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What are your goals? Handloading for accuracy in a bolt rifle? Reloading handgun ammo to save some cash?
Second, Double or even Triple the amount of money you have budgeted for the project.
But I figure I've got 30 or 40 years of shooting in me so it will pay for itself in the long run.
Youv'e been shooting that long? Or that's how long you expect to live? LOL
Mike
Two bits of advice. First, start out with a single stage press. Even if you eventually move up to a "Mini Factory" progressive, that single stage will be essential for those few hunting rounds and load development for all others.
Second, Double or even Triple the amount of money you have budgeted for the project. Then you might have enough for all the "extras" you will find you need.
While shopping, don't overlook Dillon's newer offering. They offer a BASIC model of he workhorse 550. It's for all practical purposes a 550 stripped of auto powder measure and auto priming. Good way to get started and when you're ready to move up to a full featured Progressive, they offer upgrades. Don't have to buy a new press. It sells for less than $300. A good centerpiece to a new reloading operation. You'll still need manual, scale, caliper, and case prep tools, and a good basic powder measure.
Boy is that the truth! I picked up my lock n load for, what I 'thought' was a good deal @$340. I'm now in $1100 and haven't made a single round yet and still technically need a scale (borrowing one for the moment).
But I figure I've got 30 or 40 years of shooting in me so it will pay for itself in the long run.
Which would be better to start with RCBS Partner Press Reloading Kit or a RCBS - Rock Chucker Supreme Master Reloading Kit. But I'm buying a book first up.