RE: Reloading 3.5 shot shells
For hunting loads the Mec Size master or Steelmaster are the best deas around. The Steelmaster is nothing more than a Size master with a oversized shot drop tube and of course the steel shot bar. Now that larger drop tube is worth having as with shot larger than #5 they will bridge in the standard loaders drop tube. Then if you didn't notice it has happened when you index the shell ahead any little vibration will cause a shot spill. Trust me, I know, I've done it enough times.
Part of the satisfaction of loading is in custom loads to fit the performance needs of anything you may be doing. Savings are nice to when they happen, but I like loading for loads that may not save much but provide a slight edge for me in my shooting.