Need reloading

[Pappy Hayes]

Does anyone know of anybody or company you .ca send your brass to to be reloaded? I had a friend who was doing it for me but he gave up his FFL licence so he is unable to do it.i have a lot of 44Colt and 44-40 brass I need loaded.the 44Colt is hard to find now.

[Major 2]

Your friend was reloading commercially (hence the FFL) ?

You may find it some difficult to find another , The problem is the liability.

Are you opposed to DIY ?   
You can set yourself up at a reasonable entry cost.   

[Pappy Hayes]

I have thought about that just don't know what to go with. I don't want to spend a lot of money.

[Major 2]

LEE then is your rescuer ....on Amazon.com

https://www.amazon.com/LEE-PRECISION-Breech-Challenger-Press/dp/B008F5H636/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1530800120&sr=8-3&keywords=lee+press

or a hell of a deal !
https://www.amazon.com/LEE-PRECISION-Anniversary-Challenger-Kit/dp/B00162RM3E/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1530800294&sr=8-6&keywords=lee+press


or I might suggest the Classic Turret.... I just got one of these and it's great !
https://www.amazon.com/LEE-PRECISION-Classic-Turret-Press/dp/B003BWTF1E/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1530800213&sr=8-4&keywords=lee+press

for dies
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dsporting&field-keywords=lee+44%2F40+dies&rh=n%3A3375251%2Ck%3Alee+44%2F40+dies

For your 44 Colt its a bit trickier ... 44 Special die set but you'll need a Lee #9 shell holder for the 44 Colt shells ...

https://www.amazon.com/LEE-PRECISION-Special-Carbide-4-Die/dp/B000O7HCDW/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1530800492&sr=1-1&keywords=lee%2B44%2Bdies&th=1&psc=1

#9  shell holder ( yes it says' 41 mag. but it will work just as well with 44Colt )
https://www.amazon.com/LEE-PRECISION-R9-Shell-Holder/dp/B000N8LH2O/ref=sr_1_4?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1530800794&sr=1-4&keywords=lee+%239+shell+holder

Pick and choose , and you're in for $200-250 at least for equipment ...

[Major 2]

Let my add

I suggested the Classic Turret..... but I removed the auto advance rod and advance the die holder manually.
What I like was I have extra die holders ($10) for each die set ...32/20,  44Colt/Spc'l (I just change the shell holder)  ,45 Colt & 44 Russian.

[Blair]

Considering the cost of buying the ammo one might need in todays shooting sports, learning to reload your own ammo is the best way to save some money and enjoy shooting more often.
Yes, it can be expensive to get yourself set up. But it is surprising just how fast you can make your investment back once you start reloading for your self.
My best,
Blair

[Cholla Hill Tirador]

  With the calibers you neee reloading, you'll pay for your equipment in no time.

  Let me make a suggestion in regards to equipment- Instead of buying inexpensive NEW equipment (there's a reason it's inexpensive) buy good quality USED equipment such as RCBS, Hornady, Pacific, etc. Good quality equipment will retain value so if/when you decide to get rid of it, you can get most if not all of your money back.

  CHT

[Major 2]

OK  Ford VS Chevy  yada yada

I have a Lyman Turret II & Spartan , RCBS & Hornady equipment too  ..... and you'll pay up for buy good quality USED equipment, if you find it and it isn't worn or abused.

I still say, LEE  for the get go start-up ...inexpensive does NOT translate to cheap or poor quality

Otherwise, spend the coin and get Dillon 

[Blair]

The learning curve for a particular cartridge caliber can seem over whelming at times.
If you focus your attention on the one cartridge caliber reloading information that you are interested in, the learning curve becomes much easier to deal with.
I would suggest you start a notebook on each cartridge you start to study and want to set up for yourself.
If you want to do a lot of shooing, reloading your own is the only way to go in my opinion.
I hope you find this info helpful.
My best,
Blair

[treebeard]

Tenx ammo does reload brass but the cost far far exceeds what it would be if you reloaded yourself. Early on their prices were reasonable but not now. Also they have reduced the calibers they reload and I checked and your calibers are not included. Learning to reload is the way to go.

[Slamfire]

 Oh heck Pappy ,, all you need is a loading " buddy " to help you get started ,,, No ! ,, Wait their all right "HERE ".
Gett'n started ain't hard ,, it's the quit'n  that's hard. I would like to see you face after you load your  "FIRST " round ,, what a feeling .  " JUST DO IT" .


  smoke'm if y'a got'm ,, Hootmix .

