Hey guys,
First time re-loader, just getting into the hobby. I selected the following components to get my toes wet on reloading for my .308.
I tried to go as budget as possible, and will probably only be churning out about 200-300 rounds a year.
Here is the starter list of components I have thus far. Am I missing anything that I will need to fully get started???
Thanks
<span style="font-weight: bold">List:</span>
Lee Challenger Breech Lock Single Stage Press Anniversary Kit
<span style="font-weight: bold">Kit Includes:</span>
Challenger Breech Lock single stage press,
3 Breech Lock die bushings,
Lee Safety Scale,
Perfect Powder Measure,
powder funnel,
lock stud and cutter,
Lee chamfer tool,
primer pocket cleaner,
large and small Safety Prime
tube of sizing lube.
<span style="font-weight: bold">Other Components I found I will need:</span>
Lee Deluxe 3-Die Set 308 Winchester
Frankford Arsenal Impact Bullet Puller
Lee Case Length Gage and Shellholder 308 Winchester
Hornady Lock-N-Load Overall Length Gage Modified Case 308 Winchester
Hornady Lock-N-Load Overall Length Gage Bolt Action
Lee "Modern Reloading 2nd Edition" Reloading Manual
Imperial Case Sizing Wax 2 oz
Frankford Arsenal Perfect Fit Reloading Tray #5 22-250 Remington, 243 Winchester, 308 Winchester 50-Round Blue
<span style="font-weight: bold">As for my first loads:</span>
Brass: I am going to use match grade .308 brass I have from Match HSM, FGMM, and Hornady ammo that has been fired.
Powder: IMR 4064 Smokeless Powder 1 lb (how many rounds can I make with 1 lb, approximately? I know it will vary some.)
Bullet: Sierra MatchKing Bullets 30 Caliber (308 Diameter) 168 Grain Hollow Point Boat Tail Box of 100
Primer: What do you guys recommend for good starting primer for .308, with the 168 grain?
So, that is my list thus far.
<span style="font-weight: bold">Total Cost: $260, including tax.</span>
Am I forgetting any essential stuff? What would you guys change, remove, or add?
Thanks a bunch in advance.
First time re-loader, just getting into the hobby. I selected the following components to get my toes wet on reloading for my .308.
I tried to go as budget as possible, and will probably only be churning out about 200-300 rounds a year.
Here is the starter list of components I have thus far. Am I missing anything that I will need to fully get started???
Thanks
<span style="font-weight: bold">List:</span>
Lee Challenger Breech Lock Single Stage Press Anniversary Kit
<span style="font-weight: bold">Kit Includes:</span>
Challenger Breech Lock single stage press,
3 Breech Lock die bushings,
Lee Safety Scale,
Perfect Powder Measure,
powder funnel,
lock stud and cutter,
Lee chamfer tool,
primer pocket cleaner,
large and small Safety Prime
tube of sizing lube.
<span style="font-weight: bold">Other Components I found I will need:</span>
Lee Deluxe 3-Die Set 308 Winchester
Frankford Arsenal Impact Bullet Puller
Lee Case Length Gage and Shellholder 308 Winchester
Hornady Lock-N-Load Overall Length Gage Modified Case 308 Winchester
Hornady Lock-N-Load Overall Length Gage Bolt Action
Lee "Modern Reloading 2nd Edition" Reloading Manual
Imperial Case Sizing Wax 2 oz
Frankford Arsenal Perfect Fit Reloading Tray #5 22-250 Remington, 243 Winchester, 308 Winchester 50-Round Blue
<span style="font-weight: bold">As for my first loads:</span>
Brass: I am going to use match grade .308 brass I have from Match HSM, FGMM, and Hornady ammo that has been fired.
Powder: IMR 4064 Smokeless Powder 1 lb (how many rounds can I make with 1 lb, approximately? I know it will vary some.)
Bullet: Sierra MatchKing Bullets 30 Caliber (308 Diameter) 168 Grain Hollow Point Boat Tail Box of 100
Primer: What do you guys recommend for good starting primer for .308, with the 168 grain?
So, that is my list thus far.
<span style="font-weight: bold">Total Cost: $260, including tax.</span>
Am I forgetting any essential stuff? What would you guys change, remove, or add?
Thanks a bunch in advance.