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Reloading 101: Selecting A Reloading Press (Part 2 – Reloading Profiles)

Press Choices

January 30, 2017 by AussieWombat Leave a Comment

In my last article, I provided a summary of what I personally see as the strengths and weaknesses of each type of reloading press. In this article, I’ll identify a number of reloading profiles and suggest a solution for each one. As you’d expect, the possible variations in reloading profiles for different shooters are as varied as the firearms they own, what that are used for and how much each is shot. These profiles are just a few which came to mind and cover a broad range of potential solutions. I’m sure this will raise more than a few contrary views, which is fine and will surely add to everyone’s different thoughts about this tricky issue. If submitting comments, please explain your rationale so it can become part of the discussion.

Reloading Profile #1

Cartridge type : single caliber (rifle or pistol). Reloading volume : <200 rounds every month. Suggested tools:

  • Single Stage Press.
  • Hand held primer punch.

Reloading Profile #2

 Cartridge type : mixed pistol/rifle. Reloading volume : <200 rounds every month. Suggested tools:

  • Turret Press (ideally with one interchangeable turret per caliber).
  • Hand held primer punch.

Reloading Profile #3  Cartridge type : single caliber pistol only. Reloading volume : 200-500 rounds every month. Suggested tools:

  • 4 or 5 stage Progressive Press.
  • Inbuilt primer feeder/punch.

 Reloading Profile #4  Cartridge type : multiple caliber pistol. Reloading volume : 200-500 rounds every month. Suggested tools:

  • 4 or 5 stage Progressive Press (one tool head for each caliber)
  • Inbuilt primer feeder/punch.

 Reloading Profile #5  Cartridge type : multiple caliber pistol. Reloading volume : >500 rounds every month. Suggested tools:

  • 4 or 5 stage Progressive Press (one tool head for each caliber)
  • Inbuilt primer feeder/punch.
  • Inbuilt case feeder.
  • Automatic primer filler.

 Reloading Profile #6  Cartridge type : rifle calibers reusing military brass. Reloading volume : >500 rounds every month. Suggested tools:

  • >6 stage Progressive Press
  • Inbuilt primer feeder/punch.
  • Inbuilt case feeder.
  • Inbuilt primer pocket swage tool and case trimmer tools.
  • Automatic primer filler.

 Next Articles Having now dealt with the issue of selecting a press, in the next articles I’d like to address the subject of load development, starting with the selection of projectiles. Featured images courtesy of www.redding-reloading.com, www.leeprecision.com and www.dillonprecision.com

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