[Pappy Hayes]

So what is the difference between Lee turret and the Lee breech lock challenge

[Major 2]

Lee Precision Breech lock Challenger Press is single stage D press ....each die is installed seperately
The Lee Turret uses a 4 die holder its more convenient you just rotate ( I perfer to do it manually )  


Starting out on a D press is fine once you set your lock rings on the dies , you just screw them in for each funtion.
Basic , simple and  probably what most started on and what many may still use and suggest.

I stared on a Lyman Spartan ( still use it with my universal flair die for my 30/40 Krag rounds )

I use a Lyman Turret II  for my Krag & my 8mm Label rifles

I use the Lee Classic Four Hole Turret and have extra die holders for various calibers dies...
That are set and a quick change to another caliber.

Others mileage may & will vary ... the above is just my operation.

[Sagebrush Burns]

I'd be talking to that friend - he is (hopefully) a readily available source of information and perhaps the tools you need.

[Major 2]

I'd be talking to that friend - he is (hopefully) a readily available source of information and perhaps the tools you need.

that is a very good idea 

[Roscoe]

So what is the difference between Lee turret and the Lee breech lock challenge

Mostly the output rate and that the turret is more suited to hand gun cartridges than rifle. The single stage Challenger can do it all but very deliberately, which is okay if you have the time and need an excuse to spend hours hiding in the shop.

[Bunk]

f you are loading smokeless powder before you get a press and get started make sure you get a good loading manual and follow the data as if you life depended on it because it does.

Loading information given you by your pal Joe Bagadonuts may be good so trust but verify . If you do get lee equipment the lee loading book is a wealth of information on Lee equipment and good data tables also.

Most gun shops have give away booklets of loading information from different powder manufactures, and they are free so add those to your library.

I hate to say this because it shows my age, but my loading library goes back to Phil Sharp and "The Complete Guide to Hand loading". Unfortunately out of print but full of interesting information about loading ammunition.  If you ever see a copy at a yard sale grab it and enjoy hours of reading/learning.
Good Luck
Bunk

[Professor Marvel]

Ah My Good Pappy -

If you are concerned about both cost and "will I keep doing this" ....

I like to suggest the Lee hand press. seen here for $40
https://ads.midwayusa.com/product/665540/lee-breech-lock-hand-press?utm_medium=shopping&utm_source=connexity&utm_campaign=Reloading+-+Metallic+Reloading+Presses&utm_content=665540

or this lee single stage for $42
https://www.cabelas.com/product/shooting/reloading/reloading-presses-press-kits/pc/104792580/c/104761080/sc/104516280/lee-precision-reloader-press/1317216.uts?slotId=18

It is simple, gets one going into pistol cartridges "for cheap" , and if/when you decide to go all in
you will almost certainly still use it for "on the range" or "quicky reloading chores" or as a cheap backup.

Oh, look , so does Sir Charles

Quote from: Sir Charles deMouton-Black on April 02, 2011, 10:07:12 am
You will get many suggestions on favorite brands (of reloading gear), but almost all sources will give you reasonably good results.  There are three levels of reloading set-ups;
1. VERY basic.  I base my portable set-up on the LEE handpress.  Alternative could be the Lyman 310 tong tool but these are hard to find and limited in that they  take their own series of dies.
2.  Single stage press.  Most beginners start here.  My RCBS press is  40 years old and still performing. They are capable of doing most anything, but can be slow and do require processing your loads in batches.  The advantage for a beginner is that you can see exactly what is going on, and correct any glitches before a dangerous situation developes.
3.  Progressive machines.  These are capable of producing amazing quantities of great ammo.  All are pricey, but some moreso.  You get what you pay for and some experience is desireable before deciding on a set-up.

also check out this link for resources
http://www.cascity.com/forumhall/index.php/topic,5589.0.html

when you have time, and your reading glasses, check out this giant wall-of-text, our "beginners guide"
  http://www.cascity.com/forumhall/index.php/topic,55347.0.html

yhs
prof marvel

[Roscoe]

There is another alternative to reloading, which is to shoot other guns that use ammo you can buy. That would not differ greatly in expense from a proper start with good reloading equipment and supplies.

[Roscoe]

Check with Georgia Arms for 44-40 with a brass trade-in deal.
http://www.georgia-arms.com/44-40-win-1/

Trade -in brass:
http://www.georgia-arms.com/sell-brass/