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12 September 2007, 00:33
Buzzy
Reloading Kits
I am looking at getting into reloading, since 358 ammo is going to cost me 48.00 a box. I am wondering which reloading jigs would be good for me to get, I have been looking at rcbs and lee, which would you recommend for my 358 rifle and 357 pistol?
12 September 2007, 01:26
GSP7
I started of with the RCBS Master Reloading "kit". Cabelas had a good deal many years ago and im sure still do. I have the old Rockcrusher II press.

Id get the RCBS kit. Redding dies

Maybe check out what kind of deal redding has on a package deal also
12 September 2007, 01:34
Ol` Joe
RCBS, no question IMO.


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12 September 2007, 03:54
Winchester 69
If your choices are between these two brands, the RCBS kit is a best buy. Otherwise, take a look at Redding's equipment. Their BR2 powder measure is superior, and their presses are better made than RCBS's current offerings. The turret press has no peer.

Good shopping.
12 September 2007, 20:02
Heat
I bought the RCBS Advantced RC Supreme Master kit which includes the Chargemaster 1500 elecontronic dispenser/scale... It's not cheap when you include the 1500 but that's what I wanted... The RCBS RC Supreme Master kit is about half the price and is a VERY good deal... You'll still need to buy the odds and ends stuff but the kits are a good place to start... I added the Forster Co-Ax press to the mix as well so I'm set with two excellent presses and the usual quality RCBS tools...

Ken....


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13 September 2007, 08:28
Buzzy
Would you recommend the single stage or the turett press?
13 September 2007, 08:42
ireload2
A good single stage works great. If you are only going to load for one caliber most anything works.
I would recommend starting with a good single stage. You don't even need the kit if you are patient enough to scrounge up the pieces.
13 September 2007, 19:21
Winchester 69
The turret press is a convenience for those who would have to change dies frequently. I have heard only high praise from Redding T-7 users. If you anticipate expanding your loading interests and are not economically constrained, the turret would be an option.

The trade-offs are: what you need, what you can afford, and what appeals to you.

Good shopping.
14 September 2007, 01:57
Dwight
RCBS rockchucker is the way to go and they have a fantastic warranty policy. I sent in a very old scale for a tune up a couple months ago and they sent me a new one. Can't beat that.