Reloading For Dummies!!

[Earl33]

I'v been pushing around the thought of reloading. What would y'all sugest for literature or a good site for a beginner to study on before jumping into what I gather is an addicting hobby. 

[gregintenn]

Most reloading manuals have a pretty extensive description of the whole process. Modern Reloading by Richard Lee is great at explaining the process in detail, yet easy to follow. It's reloading data, however, could be more extensive. A google search will show several free reloading guides via PDF files.

 

Also, feel free to ask questions here. Were you closer, I would be happy to have you over and walk through the process with you. I expect there are many youtube videos as well.

[scoutfsu]

Brianenos.com
AR15.com actually has a tightly run reloading forum.  The usual hooliganism that affects most of the site is strictly moderated there.
You can't have too many manuals. 

[LCPfraTN]

You'll be amazed by what you can learn on youtube and by reading these forums, but I'm sure some of the more experienced reloaders will come along with some book suggestions. I started with reloading .38 special and read a lot on here and on other forums in addition to watching youtube videos on specific topics. Seeing is much more helpful than reading sometimes, so youtube videos really helped me.

[gregintenn]

                                           http://forums.accuratereloading.com/eve

 

Here's a wealth of information.

[Guest kilo33]

Look at getting the Hornady 9th edition manual.  Might as well buy a book because you will need at least one.

[battleop]

YouTube was and still is a very helpful site. Ultimatereloader.com is a great site for learning about different presses.

[Earl33]

Guys I appreciate the response. I was talking with my dad the other day about wanting to reload. He has had several friends over the years that have reloaded not only as a hobby but as an obsession. After lurking around on here looking at the setups you guys have got my gears turning. Which according to the wife is at times dangerous. I wil checkout things on youtube and get an idea of what I'd be getting into.

[Guest Fruit jar]

My wife tells me that my running gears will get me in trouble one day.

 

Earl, start simple, don't get over your head with equipment. Ask us about what you found to load with. I'm sure some will give you the good and the bad points about it.

With that, A 65 year old neighbor that is getting started into reloading. He buys a Lee Load Master with all he needs at a great price, used. I tried to load on my cousin's for 2 years. It's got to be the worst machine on the market. But my friend will spit rounds out all day long with one. I'll stay with my Lee O frame.

[Guest tommy62]

Try these links:

http://www.countrysidemag.com/issues/89/89-2/Thomas_Tabor.html

 

http://www.reloadingforbeginners.com/

[ohell]

ABC's of Reloading

about 12 bucks at amazon, you can download a free kindle reader. also available in paper format. does not have load data in it, or the '04 version did not.  

[mikegideon]

ABC's of Reloading

about 12 bucks at amazon, you can download a free kindle reader. also available in paper format. does not have load data in it, or the '04 version did not.  

 

I have this one too. Great book

[Guest hobbles]

Well, I was out of ingots to make my bullets out of. So I started at 8 am and got a fire going and started to [url=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/hobbles/Reloadin/ingots-2.jpg]melt[/URL] the last wheel weights I had left. I only had a 5 gallon bucket left full of wheel weights and thought I would get more then [url=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/hobbles/Reloadin/ingots-3.jpg]this[/URL]. I got done at 11 am. Guess it's time to go see my tire shop and pickup 2 more 5 gallon buckets of weights. I only have [url=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/hobbles/Reloadin/bullets11-5.jpg]this[/URL] many bullets left. I figure it will be a month or two before I run out of rounds and will have to go buy more primers and powder, might as well get everything ready now for when the time comes to start reloadin again.

I also made a [url-http://smg.beta.photobucket.com/user/hobbles/media/Reloadin/water-drop.mp4.html]water drop[/url] for when I cast em.

Edited March 5, 2013 by hobbles

[Earl33]

Im going to get some suggested literature and do a little researching. I have a perfect work area to have a nice little setup. I will keep y'all updated on how things are going. Thanks again gentlemen.  

[Guest hobbles]

Can't edit top water drop post.

[url=http://smg.beta.photobucket.com/user/hobbles/media/Reloadin/water-drop.mp4.html]Water drop[/url].

[Guest hobbles]

Your re-loadin bench is a dangerous place. Keep your fire alarm updated. [url=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v323/hobbles/Reloadin/warningshot2.jpg]Here's mine[/url].

[bikertrash2001]

I would say now is a good time to be reading and getting an idea of what you want because right now it's getting very hard to find components. Presses and dies are pretty tough too. I started out with a Lee single stage and I've been very happy turning out rounds at a reasonable pace for me. 

[Guest hobbles]

Mornin Newcomer,

I also have/use the Lee single stage and am happy with it. I just relax, turn on the music and enjoy the [url=http://smg.beta.photobucket.com/user/hobbles/media/Reloadin/reloadin-4.mp4.html]process[/url].

Edited March 5, 2013 by hobbles

[gregintenn]

I bought a Lee Anniversary kit nearly 20 years ago, with the idea of upgrading once money permitted. So far, the money situation has improved, but I haven't found a need for the upgrade. Just because Lee stuff is cheaper doesn't make it junk.

 

I'd buy Lee dies, even if all the brands were the same price. I like the way the lock rings work better.

Edited March 5, 2013 by gregintenn

[Grunt67]

My .02

 

Modern Reloadin..Richard Lee

 

ABCs of reloading

 

Lee dies

 

"If" you can find 'em

[glockster157]

Lyman, Lyman.....did I say Lyman....what is really bad as much as I love Lyman manuals I buy RCBs equipment. I taught myself to reload from Lyman manuals but I never thought their equipment was as good as RCBS.

[Earl33]

Thanks again for all the response. Y'all have been a great help..

[Earl33]

The ABC's of Reloading (C. Rodney James). Anybody have info on this being good in referance to the general knowledge about reloading?

[ohell]

the reference was made several times. if you are loading standard pistol rounds, watch a youtube video, pour in some powder and pull the trigger.  if you want a guide to help you learn more than "how to roll your own" (pulled from introduction), it is well worth the 12 buck amazon download version price.  if you google enough,  you might find a pirate copy on the goobernet. check your  local library  ;-)

Edited March 7, 2013 by ohell

[Grunt67]

The ABC's of Reloading (C. Rodney James). Anybody have info on this being good in referance to the general knowledge about reloading?

 

Well worth the money. Especially if you're just starting out.