[Hornady parts search]

I do not have a LNL but here is a website that might help you out

 

http://www.gggreloader.com/

[hard time finding .357 mag ammo]

Not sure where some of you are getting your supplies...? But I reload, (only 9mm's)and my cost are

Montana Gold 115gr.FMJ 4000/$355 ea..08875 = .090
TiteGroup $20/pound 7000/4.3gr 1,628 per pound = .012
Federal SSP $30/1000 = .03
Brass - range pick up

Total per shot = 13 cents X 1000 = $132
So, I have never found a web site remanufactured or not (in years) that sells 9mm at the home reload price.

I will say that you have to shoot a bit to pay for your new Dillon machine or whatever you choose.

Just my .02, Start reloading and shoot

Freedom Munitions has reman(once fired brass) for $0,184 per round.Your brass is free and it is still only $0.051 more

 

Just saying  But i do reload 38/357 and 44 mag on a Redding T7 turret 

[hard time finding .357 mag ammo]

The sooner you start the sooner you appreciate the benefits and satisfaction of loading your own. And .38/.357 is one of the easiest and cheapest setups to learn. 

But I think you will realize in the final analysis you don't really save money by reloading. You just get to shoot more and enjoy it more for the same amount of expense.

It is very satisfying,but components are a bear to find ie pistol powder and primers. 

[hard time finding .357 mag ammo]

Hi John455 have you ever tried Lucky Gunner in Knoxville?? They are great and only ship to you. They have all the popular brands

 

http://www.luckygunner.com/handgun/357-magnum-ammo

 

I personally have used georgia arms, http://www.georgia-arms.com/

 

They will load you new or reman(reman is once shot cases otherwise all new components) cartridges by box or bulk.

 

I am trying a new company from Idaho called Freedom Munitions. http://www.freedommunitions.com/#&panel1-1

 

They have a very good track record,but they are out of 357, They have shipping specials,like recently $0.00 for new customers or $5.00 and NO tax

 

These third party reloaders are almost as cheap as reloading

[critique my crimp]

Do you use the taper crimp die on your bullets with a cannelure too?

No ,I do not, just use the hornady roll crimp for cannelures, but that is just me..Taper crimps are actually made for auto pistols or bullets like Berrys without cannalure.

 

You will eventually develop a style that you will like over other crimping styles and this comes with time. Cannelure bullets are somtimes difficult when the cases are not all

 

trimmed to a specific length.

 

Sorry about the link. I am a member there as well. I joined just too see the pix

 

http://www.thehighroad.org/archive/index.php/t-469815.html

[critique my crimp]

You might also consider buying a taper crimp die. For bullets without a cannelure. Works for me.

You are absolutely right. i have since bought a Redding taper crimp and it is excellent. Makes beautiful crimps

[what powder for .38/.357?]

Unique is a great place to start. You know you can simply shoot 38 Special in your 357 mag., right?

 

2 pounds will load a LOT of rounds.

Yep 7000 grains to a lb of powder I use Blue Dot for 38/357 But here is a warning from Alliant website

 

Quote:

 

SAFETY NOTICE

At Alliant Powder, we take safety seriously. That’s why we periodically test our products in different situations to be sure our use recommendations stay current. Check here for any safety notes or recall information. Stay safe and keep accurate.

Alliant Powder periodically reviews and tests their published reloading data to verify that our recommended recipes have not changed over time.

During the latest review Alliant Powder discovered that Alliant Powder's Blue Dot® should not be used in the following applications:

• Blue Dot® should NOT be used in the 357 Magnum load using the 125 grain projectile (Blue Dot® recipes with heavier bullet weights as specified in Alliant Powders Reloading Guide are acceptable for use).
• Blue Dot® should NOT be used in the 41 Magnum cartridge (all bullet weights).

Use of Blue Dot® in the above cases may cause a high pressure situation that could cause property damage and serious personal injury.

We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

[Rock Chucker supreme master reloading kit]

Hi I have a Redding single stage and i reload .38/357 and 44 mag and i use the Hornady die convsersion kit

 

 http://www.midwayusa.com/product/858110/hornady-lock-n-load-press-and-die-conversion-bushing-kit?cm_vc=ProductFinding

 

Once you have your specific dies set to the specific caliber a quater turn will have you going here is a short explanation Start at 3:19 

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9ThHOgO9Kg

 

love this setup

[Opinions on Hornady Lock-N-Load AP]

Hi Bill Morgan on youtube( the LNL specialist) has setup the LNL and discusses the various problems that occur.He is very through and extremely talented and explains every thing and any thing about LNL

 

Here is a in depth 5 part series on setting the press up and tips and tricks.He is very enjoyable to watch.Bill even has a series on a Dillion Square Deal and now he is doing a Redding series

 

http://youtu.be/-qC1O5FzSCA?list=PL3gouk-e0H8HX-PN_XXgjMDfKnpUUmZ4H

 

Like already stated every press has its quirks Hope this helps

[Another Ammo Crisis Looms!]

Lucky Gunner has 1 in stock 1000 rounds for $355.00

 

http://www.luckygunner.com/25-acp-50-gr-fmj-prvi-partizan-1000-rounds#rid=AmmoSeek

 

Here are more from ammoseek

 

http://ammoseek.com/ammo/25acp

[critique my crimp]

Thanks for the reply's. I was afraid they might be slightly overcrimped, the bullets don't have a groove. I will back off the die a little next time. These will be shot in a .357 magnum.

Hi, It is more than a slight overcrimp.They are extremely overcrimped I have the Berrys in 158 gr ,357 shooting through a 686 S&w cal and went through the same growing  pains as you.

You only need to crimp to hold the bullet from falling out of the case(from recoil).

 

First i only bell the the case just enough to start the bullet and when i seat the bullet the pressure is enough not to crimp(i know people that do not crimp) and if they fit through a case gage or you can use you barrel as a substitute they are ready

Like stated above if you can take the dummy cartridge and push it against the loading table and the bullet does not move you have enough crimp.

 

Secondly i do crimp and when i set up the seating height i only add a 1/8 - 14 turn for the crimp at most (I have Hornady dies and they do seating and crimping at the same station)

 

They Lee factory crimp dies should be a piece of cake.When you crimp try crimping dummy bullets at 1/8 turn 1/4 turn 1/2 turn until you go 360 degrees as examples and you can see the progress of the operation.Use the one that does not move and fits your barrel

 

I load on Redding big boss and their T-7 press 

 

Good luck