s is this kit a good start for a multi gun shooter? who has never reloaded?
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I have been reloading for ten years, and started with this kit fromRCBS. I load 9mm, .40, .45 , 223, 30-30, 30.06, 357 magnum, and 38. Once you get the kit you will quickly discover that your capital layout has just started. You will need dies, shell holders, shell cases, primers, powder, small rotary wire brushes to clean the primer pockets, a tumbler with media to clean your used cases, or those that you pick up at the range. I'm sure that I have left out a few things, but this list is pretty close. Now the good news: I try to shoot at least twice per week, and when I do I typically go through about 300 rounds each visit. With this volume of shooting the payback on my capital investment was less than one year. So, don't get depressed as you continue to open your wallet.....you will save a ton of money over time. As an example, a premium 223 cartridge is nearly a buck per round. My cost to reload a 223 is twenty cents. This type of savings is typical of the entire spectrum of calibers.
86639
it sure is. you will not be disappointed. you really need to do alot of shooting to make it worth while. casual shooters should use the 1.8 and call it good unless ;your rich
1971340
NO. I highly recomend starting out with somthing smaller and easier. This is a beast to put together! Go MG or even smaller if this is your very first kit. Any pg kit is going to be to massive for a first time. Its like letting a 16 year old drive in nascar for his first time.
1553856
Yes I would highly recommend this gun if you are a beginner. But I would look into finding a better p90 mag. The gravity fed mag that came with this gun sucks, but it does the job.
1535681
Did you install the rear sight? If so, how did everything turn out? Do the front and rear sights line up and provide accuracy? I have the 590A1 and am looking forward having this kit installed. thx for the feedback.
1362675
Absolutely! And nicely, only problem you will experience is the 'reload' capability. Would suggest getting one of those 5-shot 'strip' reloaders put out by Bianchi and others. Otherwise, in all ways, a very nice rig. Use mine daily and highly recommend. Hope this helps. Best, H.
522257
that is what I bought the kit 4. However I have not used it to reload any as of yet. I will be trying them out by next week.
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Well, Brad, you'll need dies (any of the major brands are good), but spend the extra $ and get carbide or tungsten dies. Then you won't have pre-lube your cartridge casings....which is messy and slow. For the Hornady Lock n Load, you need shell holders and shell plates - buy those from Hornady. Geez, Brad, after that just get yourself some reasonably clean brass cartridge cases (you'll soon find yourself scrounging em at your local range...!), some primers (I always use magnum primers .. Use can just use regular small pistol primers...but I like a big fat spark !) Then get yourself some powder (you gotta start somewhere...Bullseye is fine.), and pick up your favorite bullets. TWO MOST IMPORTANT tips I can give you are : 1. Buy a major-brand component manufacturer's reloading manual. (You'll end up with several : ) ! Lee has good ones and Hornady gives you a DVD with purchase of Lock n Load press...very well produced! 2. GO REAL SLOW for your first few loading sessions! No distractions and focus on what you're doing. Speed will come later. Loading your own is very safe and you'll get measurably better accuracy. But pay attention, Brad! We don't want to lose a fellow gunner to a reloading mishap! Finally, take some time to hang out at you local reloader's supply store. You'll find lots of folk will be eager to share their favorite loads with you. And the store employees might as well start getting used to you bein around! Keep yer powder dry, Brad. Lemme know if you've got more questions. Best, John All the major die makers will include a powder spoon...which I don't care for ... I want a good quality scale...It's comforting when you're weighing out buffalo loads!
