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Cheapest way to start reloading for my .204 ruger
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Cheapest way to start reloading for my .204 ruger
Hey guys, i want to start reloading my 204! I have never reloaded and i want to get my gun to shoot better! Whats the cheapest way to start reloading from scratch? I have nothing! What all do i need? Do you need to be good at math? thanks for any info! ![Very Happy :D](./images/smilies/icon_biggrin.gif)
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Re: Cheapest way to start reloading for my .204 ruger
Here you go. This really is a very good kit. After you buy the kit you will still need dies and maybe a 204 specific powder funnel.
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.e ... t=11082005
And here's an on-line tutorial for beginners
http://www.reloadbench.com/gloss/guide.html
After that a manual with reloading data. BEWARE-reloading is addicting
Dave
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.e ... t=11082005
And here's an on-line tutorial for beginners
http://www.reloadbench.com/gloss/guide.html
After that a manual with reloading data. BEWARE-reloading is addicting
Dave
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Re: Cheapest way to start reloading for my .204 ruger
The VERY first thing to buy, is a couple of loading manuals, books that explain the mechanics and theory of handloading, I'd suggest the Hornady and Speer manuals for their easy-to-read qualities and easy to comprehend writing and illustrations.
After you read up on the mechanics and wherefores and whereas's, read it again, it will help you decide how much of which equipment you'll want to buy. You can get the basic mechanical equipment for around $100, or spring for more long term satisfaction with better quality stuff for $300 or so, OR, the sky's the limit. The basics are pretty simple, the nicer equipment can offer more convenience and time-saving devices. That will be your choice, AFTER you've gotten your feet wet, so to speak.
But first, get the manuals and read them, and always think safety.
After you read up on the mechanics and wherefores and whereas's, read it again, it will help you decide how much of which equipment you'll want to buy. You can get the basic mechanical equipment for around $100, or spring for more long term satisfaction with better quality stuff for $300 or so, OR, the sky's the limit. The basics are pretty simple, the nicer equipment can offer more convenience and time-saving devices. That will be your choice, AFTER you've gotten your feet wet, so to speak.
But first, get the manuals and read them, and always think safety.
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Re: Cheapest way to start reloading for my .204 ruger
I like the Nosler manuals. They are very informative and fun to read.
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Re: Cheapest way to start reloading for my .204 ruger
I am a new reloader and I am loading for a 204. I purchased the Lee Breech Lock Challenger Reloading Kit, but you will need additional things to go along with it.
Lee Breech Lock Challenger Reloading Kit
Dies
Case trimmer with pilot (the one that comes with the lee kit will not trim 204 cases)
Powder funnel (the one that comes with the lee kit will not work with 204 cases)
Bullet puller
Reloading manuals
Loading blocks
Powder trickler
Calipers
I also purchased a tumbler, a new scale (Dillon Eliminator beam scale), and some Hornady One Shot Case Lube.
Lee Breech Lock Challenger Reloading Kit
Dies
Case trimmer with pilot (the one that comes with the lee kit will not trim 204 cases)
Powder funnel (the one that comes with the lee kit will not work with 204 cases)
Bullet puller
Reloading manuals
Loading blocks
Powder trickler
Calipers
I also purchased a tumbler, a new scale (Dillon Eliminator beam scale), and some Hornady One Shot Case Lube.