The Next Step

[Mark2Cars]

I am new to TGT and have read through this forum. I still have a question or two. I have not reloaded in over fifty (yes 50!) years and the technologies and hardware advances are amazing ! I have assembled powders and primers for the calibers I am going to start with. 45LC and .223. I just started the first load of brass in the Frankford Arsenal rotary tumbler using steel media. My next purchases are a powder scale or measurer scale combo and a press. I learned long ago to pay the price for quality so I don't cry later. I had decided to purchase the Hornady Lock n Load Iron Press however it is back ordered everywhere. Any suggestions on a comparable press ? I am leaning towards the Hornady Auto Charge measure/scale. My eyes are too old for a beam scale. Anyway the combo really appeals to me. Any input good or bad is appreciated. Thank you in advance !!

 

[baboon]

I always suggest looking for used RCBS equipment for its lifetime warranty. Digital scale with a pared powder dispenser are nice but not without problems. A/C vents blowing can effect them. No power no good. Calibration before use sucks in my mind.

As far as Hornday my only experience are a set of .300 Whisper does that I hate.

 

[Austinpilot69]

I second RCBS. I typically buy Lee stuff which has treated me well but I recently bought some RCBS equipment which broke. I emailed them, and they emailed back within hours, on New Year’s Day of all days too.


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[Coyote9]

I have two RCBS presses whichI bought used in 1969, I have a balance scale and suggest investing in a flexible arm lighted magnifier... puts light wherever you need andthe 6"magnifier lensmakes scale reading and go-no-go easy

 

[c.tiberius]

Where are you located? I might be able to help you with some stuff if you’re close to San Antonio.


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[Mark2Cars]

Well thank you all for your ideas !! I looked into RCBS presses this evening and found that there is a bushing conversion kit for the Hornady Lock N Load bushings. I like the ease that it affords. I am very impressed with the first tumbling out of my rotary tumbler. I attached a couple of pictures. This is all new to me and is probably "old hat" to you folks. The first pic is a before and after. C.tiberius we get into SA every few weeks. Probably come in about the middle of the month.

 

[c.tiberius]

I have a set of dies for 45 LC that I don’t need, you can have it, I and I might have some cast bullets.
Pm me when you’re heading this way and I’ll have some stuff for you.


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[Mark2Cars]

Thank you sir !! I'll do that and look forward to meeting you.
Mark