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From: Graham TX
I reload so I really don't care about cost of ammo, its not much more to reload 500 vs 44 mag. Ballistics on the 500 are so much superior its not even funny.
Oh.... and for those looking to start reloading, the RCBS rock crusher kit is awesome. Trust me and pay the extra for the kit with the digital powder dispenser and scale. It cuts the reload time in half.
Added bonus of reloading, more consistent loads means greater accuracy. Of course you have to experiment a little to find what works best for your weapon. For example, the powder and bullet combo I use in my 25-06 is most accurate 1.5 grains below max. I go to max load and the groups start to spread. But there is plenty of info out there to help you along the way.
Oh.... and for those looking to start reloading, the RCBS rock crusher kit is awesome. Trust me and pay the extra for the kit with the digital powder dispenser and scale. It cuts the reload time in half.
Added bonus of reloading, more consistent loads means greater accuracy. Of course you have to experiment a little to find what works best for your weapon. For example, the powder and bullet combo I use in my 25-06 is most accurate 1.5 grains below max. I go to max load and the groups start to spread. But there is plenty of info out there to help you along the way.
Puts the rock crusher to shame, its on the same level as dillion presses for a lot less $. It makes reloading not so much of a chore, and you can turn out ammo at an incredible rate safely once you get use to it.
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From: Concord NC
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From: Off the Road, Alaska
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpag...228&t=11082005
Puts the rock crusher to shame, its on the same level as dillion presses for a lot less $. It makes reloading not so much of a chore, and you can turn out ammo at an incredible rate safely once you get use to it.
Puts the rock crusher to shame, its on the same level as dillion presses for a lot less $. It makes reloading not so much of a chore, and you can turn out ammo at an incredible rate safely once you get use to it.
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What's wrong with that?
At least it will drop it so fast that you wont even have to walk from where it was when you shot it to pick it up
Although there may be a bit of a hole in the side of it
At least it will drop it so fast that you wont even have to walk from where it was when you shot it to pick it up Although there may be a bit of a hole in the side of it
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From: Bismarck, ND
http://www.midwayusa.com/eproductpag...228&t=11082005
Puts the rock crusher to shame, its on the same level as dillion presses for a lot less $. It makes reloading not so much of a chore, and you can turn out ammo at an incredible rate safely once you get use to it.
Puts the rock crusher to shame, its on the same level as dillion presses for a lot less $. It makes reloading not so much of a chore, and you can turn out ammo at an incredible rate safely once you get use to it.
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From: Graham TX
I still prefer the RCBS for a couple reasons. First is the RCBS accessories are much easier to come by, most stores where I've lived only have a few dies from other manufacturers. And I like to keep everything by the same manufacturer. Secondly, I don't trust the auto powder dispenser from any manufacturer. With the electronic dispensers with built in scale, you still are measuring each and every powder load. But to each his own I guess.
Oh and if you look around that press can be bough for about 325$
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For reloading, RCBS is nice, but I will take a Dillon any day of the week over all others. Excellent progressive reloader and excellent service if you have any problems. Specifically, what I have is the RL550B.
www.dillonprecision.com
www.dillonprecision.com
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From: Graham TX
For reloading, RCBS is nice, but I will take a Dillon any day of the week over all others. Excellent progressive reloader and excellent service if you have any problems. Specifically, what I have is the RL550B.
www.dillonprecision.com
www.dillonprecision.com
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From: Mount Airy,MD
Honestly, I have had mine for 20+ years and see no reason to go with anything else. Still works like new after thousands of rounds.
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From: VA
http://www.marlinowners.com/forums/index.php
1894 forum
http://www.marlinowners.com/forums/i...oard,32.0.html
I'd go with an 1894 in 44 mag. I'd love a handy rifle or carbine in .500 but man is it $!
1894 forum
http://www.marlinowners.com/forums/i...oard,32.0.html
I'd go with an 1894 in 44 mag. I'd love a handy rifle or carbine in .500 but man is it $!