dies on the Rockchucker and the Dillon and have been pleased with them.
Reloading is a hobby I've come to enjoy. Saving money is icing on the cake!

Russ

[elementfreak431]

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+Rep

Stupid me didn't even look haha thanks

[Mootness]

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I think this is missing from the beginner thread:

Check weights are a cheap peace of mind. It's possible to have a bad scale from any of the manufacturers.

As far as being budget friendly, compare: $30 for a check weight set, what's your emergency room copay?