I am new to reloading

CQB1911

Hi. I have been an avid shooter for years. To stem the riding costs of ammunition, I think I have to start reloading. My question for the forum is:

What is the best equipment to start with. Right now, I plan on reloading 45 ACP and 9mm luger. What is the best source I can find in either a book or dvd to safely learn the process? No one at any of the local gun shops seems to know or care about reloading when they can sell you what they have in stock

savage204

I suggest a starter kit by RCBS. It comes with everything you need except the dies. It comes with the spear manual which has the step by step instructions to get you going. It also come with one of the best single stage press's on the market called the Rockchucker. I still use that one today. Once you understand the process and enjoy rolling your own, you can upgrade to more elaborate tools. That is how I started. Then I upgraded a few items like a digital scale. I use spray lube instead of a lube pad, items like that. Good Luck and if you have any ? at all just ask. Feel free to email me,,,,,,,,,Savage

JustC

for simply pistol rounds, I would buy one of the cheaper progressive loaders, or the top end, Dillon.

If you plan on getting into rifle loading later, then a single stage would be best. I use the RCBS Rockchucker. Actually, I use 2, one for sizing and one for seating.

jonk

Start on a single stage. Once mastered, then go to a progressive.

Lee anniversery kit is hard to beat for the money.

dcs shooters

If you are loading only for hand guns, I suggest Dillons Square Deal.
They come set up for the caliber you want to load, with very good instructions. If you have ANY problems, all you have to do is call Dillon and they take care of them over the phone.

flyingtorpedo

Before you worry about equipment I would do some reading. Check out the local library or bookstore and spend some time reading to see if it's something you want to do. The process is easy and enjoyable. You can also search the forum, upper right of the page, and find lots of topics about people in the same spot as you. If you are doing pistol you may want to look into turret presses.

CQB1911

Thank you so much for all the advice. I'll do my homework and read up on the process. Once I get going, I will post the results of my new venture. I appreciate the help and guidance.

fishmasty

Step by step illustrated instructions.
http://www272.pair.com/stevewag/

Your welcome

E.J.W.

CQB,
I've reloaded for years on a single stage press. Like JustC I have my old RCBS RS3 mounted next to my RCBS Rockchucker. I feel staying with a single stage keeps me on top of things. Yes it's slower than a progressive but with less chance to error. Make sure you don't skimp on the scale. I'll save you some research time, buy a RCBS Chargemaster 1500.
If you have any more questions feel free to ask. As you can see the response here is genuine.

Good shootin'