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3 die set comes with it. Depriming/resizing, expander and seating/ crimp die. It does come with powder measure. Everything you need to start loading 9mm. I would suggest buying bullet collater ( which goes on top of rubes that hold empty shells for $11. Makes life a lot easier. Go to loadmastervideos.Com and there is a site dedicated to working and setting up this press. I have loaded about 12000 rounds in the last year since I bought this. There are much better machines out there but they wI'll cost 3-4 times this one. I can load easily 400-500 rounds an hour if I go fast but take your time and you will still load at least 300 an hour. Any questions let me know 3 die set comes with it. Depriming/resizing, expander and seating/ crimp die. It does come with powder measure. Everything you need to start loading 9mm. I would suggest buying bullet collater ( which goes on top of rubes that hold empty shells for $11. Makes life a lot easier. Go to loadmastervideos.Com and there is a site dedicated to working and setting up this press. I have loaded about 12000 rounds in the last year since I bought this. There are much better machines out there but they wI'll cost 3-4 times this one. I can load easily 400-500 rounds an hour if I go fast but take your... » Read More 3 die set comes with it. Depriming/resizing, expander and seating/ crimp die. It does come with powder measure. Everything you need to start loading 9mm. I would suggest buying bullet collater ( which goes on top of rubes that hold empty shells for $11. Makes life a lot easier. Go to loadmastervideos.Com and there is a site dedicated to working and setting up this press. I have loaded about 12000 rounds in the last year since I bought this. There are much better machines out there but they wI'll cost 3-4 times this one. I can load easily 400-500 rounds an hour if I go fast but take your time and you will still load at least 300 an hour. Any questions let me know « Show Less
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Short answer is yes. Long answer this shouldn't be your first kit. You won't be able to get the full potential out of it or appreciate it as much. Start out with a few mgs or even hgs first. Get practice painting and detailing. Tons of tutorials online for it.
888382
Hello there!!! This would be a very good kit to start out model building - especially BATTLESHIPS!!!!! Another good kit to start out with is the Revell kit of the USS MISSOURI battleship. Both kits were released about the same time in the 1950s-1960s, so you will encounter some fit problems; mainly placing the deck into position. I built both kits when I was young and built them again as I have gotten older. They were fun to built both times!!! Hope this helps out and hope you enjoy building 1 or the other or BOTH kits!!!!!!!!! James
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I should not have any. Just make sure you read and understand the sighting in instructions otherwise you may end up frustrated and waste ammo. NOTE: the bullet drop lines moves with the power setting. This allows "custom" set-up to your rifle/ammo.
1080251
Yes it does, comes with all the things ya need. Good Luck & have fun reloading
1830132
I have only pulled about 80 rounds so far and it is holding up. Several prople i know reload and they have used this tool without issues. Anything beyond that is difficult for me to give you a clear answer. For the money i think it is a good piece of kit.
483916
IMO, it will feel like forever. I invested in a SCUBA tank and adapter ... fits the rifle and the pistol. Need portability? Get a "pony" tank. Cheers! ;)
1120530
if you buy the kit you get the basic gear you need minus he caliber dies that will be needed for the type of bullet you want to make that is a separate charge. If you are just getting started in reloading it was a good setup. I bought a digital scale and a few more dies and a turret spare because I reload rifle and pistol bullets and i did not want to reset the dies each time i used it. if you plan to reload more than a few hundred bullets i would just get the press and get the other components (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utFnbwtNoP0), digital grain scale, and a few dies, decapping pins, and primers, powder specific to the bullet being made. if you buy the kit you get the basic gear you need minus he caliber dies that will be needed for the type of bullet you want to make that is a separate charge. If you are just getting started in reloading it was a good setup. I bought a digital scale and a few more dies and a turret spare because I reload rifle and pistol bullets and i did not want to reset the dies each time i used it. if you plan to reload more than a few hundred bullets i would just get the press and get the other components (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utFnbwtNoP0), digital grain scale, and a few dies, decapping... » Read More if you buy the kit you get the basic gear you need minus he caliber dies that will be needed for the type of bullet you want to make that is a separate charge. If you are just getting started in reloading it was a good setup. I bought a digital scale and a few more dies and a turret spare because I reload rifle and pistol bullets and i did not want to reset the dies each time i used it. if you plan to reload more than a few hundred bullets i would just get the press and get the other components (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utFnbwtNoP0), digital grain scale, and a few dies, decapping pins, and primers, powder specific to the bullet being made. « Show Less
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As a back up this shooter is great. As is the single shooter. Two guns shot simultaneously , one in each hand , should probably be auto 'sEquipping all shooters with equally matched guns is a plus and these are priced to easily do that.