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Old 12-04-2009 | 11:53 AM
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my best guess is that you are talking more along the lines of spending about $1k+ to get started for all that you want to do.

You would need several different primers, several different powders, and bullets/lead shot. If i were you, and you shoot ALOT, I would look into buying a progressive reloader. If you are just a once in a while shooter, a single stage will suffice. sounds like he is planning to sell you a Lee press. there are many other tools which you will need.

I think the first thing you should do is to buy a reloading manual, for instance, the latest Hornady edition. If you are going to start with rifle or pistol brass. It has detailed instruction on what and how to reload. you will need a bench, lighting, power, etc. as well.

I think you should start by just reloading for your pistol if that is what you shoot alot. if you shoot alot of skeet, then get the shotgun reloader,..if rifle is your thing, then start there. personally, unless you have a progressive for the 5.56 you will spend hours reloading what you will shoot in just a few minutes, not really worth it, that and 5.56 ammo is relatively cheap to buy anyway.

Dont try to jump in so quick,...unless you have well over $1k to invest

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