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Reloading 5.56
Posted by soco790 on 12/15/13 at 4:25 pm00
Looking to get some reloading equipment as a Christmas gift to myself.
I just ordered 500 rounds of 5.56, so my plan is to shoot those and reload them as a start. I know Ill need powder, bullets and primers; but I'm a little unsure of what equipment I'll need.
I'm looking specifically at this kit:
LINK
Would dies be the only thing I would need? Would a case tumbler be worth getting as well?
Thanks for any help
I just ordered 500 rounds of 5.56, so my plan is to shoot those and reload them as a start. I know Ill need powder, bullets and primers; but I'm a little unsure of what equipment I'll need.
I'm looking specifically at this kit:
LINK
Would dies be the only thing I would need? Would a case tumbler be worth getting as well?
Thanks for any help
Refer to my monster thread from the FAQ at the top of the forum to learn some more then come back if you have more questions:
Cartridge Reloading Tutorial (Information and Videos)
Cartridge Reloading Tutorial (Information and Videos)
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Bapple vids
I agree with Ward though. That's a great kit. RCBS is higher quality than Lee stuff.
I have since changed my priming tool to an RCBS Universal Priming tool versus the original Lee one since making that thread.
As long as you stick to that basic formula for the supplies you need, you should be fine. You will need a swaging tool or reeming tool to be able to prime those cases though. They will have crimped primer pockets.
re: Reloading 5.56Posted by LongueCarabine on 12/15/13 at 5:07 pm to bapple
The Rock Chucker is a great press to start reloading.
But damn! I can't believe how expensive all the reloading stuff has gotten.
I started reloading in 94 or 95 and my Master Kit cost $125.
LC
But damn! I can't believe how expensive all the reloading stuff has gotten.
I started reloading in 94 or 95 and my Master Kit cost $125.
LC
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re: Reloading 5.56Posted by soco790 on 12/15/13 at 5:10 pm to LongueCarabine
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But damn! I can't believe how expensive all the reloading stuff has gotten
The main reason I asked is because I was told by a reloading shop I wouldn't be able to get everything I need for under $600.
And thanks for the link. I'll be watching those videos tonight
that kit you have is pretty affordable not sure you can get it all separately for under that, will mention to check craigslist and armslist in your area, there were a lot of people out here who bought a bunch of stuff during the last crisis but never got into it, and sold their stuff cheap
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there were a lot of people out here who bought a bunch of stuff during the last crisis but never got into it, and sold their stuff cheap
Solid point here!
An RCBS press hardly ever goes bad and if you do have an issue there's a lifetime warranty. So if you find a cheaper press available used, then get it anyway. If it's broken they'll replace it for you.
My favorite single stage press is the RCBS Partner Press. I mounted it to a small desk in my bedroom and it is SUPER compact. Compared to my dad's chucker it's about 2/3 the size. It's also around $80 on Midway.
If your going to spend that kind of money, then I would highly recommend a Dillon. Their warranty service is phenomenal and other than setting up the amount of powder they throw, they come set up and ready to run without adjustment. For that much money you can get a machine that will tear out a lot more ammo a lot faster. Dillon Precision
A case tumbler is a must as you will need to clean that brass before reloading.
Lastly, if you are using any type of military 5.56 ammo you will need some a primer pocket swagger.
Good luck!
A case tumbler is a must as you will need to clean that brass before reloading.
Lastly, if you are using any type of military 5.56 ammo you will need some a primer pocket swagger.
Good luck!
re: Reloading 5.56Posted by Yewkindewit on 12/15/13 at 7:26 pm to bapple
Outlines?
I do like your tutorials Bapple.
I do like your tutorials Bapple.
re: Reloading 5.56Posted by TigerOnThe Hill on 12/15/13 at 8:29 pm to soco790
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Id also invest in a reloading manual.
Excellent point, but it looks like the kit comes w/ a Speer manual. I really like the format of the Sierra manual in that it's a 3 ring binder. Hodgdon has a LOT of cartridges listed.
A tumbler is good to have, but not essential. I'd been reloading for 20 years or so before I bought a tumbler.
RCBS products are high quality. A single stage press (like the one in your link) is slower than a multi stage press (like the referenced Dillon) or a turret (like my Lee). Nevertheless, I think a single stage press or turret press is good for the beginner. One can make a lot of ammo w/ a progressives (like the Dillon), but most of us don't really need such high quantity of ammo.
Yes, you'll need reloading dies. I've got reloading dies from all the die makers except Lyman. As far as quality, I'd rank them as: Redding>RCBS>Hornady>Lee. Not sure where Lyman ranks, but not better than Redding. Having said that, I've never had problems developing safe and accurate loads using all brands of dies.
You will need a pair of 6" dial calipers. I bought a pair like these MANY years ago and am still pleased w/ them. Calipers You might also want a Hornady Overall Length Gauge bolt action and Hornady 223 Modified Case. The Lee Powder Dipper Kit is something I use nearly every time I load some rounds. Some folks really like using a Powder Trickler, but I use the powder dippers more.
What kind of powder and bullets are you thinking of using?
re: Reloading 5.56Posted by H.M. Murdock on 12/15/13 at 8:48 pm to soco790
If you plan on getting into reloading I would seriously consider a progressive press. Dillon has several to choose from at different price points. I think the 550b is most versatile. Might as well spend a little bit more, it will save you hours and hours when loading rounds.
re: Reloading 5.56Posted by soco790 on 12/15/13 at 9:03 pm to TigerOnThe Hill
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TigerOnThe Hill
Thanks. Lots of useful info.
For bullets I was looking at Barnes TSX. Was gonna do some 55gr and some 62gr to see what my rifle likes better. It's only seen 55 so far.
Would like to do 300BO later on also.
This post was edited on 12/15 at 9:04 pm
re: Reloading 5.56Posted by TigerOnThe Hill on 12/15/13 at 9:31 pm to soco790
Soco,
Barnes makes some good bullets. What will you be using the gun for?
Barnes makes some good bullets. What will you be using the gun for?
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