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    Default Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    I want to start reloading but if i said i had one clue what i was doing it would be a lie. All i know now is that


    1. I need brass
    2. I need gun powder I have no idea how much for each caliber
    3. some type of primer I have no idea on that either
    4. some type of press I only know that because i see them for sale

    I am sure i am missing a ton of stuff anyone will to take that time to explain it I thank you in advance

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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    What are you reloading for? Accuracy? Cheaper volume shooting? What calibers do you plan to reload? I suggest you answer those questions and in the mean time get a book on the reloading process and do some reading before really committing to it.

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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    Check out the sticky at the top of this section: http://forum.pafoa.org/ammunition-re...ead-first.html
    Then take a gander here if you want: http://www.three-peaks.net/reload.htm
    Manual is a must. Get a used one at a gun show for a couple bucks. Load data will be dated but basic reloading info is the same.
    It ain't what they call you, it's what you answer to.

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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    Quote Originally Posted by joecooltech View Post
    I want to start reloading but if i said i had one clue what i was doing it would be a lie. All i know now is that


    1. I need brass
    2. I need gun powder I have no idea how much for each caliber
    3. some type of primer I have no idea on that either
    4. some type of press I only know that because i see them for sale

    I am sure i am missing a ton of stuff anyone will to take that time to explain it I thank you in advance

    Plenty of good tutorials on how to roll some quality ammo.
    http://ammosmith.com/ammosmith-com-video-library.php


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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    Interested as well. Looking to save some $$ without losing too much in accuracy main interest .223/5.56

    Thank you

    Ps. reading those links

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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    Quote Originally Posted by SHTF View Post
    Interested as well. Looking to save some $$ without losing too much in accuracy main interest .223/5.56

    Thank you

    Ps. reading those links
    If anything you should increase accuracy by reloading.
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    Official Gun Bully and corn flakes pisser inner since March 2007.

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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    the first thing you need is a few reloading manuals.

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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    Google search as usual gave up tons of manuals. Should I just read as much as I can or is there one that is widely popular? Please save me some time.

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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    Quote Originally Posted by SHTF View Post
    Google search as usual gave up tons of manuals. Should I just read as much as I can or is there one that is widely popular? Please save me some time.
    The lee modern reloading manual has lots of good info for someone just starting out

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    Default Re: Wanting to learn to reload but what do i need ?

    You have the desire, that's the main requirement.

    All the info given is good and this forum is also a good place for knowledge. Do you have any friends that reload that will let you sit in on a session or two?

    Just remember, you don't have to buy new. If you plan it out, you can start small and grow as your experience does.

    Welcome to your new hobby.
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