Thread: Going over to the dark side

Thanks to the generosity of certain forum members with their time and gift of 308 dies (cheers @Gibo), I have decided it is time to give the dark art of reloading a try out for myself.
I know 19% of stuff all about it so far, but will learn as I go.
Not wanting to spend up to big to start with, so thinking of going with one of the Lee kits available. Thing is, I already have dies for 308 and 300 win mag, so not sure if these will work with Lee kit. Are the threads universal on the various makes??

Are these kits a good starting point? Trying to keep spending under control in case it turns out to be not my cup of char.

Threads will work in the lee bu Id pay a couply hundy more and get a redding boss kit. Bout $700 and good gear

Originally Posted by Gibo

Threads will work in the lee bu Id pay a couply hundy more and get a redding boss kit. Bout $700 and good gear

That is my second option.

@Pengy

Welcome to the brotherhood

Yes the die threads are universal 7/8x14 and yes the Lee kits are worthwhile.

But beware:

First comes fascination followed quickly by addiction.

Cheers
Pete

Deep dark hole that it is.... Soon enough you will be trimming brass to the nearest thou and checking it all for run out and consistent primer pockets and flash holes!

I reckong all you would need is a reasonable press, scales and case lube. Loading block you can make and you will be away. Oh and a loading manual

Originally Posted by mikee

I reckong all you would need is a reasonable press, scales and case lube. Loading block you can make and you will be away. Oh and a loading manual

+1

I could send you up my old scales, powder thrower and trickler @Pengy. They don't get used much so you can have them.

@Pengy
Have all the gear (Hornady Classic setup).
Dabbling with FL die setup (1/2 dozen buggered cases large), neck sizing die set up (2 buggered cases).
Next step - reloading Lapua cases already primed.
Have a heap of Federal cases and PMC in 308 if you want to experiment, before playing with quality brass.
PM me with addy and I'll send ya 50 Fed to play with - N/C.

Originally Posted by WallyR

@Pengy
Have all the gear (Hornady Classic setup).
Dabbling with FL die setup (1/2 dozen buggered cases large), neck sizing die set up (2 buggered cases).
Next step - reloading Lapua cases already primed.
Have a heap of Federal cases and PMC in 308 if you want to experiment, before playing with quality brass.
PM me with addy and I'll send ya 50 Fed to play with - N/C.

Thanks Wally, but I am sorted for brass as I always save mine. I already have some stock of consumables, so now need to invest in a good press, as advised right here, plus maybe some poo for three dies. and I should be about set to have a go

Pengy's listen to me and listen carefully as though your very existence depended upon listening to me. DONT FUCKING DO IT!

Originally Posted by Rushy

Pengy's listen to me and listen carefully as though your very existence depended upon listening to me. DONT FUCKING DO IT!

@Rushy, you are too late. By asking the question he is already committed, and probably should be too.

I have a good quality RCBS powder thrower, RCBS scales (Ohaus 5-0-5 I think) and RCBS trickler that will be packaged up tomorrow.

Originally Posted by gadgetman

@Rushy, you are too late. By asking the question he is already committed, and probably should be too.

I have a good quality RCBS powder thrower, RCBS scales (Ohaus 5-0-5 I think) and RCBS trickler that will be packaged up tomorrow.

Too kind GM. I will pm you.

Originally Posted by Pengy

Too kind GM. I will pm you.

I know where you live so will be in the post in Tuesday.

Originally Posted by gadgetman

I know where you live so will be in the post in Tuesday.

That sounds slightly creepy

Originally Posted by Rushy

Pengy's listen to me and listen carefully as though your very existence depended upon listening to me. DONT FUCKING DO IT!

Toooo late Rushy. Our mate in Te Puke already sent me the dies so I HAVE to use them