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Reloading start up
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10/03/14 01:17 AM
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pocred
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Hi guys, I have an old herters super model 3 press. I'm wanting to reload 9mm, for my pistol. What dies do I need. I have everything for reloading (this all was my fathers) he used to reload 308, 223. I know a little but need some help. Anything else I need? Thanks for any help.
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Re: Reloading start up
[Re: pocred]
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10/03/14 02:17 AM
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some manuals would be a good start
as far as dies just get a set of hornady, ribs, dies
should come with resize/deprimer, expander and seater
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/03/14 02:57 AM
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Most any Manuel will walk you through the process step by step.
�A hunt based only on the trophies taken falls far short of what the ultimate goal should be.� -Fred Bear
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/03/14 03:04 AM
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You will need a tumbler to clean your brass, and a scale to measure powder charges.
As for dies, Hornady, RCBS, Dillon
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/03/14 04:18 AM
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Most any Manuel will walk you through the process step by step. He will cut your grass too.
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/03/14 09:42 AM
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/03/14 10:38 AM
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What is "everything for reloading"? What do you have?
Agree on a couple of manuals. If I only got one, it would probably be the Lyman. Get someone to walk you through the steps.
Without a sense of urgency, nothing ever happens.
Boy, if I say "sic em", you'd better look for something to bite. Sam Shelley, Rancher Muleshoe Texas 1892-1985 RIP
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/03/14 01:25 PM
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Some of those old presses won't accept common loading dies. Before buying dies, I'd verify that standard dies will work with it.
"Arguing with you always makes me thirsty." -Augustus McRae
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/03/14 02:43 PM
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Some of those old presses won't accept common loading dies. Before buying dies, I'd verify that standard dies will work with it. Shell holders were sometimes a bit different also, might need an adapter to use normal shell holder.
Last edited by okie44; 10/03/14 02:44 PM. Reason: gummy headed
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/04/14 12:47 PM
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Most any Manuel will walk you through the process step by step. He will cut your grass too. I don't get it. What do you mean by this comment? What does it have to do with the topic?
�A hunt based only on the trophies taken falls far short of what the ultimate goal should be.� -Fred Bear
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/04/14 03:02 PM
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He was being funny. Manuel vs manual.
E = the Latino guy next door. A = the booklet in the box with your purchase.
Since the M was capitalized, it implied a name rather than an object.
Last edited by syncerus; 10/04/14 03:04 PM. Reason: capitalize
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/04/14 03:25 PM
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Manuel Mendoza does cut my yard.
Some dense folks on this board.
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/04/14 08:53 PM
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Ok thanks for clearing that up. Dang typos.
�A hunt based only on the trophies taken falls far short of what the ultimate goal should be.� -Fred Bear
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/05/14 01:16 PM
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I had and wish I still had a Herter's web C frame press. Used standard thread for mounting dies but only used their shell holders. Bought an adapter so could use RCBS holders.
Basic needs have been covered.
Manual - I like using an actual book so can mark pages etc. they have great info and pics of how to in the first section. DO NOT skip over this. I use 2-3 to cross check info.
Internet. I also look at web sites like Hodgdon. Or others by reputable commercial companies. Don't go near a YouTube how to by some goof ball drinking or smokin who knows what. I don't post powder loads I use. nor do I pay any attention to those found there without checking 2-3 of those manuals.
Equipment.
Press dies shell holders. Often a shell holder will work for multiple calibers like 45ACP, .243, .308, .30-06 and more.
Primer Seating tool. Some presses come w this. I use a separate seating tool.
Scale. I still use a balance beam others like digital but you need one and be sure it is calibrated. Along with a scale I use a trickle charger. You can splurge later on a digital combo of scale trickle charger.
Others. Loading block, funnel, calipers, case cleaning, primer pocket cleaning, case lube (buy carbide dies for pistol calibers to avoid lube step).
Don't rush when buying stuff. Find someone w experience and see what they use ask why. Saves $ for components.
Don't rush when loading. And no distractions - football game on TV, phone, visitors, none. You are messing with a lot of pressure and using the wrong data or powder can cause a catastrophic failure, injury or worse. It's a great hobby and safe when you follow the rules.
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/06/14 04:16 PM
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Manuel Mendoza does cut my yard.
Some dense folks on this board. Speaking of dense, took you over 160 post to figure that out ?? Sorry, couldn't resist. Have a great day.
The Greatest Enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge.--Stephen Hawking
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Re: Reloading start up
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10/06/14 04:20 PM
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If you come across a good buy on a used bullet puller go ahead and buy it. Chances are you will have use for it sooner or later. Maybe you will never make a mistake, but you might want to salvage some bullets or brass.
The Greatest Enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge.--Stephen Hawking
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