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That being said, if you intend to reload rifle ammo, you'll probably want a single stage press too, so if you go that route first, you won't be wasting your money...
Or purchase a progressive that can handle rifle ammo. I load .308 on my 650 as well as all my other smaller stuff. For the "accurate" stuff I just use a Lee universal rifle powder die and a funnel, dropping weighed charges instead of the Dillon powder measure.
Add to that the Unique-Tek toolhead clamping kit and I get finished rounds that shoot just as well as those I build on my single stage. Just less time involved in loading a couple handled rounds.
The key is to be forward looking. If one KNOWS they will have the need for large volumes of ammunition, then get a progressive and learn on it. Just remember, one can take driving lessons in a Cadillac just as easily as in a Geo Metro.