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    Which setup is practical for me?

    Re: Which setup is practical for me? Sounds like a candidate for a Dillon 550B fitted with a Hornady powder measure. Redding Match die set for the bolt gun; Forster Benchrest die set for the AR. The Lee primer pocket cleaner is without peer, unless you choose to uniform the pockets...
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    Lee Handprimer w/338 lapua

    Re: Lee Handprimer w/338 lapua There are two shell holders for the 338 Lapua. One is for Weatherby brass. The other is to Rigby spec. The RCBS number for what you need is 14. EDIT: According to the Sinclair catalogue, Lee doesn't have a Weatherby shell holder.
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    Chamber Dia Question

    Re: Chamber Dia Question Your chamber diameter should be a minimum of 0.335". Your desired bushing diameter should be 0.330".
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    Lee Die ?s

    Re: Lee Die ?s <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 918v</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm not happy. Their carbide dies are rough. Their pistol FCD resizes bullets inside the case and ruins neck tension. I do like their collet neck dies a lot...
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    Chamber Dia Question

    Re: Chamber Dia Question Measure a fired case to get an idea of your chamber dimensions. You want about 0.003" minimum neck-to-chamber clearance.
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    Did I miss anything?

    Re: Did I miss anything? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 5x5GUY</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Will a small screwdriver/pick serve as primer pocket/flashole prep tool until I get my feet wet and can decide what I really need/want? I assume that...
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    top 3 neck bushing sizes for 308?

    Re: top 3 neck bushing sizes for 308? Looks like the top three are .336, .335 and .333.
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    Priming Tool Recommendation

    Re: Priming Tool Recommendation Utility Vanity Price In what order?
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    WHAT CASE TRIMMER? (300RUM) AND SMALLER

    Re: WHAT CASE TRIMMER? (300RUM) AND SMALLER You might do well to contact Forster directly. They have several different base lengths available for their trimmers. They can tell you which one will cover the range of cartridges you are loading for...
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    Hornady thrower on Dillon

    Re: Hornady thrower on Dillon You're welcome.
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    Hornady thrower on Dillon

    Re: Hornady thrower on Dillon <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dmg308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Do you think it would work with the Redding BR thrower? </div></div> Redding uses a vertical operating lever orientation on their measures (except...
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    Another noob question

    Re: Another noob question <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Walsh</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The problem with that is that I don't know all that I need and don't have the money or the skill to buy the "BEST". </div></div> The following link...
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    How crucial is trimming brass to exact OAL?

    Re: How crucial is trimming brass to exact OAL? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: AXEMAN</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That's a great idea to find the chamber size. That said, not knowing the exact spec's on my chamber leaves me at a disadvantage...
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    Which Hodgdon powder = Win Supreme 780?

    Re: Which Hodgdon powder = Win Supreme 780? You're welcome.
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    Roadblocks to reloading

    Re: Roadblocks to reloading There are several states that Natchez won't sell in (AL, GA, TN). There may be dealers that they supply in those and are protecting their markets. Use a friend's address in a state that they do sell in, and then he can ship it to you. More trouble and expense...
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    Roadblocks to reloading

    Re: Roadblocks to reloading The Forster Benchrest die sets have a superior-design seating die without a micrometer. Their sizing die has a design advantage with the location of the sizing button. You have to be sure that the stem is straight and the button isn't causing run-out. A Redding...
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    Which Hodgdon powder = Win Supreme 780?

    Re: Which Hodgdon powder = Win Supreme 780? If Hodgdon has the same powder packaged in their own label, the Hodgdon Load Center will list duplicate loads for both powders.
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    what do you need to start reloading

    Re: what do you need to start reloading Ignore any positive comments regarding Lee equipment. It's cheaply made. www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=1466718#Post1466718 You'll want to consider Redding bushing and micrometer dies. The RCBS ChargeMaster Combo...
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    Wanting to Reload...Need basic Equipment...?

    Re: Wanting to Reload...Need basic Equipment...? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: eboggs</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I see a lot of single-stage presses for under $100. Is there something wrong with this? Obviously not as good of...
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    RCBS Sale @ MidSouth

    I've just pulled a sales flyer from MidSouth Shooters Supply out of my mailbox. They have the RCBS ChargeMaster Combo and the RockChucker kit on sale for $280 each. I believe I'll stay away from the Reloading Accessory kit for $108. Also notable is Hornady lock rings for $13.35 a six-pack...