Critique my first purchase.....

Rack Ops

As I've mentioned before, I'm getting into reloading. I saw this kit on another thread, looks like a good deal.

LEE RELOADING PRODUCTS BREECH LOCK CHALLENGER KIT (W/ BREECH LOCK CHALLENGER PRESS) $89.99

http://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item.asp?sku=0000690030


"ABC's of Reloading" recommends a turret-style press, and I've seen mixed reviews of the challenger press, particularly when loading larger cases (I'll be loading a lot of 30-06) so I thought I'd pick this up on the side

LEE RELOADING PRODUCTS CLASSIC 4-HOLE TURRET PRESS $90.97
http://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item.asp?sku=0000690064.


Finally, I'm guessing I need one of these kits for every type of round I load

LEE RELOADING PRODUCTS CLASSIC LEE LOADER 30/06 SPRINGFIELD $16.00
http://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item.asp?sku=0000690248


What else do I need?

dcs shooters

I would start with the Challenger and get dies for the '06, and other calibers you load for. You can always upgrade to a turret press later. You don't need the Classic Lee Loader unless you want to use a plastic mallet to load with it.

bobski

face it, with time, your room will look like this, with all the different dies for different bullets. just surrender to the idea now.[:p]

Mort4570

case lube,calipers.dial type is fine...scale,safety glasses,bullet puller for misteaks,case trimmer,.

I'd go with as sturdy a press..read cast iron...as you can afford since rifle ammo is your prime directive.I started with a Challenger and it's ok,but there are better ones,even from Lee.

ChetStafford

Rack ops,

Take a look at these this link is for Midway but I am sure that Midsouth sells this kit also

http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.exe/showproduct?saleitemid=646599&t=11082005

goldeneagle76

I have the classic 4-hole turret. I like it alot but there are better presses out there. I have loaded 45ACP, 44mag and 50AE on it with no problem. I just fell into a great deal on a RCBS JrII and 2 Herters single stage presses that look like they would handle 50bmg with one finger. Will be setting them up this weekend along side the turret.

Rack Ops

Its too bad that Lee doesn't allow a substitution in the Anniverary Challenger kit...

greystone

I've loaded quite a few 243 and 204 on the challenger press but the Classic is cast iron and a sturdier unit. What you need to load each and every caliber is a set of dies for that caliber. Here's an example but there are alot of different brands ant types.

http://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item.asp?sku=0000690508

Rack Ops

I thought the bottom link I posted was the dies.....

What the hell is it?

goldeneagle76

quote:Originally posted by Rack Ops
I thought the bottom link I posted was the dies.....

What the hell is it?


that is a handheld loader...Old School style[:D]

Rack Ops

ohhhhh.......

I thought it was odd that it was located in the "presses" section. Does anyone actually use those?

greystone

Does anyone use those? Years ago when I was a kid I used to sit at a picnic table and pound together some 38 Specials. They do work but thats about it. Haven't used one since. Dave