Howdy,
I am starting to get gear to try out reloading with 9mm (eventually 223 and others if I like it enough). I inherited a Mitutoyo vernier caliper and was wondering if that would suffice for checking case length and OAL, or if I need to get a set of dial or digital?
I got a Lee hand press to start out, since it's low cost and I like the portability for the moment. I got the RCBS universal priming tool (the latest Lee one seemed a little too cheap and I don't like the idea of on-press priming or buying individual holders). I plan on getting the Lee powder measure kit and the FA trickler. I've got the Lee reloading book (2019 updated too, which is nice). Also getting the Lee case conditioning kit. Lastly, I'll be getting the Lee 4-set 9mm Deluxe Carbide dies and a set of bushings.
Also, any good suggestions for cleaning brass after decapping/sizing? Frankford Arsenal has a decent looking dry tumbler, but is that necessary to start with (as opposed to cleaning via some water-based solution and air drying for example). I'm just curious what is absolutely necessary to be safe/proper.
EDIT: I also purchased the FA DS-750 scale.
Here is a picture of what I have:
Is there anything that I'm forgetting tool-wise?
Thank you!
I am starting to get gear to try out reloading with 9mm (eventually 223 and others if I like it enough). I inherited a Mitutoyo vernier caliper and was wondering if that would suffice for checking case length and OAL, or if I need to get a set of dial or digital?
I got a Lee hand press to start out, since it's low cost and I like the portability for the moment. I got the RCBS universal priming tool (the latest Lee one seemed a little too cheap and I don't like the idea of on-press priming or buying individual holders). I plan on getting the Lee powder measure kit and the FA trickler. I've got the Lee reloading book (2019 updated too, which is nice). Also getting the Lee case conditioning kit. Lastly, I'll be getting the Lee 4-set 9mm Deluxe Carbide dies and a set of bushings.
Also, any good suggestions for cleaning brass after decapping/sizing? Frankford Arsenal has a decent looking dry tumbler, but is that necessary to start with (as opposed to cleaning via some water-based solution and air drying for example). I'm just curious what is absolutely necessary to be safe/proper.
EDIT: I also purchased the FA DS-750 scale.
Here is a picture of what I have:
Is there anything that I'm forgetting tool-wise?
Thank you!
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