Here is what I got to reload 308, need input

[fastarget]

Lock n load classic and 308 bushing.

RCBS 2 full length die set ( but I got jumped by two of my friends who said get Redding instead)

thinking of a Giraud tri-way trimmer now that I have seen them instead of a Hornady cam lock.

Next on the list is to find a good hand priming system, what do you recommend that is reliable and quality?

BLC 2 and 175 smk to start until I find other components to try.

Have been reading on the forum and writing loads to try down, plan is to start on the low side and work up .

New to loading rifle, so steep learning curve, this will get me going however. Loading for target shooting only, and a 308 bolt gun, next year I plan to ad a 6.5 creed. .

Tx.

 

[LR-WSM]

Measurement tools, calipers and good scale are a must. Smaller add on's to accompany those later on will help you get with the finer adjustments.

 

[fastarget]

Thanks, yes, I have some digital calipers a Gempro 250 and RCBS digital scale that I use for pistol reloading on a dillon 650, set it and forget it type of thing. Nothing like the precision required for long range rifle shooting, from what I read.

 

[DTL]

reloading trays, to organize your brass are always helpful. I tend to hoard small cardboard boxes to sort brass, as well. Christmas cookie tins work well too. I also go through a lot of thin masking tape (marking ammo boxes and powder thrower) and note pads/legal pads when developing loads.

 

[4Quangs]

You'll need a good lubricant for sizing; you can't go wrong with Forster, but I'm sure there are other lubricants as well. Having a case gage such as those made by Wilson and others will prove invaluable for setting up your sizing die and checking your work as you go.

 

[fastarget]

Great advice. After some reading I am returning the RCBS and going with the Redding set, only 5 bucks more. I have some Dillon lube, but so glad you mentioned a case gage and trays.