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thanks. I'm not too worried about monotony work long hours & don't get distracted easilyTwo completely different systems required for shotshell and metallic cartridges. I've never loaded shotgun shells, so can't offer any info there, but I've been loading rifle and pistol ammo for years. At the very bottom of the scale, cost and efficiency wise, would be the Lee kit mentioned by @arakboss. This will allow you to load one cartridge at a time, start to finish, but is glacially slow, if you could manage a box of shells an hour, you're probably going too fast.
Next up is my preference, a single stage press, you can buy kits that are pretty much complete less dies, that'll set you back $300-500 by the time you're ready to start making ammo.
From there, the sky's the limit, depending on just how deep you dive down that rabbit hole. Extra, specialized tools, progressive presses, it all adds up in a hurry. Of course, you also need a work space, free of drafts and distractions, and a sturdy bench. You also need to be organized, patient, and detail oriented, this is NOT a hobby to take up if you're always in a rush or have a short attention span. Having a high tolerance for tedium is also important, although it's extremely gratifying making and shooting your own ammunition, the process is anything but exciting. If the prospect of doing the same thing, the same way, 100 or more times in a row is daunting to you, stick to buying ammo, rather than making it. The advice on books above is also very good, as well as finding a mentor. And don't get into it just because you think you'll save money. Your per round cost MAY go down, but chances are you'll be shooting more.
So start with lots of reading and window shopping, lots of good vids on YouTube as well, and try to find a friend or relative that already hand loads. If you decide to proceed, I'm sure you'll get all kinds of advice on specific tools and techniques, just remember that whatever you decide, it has to work for YOU, not some guy on the Internet . Good luck!
Dave
As far as I know shotgun requires a completely different set-up/press.Absolute basics just to get started off.
Minimum for shotgun is a loading manual (I recommend Lyman's Shotshell Book) and the Lee Load All.What is need for reloading. Absolute basics just to get started off. I can always upgrade. For 12 gauge and 223