what all else do I need to reload .223? like die sets, trimmers, length measurers, (besides primer/powder &amp; I can hand wash the casings)
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You need .223 trimmer. You can get the lee one, it's a little rod that goes through the brass case that is measure to trim it universally to the right demensions. It's cheap and works well for casual reloading. Without a doubt a .223 case gauge and calipers. The case gauge is used to quickly check a resized case to see if it head space is good and whether the case needs to be trimmed. You can just take a quick look at a case in the gauge and then if it look like it's too long then trim it. It really speeds up the process. I don't know about hand washing cases. I would spend 40 bucks get a Frankfort tumbler and use some crush walnut shells and tumble your brass in there, so easy. Toss them in there let the tumbler run for some hours and they are clean. Lastly you need to lube your cases before you resize. Don't waste your time with the lube you need to run onto each case. Get hornady one shot spray lube. It comes in a aerosol can. What you do it place all your cases you are going to load in your one sitting (or however you prefer to reload) stand them each up on their base so the case mouth is pointing up. Spray the lube on an angle in each direction quickly and also into the sizing die. You will be all set. A lot quicker and less dirty. Trust me get that lube. As for dies. Get the lee .223 pacesetter die set. And you will also need a rifle charging die. It universal rifle charging die. And I believe the lee turret press come with an auto disk riser. But you need a riser for the charging die because the powder hoper will hit the primer feed. Get CCI small rifle primers and I use CFE-223 powder. And 55grain bullet fmj. I just reload for plinking so I don't care about accuracy. But everyone is different.
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First thing first is you will need a lee bulge buster to clean up the glocked up brass (bulge at the bottom of the cartridge from a non supposed barrel like a glock) then check the powder manufacturers Web site for load data and start with the light load first that is the best thing to do for the first round of reloads if everything comes out good then move up from there p.s. you should never use someone's recipe for reloads always use your manual or manufacturer load data there easy to get on there Web site's and have done all of the test
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Yes, you can load pretty much any round you want. You just need to buy the dies for the different calibers. I load .45, .223, 303 british, .243, and 30.06.
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I don't know about the RCBS Supreme Auto Primer but I do know that yes that depending on the dies you can resize .223 and .308. Which I will be doing myself
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My rifles came from Walmart shipped directly to my home. No cosmoline on either, just a very light coating of gun oil. Don't use copper brushes just a good stiff synthetic. Make sure you get all of the lubricant out of the tube. If not you are going to be surprised with the bang you will get. I did not clean my .177 as thoroughly as I should have and the first pellet sounded like a ma duce going off.Keep them all in the X ring.Semper FiMolon LabeCHS USMCL
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I load 9MM, 40S&W, 308 Win, 270 Win, 30-06 Springfield, and 35 Rem. I plan on loading 45 ACP and 357 Mag when I get the dies. You're only limited by imagination, and of course dies and brass. The Lee Classic Turret Press serves me perfectly. Good luck...
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With this kit it is best to purchase: Lee pistol die set (9mm/.45) .You will need an extra 4 hole turret becuase once you get your dies set just right for one caliber you can simply change out the whole turret instead of each die and having to reset them.Of course primers, bullets, brass and powders.( Bullseye is best for the .45 powder. Unique and win231 will also do well)A nice scale to measure your loads.Lyman reloading manual.And lastly.. digital caliper to measure your over all lenghth of the round. Good luck to ya sir.
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I would recommend lubing 308 casings and not so much with the 9mm as they are so small. If the 308s have been through a tumbler for polishing and there is still wax on them, the wax will work as a lubricant and wont need additional lube if you are not producing match grade ammo. I would not recommend substituting as this would not be safe for the reloader or the press . Hope this helps Shawn
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This is just the machine. You will need a caliber conversion kit and set of dies for the caliber you intend to load. The machine does include a Powder Die that holds a powder funnel. The powder funnel is part of the caliber conversion kit that is purchased separately.
