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Old 06-09-2005, 12:53 AM
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Wanted - Reloading Press or advice.

I am looking for a reloading press for my 30.06 and 44-40.
I have the dies, but borrowing a press is a pain. Which brands do you recommend, and which are adequate and cost effective?
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Old 06-09-2005, 08:03 AM
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I use an RCBS Rockchucker and it more than does what I need it too. I know that they're more expensive than some of the others. A few friends of mine use Lee presses and haven't had any issues. It's just whatever you want to spend, and how much use it'll get.

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Old 06-09-2005, 10:21 AM
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I'll second the RCBS press, probably the best buck for the money.

I have a Lyman that I picked up used, it works great, but its not as strong as some of the others.

We broke the handle on it, and had thought of getting a dillion.
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Old 06-09-2005, 10:27 AM
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I use a Rock Chucker for everything from 223 to 338RUM in rifle and 40 S&W and 44 Mag in pistol. I've no complaints and is easy to use as a base to build your reloading set up.
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Old 06-09-2005, 03:25 PM
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The Rock Chucker is hard to beat, but any press that is as heavily made as the Rock Chucker will do as well. The main thing is to get a good heavy press. Do not but anything that`s made by Lee if your going to do much reloading, it`s not heavy enough and wont hold up, especially under heavy use.
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Old 06-12-2005, 03:56 PM
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Arrow reoading press

Buy a Lee Loading press They are reliable, strong and inexpencive.
Try Midwayusa
www.midwayusa.com $65.00
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Natchez Shooters Supply
www.natchezss.com Under 70.00 for a Lee anniversary kit.
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Old 08-14-2005, 11:07 AM
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I have to definately agree on the rockchucker. It is super solid, smooth action. You can tell it is built to last a lon time. I have also found that the lever action on it seems more centered than some others. I got a rockchucker supreme at http://www.huntersdiscount.com/pressesandkits1.html
Best price I had found on it.
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Old 08-14-2005, 02:09 PM
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Thanks for the info guys.

I found a Lee Turret press locally for a steal. I am sure it will suffice until I decide if reloading is for me. I will keep a lookout for a Rockchucker at garage sales etc.

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