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Want to reload 9mm/.40S&W/223. Which reload machine you recommend?
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<blockquote data-quote="GeneW" data-source="post: 2255490" data-attributes="member: 27284"><p>I'm no expert. But I think a beginner probably should start with a single stage press and learn each and every step separately along the way. I think a progressive is just a bit too complicated for a beginner. Sure you can learn to use a progressive but you really need to learn to walk before you run.</p><p></p><p>However, a turret press is a pretty darn good alternative. You can learn each step and as you learn you can have each die set up ready to use.</p><p></p><p>Just take it slow and easy. </p><p></p><p>I have owned a progressive before but I also kept and continue to use my RockChucker (single stage). I sold my progressive some years ago and don't really miss it. I have the Rock Chucker and 2 turret presses.</p><p></p><p>Having said all that, I think the Hornady LNL is a fine machine, and of course there is no doubt that the Dillon is fine, especially their warranty. Hornady also has an excellent warranty. I will probably end up with a Dillon 550 around Thanksgiving. </p><p></p><p>Come to think of it, H&H has a beginning reloading class. It's about 3 hours, I think, and it costs $50. Money well spent. You will see it first hand and get to try it all yourself. Go in and see the guys. I think the best one there is, I think his name is Donald. Not sure, but the older white haired gentleman. That man knows his stuff. Better to learn from other peoples mistakes, you don't need to learn them all on your own. Reloading is fun and is also a serious business. </p><p></p><p>Safety is #1, and not just a trite saying. Be damn sure you take your time, don't rush either the reloading process or the learning process. </p><p></p><p>Good luck.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="GeneW, post: 2255490, member: 27284"] I'm no expert. But I think a beginner probably should start with a single stage press and learn each and every step separately along the way. I think a progressive is just a bit too complicated for a beginner. Sure you can learn to use a progressive but you really need to learn to walk before you run. However, a turret press is a pretty darn good alternative. You can learn each step and as you learn you can have each die set up ready to use. Just take it slow and easy. I have owned a progressive before but I also kept and continue to use my RockChucker (single stage). I sold my progressive some years ago and don't really miss it. I have the Rock Chucker and 2 turret presses. Having said all that, I think the Hornady LNL is a fine machine, and of course there is no doubt that the Dillon is fine, especially their warranty. Hornady also has an excellent warranty. I will probably end up with a Dillon 550 around Thanksgiving. Come to think of it, H&H has a beginning reloading class. It's about 3 hours, I think, and it costs $50. Money well spent. You will see it first hand and get to try it all yourself. Go in and see the guys. I think the best one there is, I think his name is Donald. Not sure, but the older white haired gentleman. That man knows his stuff. Better to learn from other peoples mistakes, you don't need to learn them all on your own. Reloading is fun and is also a serious business. Safety is #1, and not just a trite saying. Be damn sure you take your time, don't rush either the reloading process or the learning process. Good luck. [/QUOTE]
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