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I would like to start reloading, I have no previous experience.
I would love if someone could recommend a decent book to get me started. The .204 will be my only reload right now so I would like a current book, if one exists.
I don't know how to word my question, but I am after more of a book on the basics opposed to actually instructions.
Thanks!
David

David: Any of the reloading manuals from Nosler, Hornady, Sierra, etc. not only have the actual instructions, but all explain the basics of the endeavor as you are seeking; the 'why's' and such.

After you gain experience, you'll find more than just one manual on your shelf....I have all of them, and cross-reference loads for various calibers all the time. A good library of reloading manuals just 'happens' after you've been at it for a while.

At present, any of the three mentioned above should suit you well. If possible, go to a store and browse through them and see which one suits your individual tastes. You'll own them all eventually, but pick one to get started that seems "right" for you now.

That guy from Oregon always gives good advice, so I won't repeat it Speer's book is great for getting the basics down, their photography (and lots of it) is very good. Hornady's newest has .204 data in it, and would also be a good one, but Speer's has a bit more detail, i think.

Also, a similiar post was made just this week in the " General Reloading" section, it may also have relevant information.

That guy from Oregon does prove his signature is not a fallacy from time to time doesn't he

glenn & jo191145: Thanks, but I never considered my signature applied specifically to me....our west side of the state is rife with "greenie-liberal-tree & bunny-huggers", and our east side of the Cascades is much more rural and "country-like", with most guys into hunting, fishing, camping and the like. Hence my signature...... but thanks nonetheless!

(I should have also mentioned the Speer manual.....have it too, and as Glenn says, it's a good one.)

The shop I went to today had no books left, however, they had a beginners reloading kit, Horandy name, it included a book.
Is there a "kit" anyone cares to recommend?

Pydpiper wrote:The shop I went to today had no books left, however, they had a beginners reloading kit, Horandy name, it included a book.
Is there a "kit" anyone cares to recommend?

Here's a book that can help. Reloading isn't rocket science. Its a fun hobby that allows you to shoot alot more for the money.
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.e ... mid=484416
And here's a kit that can produce some very nice ammo. You will still need a set of dies. I would also add a powder trickler and calipers. Have fun. Dave
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpage.e ... mid=121744

www.woodchuckden.com

He has a manual called "The Terrific Twenties" It is dedicated to the various twenty caliber rounds.

Yes that guy from Oregon, always gives Great advice,so does Silverfox,and also Skipper but I haven't see much of Skipper lately.