How do I begin getting into reloading in 2026

[Jeepsnguns]

Unless you're either shooting a lot of expensive people ammo or are trying to get bench accuracy, I'd forgo reloading now; components are expensive.

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[Jeepsnguns]

Back when I was reloading I had a friend that had already been reloading for years.
He recommended the Hornady reloading manuals.
I found those to be very informative.
They contained a lot of information about getting started etc. other than just the reloading charts.
Best of luck with your pursuit of a new hobby.

 

[Flymph]

Ya know, I was going to just say get a Hornady progressive press, assuming you're going to load calibers I would just buy... but all the comments about studying first make the most sense.

I have to expand, a progressive press is good for pumping out round after round is great... but you have less quality control and precision that a single stage press (arguably about the only reason to reload).
I'm in an odd place where precision is less important than the value saved of some cartridges, some of which just aren't available for purchase.
It's a good skill to have and well worth the practice, given you can afford the time.