Reloading Equipment List (For the Beginner)

[WASSMAN]

Hello and welcome to the reloading world.
I have seen many threads concerning what equipment is needed to start reloading. So I put this list together so the beginner has a idea what equipment is needed. These are generic suggestions, but each item has a needed process for reloading metallic rounds.

This list is not a suggested kit since each person prefers different styles, manufactures, and personal preference.

Also all these links are from Midway USA only, you might be able to find them cheaper elsewhere. I just wanted to keep it easy for me and searched one site. Most of the links are RCBS just to keep it uniform, I am not saying RCBS is the best. What I am saying is do your research and figure out what works best for you and fits your budget.

But please ask questions about a specific item you are looking to get since there is a wealth of knowledge on this forum. Most members don't like to answer wide questions like "what equipment do I need to get started?". I don't feel like doing the research multiple times, but I will be more than happy to give my suggestions on a specific item or component, as would most members here would do the same.

I did not list any pre-assembled kits because each kit has it's pro's and con's. So assembling your own kit ensures the best bang for your buck and still retain ease of use, durability, and accuracy. So do your research for each component of the custom kit and ask questions in the form of another thread about specific components.

For the experienced members who have suggestions about this list please add your comments and I will add them, but please include links.

1) Presses (Choose One Type)
Single Stage
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/403...le-stage-press
Turret
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/264...s-turret-press
Progressive
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/390...gressive-press

2) Powder Scales (Choose One Type Electronic or Mechanical)
Use to verify scale accuracy or as we call "sanity check"
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/493...hts-605-grains
Electronic
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/869...scale-110-volt
Beam Type AKA Mechanical
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/605...grain-capacity

3) Powder Dispensers / Stand
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/752...ndard-cylinder
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/125...-measure-stand
or super cheap alternative
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/943...er-measure-kit
too fine tune charge
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/169...der-trickler-2

4) Case Trimmer
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/315...se-trimmer-kit

5) Case Tumbler / Media (there are many types and styles, this is just a generic selection)
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/103...mbler-110-volt
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/413...-corn-cob-4-lb

6) Books
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/217...nual-softcover
http://www.amazon.com/The-ABCs-Of-Re.../dp/1440213968

7) Dies / Shell holders (6.8 only listed, if multiple calibers more dies and shell holders needed)
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/718...-remington-spc
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/168...-remington-spc
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/369..._vc=S014167065
Optional but cheap insurance (broken decapping pin in sizing die)
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/540...-decapping-die

8) Case Lube Items
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/672...-case-lube-kit
or
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/204...lube-8-oz-pump

9) Measuring
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/630...tainless-steel
Headspace Measuring (choose one, a must for shouldered cases)
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/479...ith-comparator
or
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/940...-remington-spc (6.8 SPC Specific)

10) Primer seating (Choose One Style)
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/329...d-priming-tool
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/416...m-priming-unit If choosing this style you will also need http://www.midwayusa.com/product/466...r-turning-tray

11) Bullet Pullers (Two styles choose one)
Press Mounted (Different collets needed for different calibers)
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/680...-bullet-puller
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/436...r-270-diameter (6.8 SPC Specific)
Hand Held
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/685...let-puller-kit

12) Misc. Accessories
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/857...-plastic-green
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/328...-to-45-caliber
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/244...et-brush-combo
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/465...-to-60-caliber
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/212...-round-plastic


13) Finally you will need Brass, Powder, Primers, and Bullets to finish it off.

Remember Reloading is a hobby and if you get into it you will never stop buying upgraded equipment. There is alot of cool stuff out there it just depends how deep your wallet is.

Good Luck with Your Custom Kit and above all BE SAFE

[Lunk]

Great list. Thank you for putting it together.

If you don't mind, I'd like to add an item for those that don't like/care to use the standard powder measure. And are trying to get started with as little cash out of pocket as possible. These work great for my needs and are inexpensive.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/943...er-measure-kit

[rlandrum]

This is a really great list. I'm not big on overspending for stuff, so I went with the Frankford Arsenal Digital Scale. I tested it, and it was within .1 grains of all the weights I tested (5, 10, and 20 grain). And at under $30, was a little easier to use than the beam that came with my RCBS kit (which really needs a workbench bolted to the floor to be accurate). The FFA scale is battery powered (AAAs), so there's no worrying about interference from other items on the same circuit (like florescent lights).

[baldy220]

i would also add a powder trickler

http://www.midwayusa.com/find?&sortb...ensionid=15184

[sgedicks]

A couple recent edition reloading manuals and the ABCs of Reloading if you don't already have 'em. I'm only a few months ahead of you on this - learning as I go, and this forum has been a big help.

[68WJ]

At least give me a Midway coupon while you are at it!

Good list that others can add to with their personal picks. Stickied...

[WASSMAN]

Thanks for the sticky 68WJ.
I spent a few hours putting this list together, so it is nice to see my labor has not gone unnoticed.

baldy220's suggestion have been added. I can't believe I forgot the trickler. Thanks for looking out.

Lunk's suggestion is also added. I never thought about using those as a alternative. Good idea for the reloader with a limited budget.

rlandrum if it works for you and your getting the results you are looking for then great. This is the reason I mentioned the list isn't a suggested kit, it is just a list of items that will be needed to produce a reliable, accurate, and SAFE round. I personally went down the cheap scale road and man it was a bumpie one, so I dropped the cash and never looked back.

sgedicks I did put down the Lyman load book and the ABC's to reloading. It is #6

[alphasig]

Great List, this will help

[chrisw]

Is there any kits that include most of this?

[jephthai]

For case lube, i like the spray option. No dented shoulders, and less goopy. Maybe this one?

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/204...lube-8-oz-pump

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