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Lee precision pacesetter .223 dies will do you a good job. Keep in mind you will need Lee Precision Breech lock bushings for any dies you plan to use.
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You can use any die set for .223. Usually they come with sizing die, bullet feed die, powder through die.. And get a factory crimp die.. The Lee .223 set is the best deal for the money..here the description:Lee Precision 223 Pacesetter 3-Die Set includes Full Length Sizing Die, Bullet Seating Die, Factory Crimp Die, Universal Shell Holder, Powder Dipper and Instructions with Load Data. $31.00
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My rifles came from Walmart shipped directly to my home. No cosmoline on either, just a very light coating of gun oil. Don't use copper brushes just a good stiff synthetic. Make sure you get all of the lubricant out of the tube. If not you are going to be surprised with the bang you will get. I did not clean my .177 as thoroughly as I should have and the first pellet sounded like a ma duce going off. Keep them all in the X ring. Semper Fi Molon Labe CHS USMCL
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Yes very well, my only suggestion would be to buy a better scale then the one that comes with this kit, I have loaded everything from .223 up to 45/70 with no issues what so ever.
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3 die set comes with it. Depriming/resizing, expander and seating/ crimp die. It does come with powder measure. Everything you need to start loading 9mm. I would suggest buying bullet collater ( which goes on top of rubes that hold empty shells for $11. Makes life a lot easier. Go to loadmastervideos.Com and there is a site dedicated to working and setting up this press. I have loaded about 12000 rounds in the last year since I bought this. There are much better machines out there but they wI'll cost 3-4 times this one. I can load easily 400-500 rounds an hour if I go fast but take your time and you will still load at least 300 an hour. Any questions let me know 3 die set comes with it. Depriming/resizing, expander and seating/ crimp die. It does come with powder measure. Everything you need to start loading 9mm. I would suggest buying bullet collater ( which goes on top of rubes that hold empty shells for $11. Makes life a lot easier. Go to loadmastervideos.Com and there is a site dedicated to working and setting up this press. I have loaded about 12000 rounds in the last year since I bought this. There are much better machines out there but they wI'll cost 3-4 times this one. I can load easily 400-500 rounds an hour if I go fast but take your... » Read More 3 die set comes with it. Depriming/resizing, expander and seating/ crimp die. It does come with powder measure. Everything you need to start loading 9mm. I would suggest buying bullet collater ( which goes on top of rubes that hold empty shells for $11. Makes life a lot easier. Go to loadmastervideos.Com and there is a site dedicated to working and setting up this press. I have loaded about 12000 rounds in the last year since I bought this. There are much better machines out there but they wI'll cost 3-4 times this one. I can load easily 400-500 rounds an hour if I go fast but take your time and you will still load at least 300 an hour. Any questions let me know « Show Less
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See previous answer, however if you have older dies be sure to get the small ones for 223/5.56.
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It is only a part of a reloading set-up. You need a reloading press and several other things, not to mention primers and powder and bullets. You need to find someone familiar with guns and reloading.
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It comes with the press, powder measure, one plastic tub that fits on the side for the bullets to fall into. Two primer feed tubes one small, and one large are included also. A small and large cylinder is included for the powder measure one for pistol cases and one for rifle cases. It is mainly just the press and powder measure with the tools to reprime cases. The dies, shell plates, and shell holders for each individual type of bullet are purchased separately. Some types of cases use the same shell holder and shell plate. The 380 auto and 223 REM uses a #16 plate and holder while the 243, 308, 270, and 30-06 use a #1 plate and holder. I wish every thing would come as a kit with maybe five sets of dies for the common calibers, it would make things a lot easier for the reloader. It would cost more, but you would have everything at one time. I am waiting on dies now that were on back order. The press works great though. My Dad and I like how easy and fun it is to use. It is easy to add a bullet, and case feeder onto later if you want one.