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[Nofudd]

You can adapt the Hornady Lock-N-Load bushing system for the Redding Big Boss II if the couple of seconds it takes to change dies is a big concern.

A powder dispenser system doesn't enhance precision, but can speed up your process. In fact, you may be more precise with the beam scale.

For me, I'm always looking for a way to shave time off my loading process. I use a Super Trickler at the moment, and it can have a charge ready for me before I'm finished seating a bullet in the previously charged case.

What sort of trimming setup are you using? That may be your biggest block of time to save money, likely much more than the time it takes to screw dies in and out.

Wilson, not sure about time savings because I really just step load. I may only load <100 at a time. I had a dillion 650 and sold it because it was definitely more than i needed. Also had a autotrickler at one time but never really loaded to volume that i could justify it and sold it. I had a hornady auto charge(wrapped out) that i would drop light than trickle/tweezer up. With the harrells I can dump the powder in containers and then trickle/tweezer up. I use redding dies for 223 and forester for and hornady dies for 6.5creed. And use lee dies for pistol.

 

[drop_point]

If you're satisfied with the time you spend, I certainly wouldn't spend money on a new powder dispenser. It isn't going to improve quality, especially over the lab-grade scales you got rid of.

If time isn't a concern, the turret press won't offer you any benefit.

 

[Nofudd]

If you're satisfied with the time you spend, I certainly wouldn't spend money on a new powder dispenser. It isn't going to improve quality, especially over the lab-grade scales you got rid of.

If time isn't a concern, the turret press won't offer you any benefit.

The turret was just to take the variable of me screwing the dies in consistently. Unfortunately I'm one of those people that will drop kernels into the pan with tweezers even if it takes forever to get 20 loads dropped because...... reloading is very strange with me because I enjoy creating the "perfect" load/ putting the"perfect" bullets together more than shooting them.

 

[SeabeeKen]

It's not the act of changing them I guess it's feeling like it's not exactly the same as when you set it up. Yes I use the lock rings. I guess it's just trying to eliminate a variable. That's all. Was thinking also about getting a forster co ax. N

What variable? Once my dies are set and the lock ring tightened, they dont change. I Have a Redding BB2 and forster coax presses. I did a test a few years ago where I used the same dies set for the same headspace measurement on both presses and used the same load and rifles. I found that the coax did not load ammunition any more accurate than my BB2 press. As time has gone on, I find myself using the reading more than the coax and my coax is now for sale locally. As some of the guys have mentioned, why not just install and use the lock and load bushings for the speed of changing dies. You can buy a lot of them for the price of a coax

 

[Nofudd]

What variable? Once my dies are set and the lock ring tightened, they dont change. I Have a Redding BB2 and forster coax presses. I did a test a few years ago where I used the same dies set for the same headspace measurement on both presses and used the same load and rifles. I found that the coax did not load ammunition any more accurate than my BB2 press. As time has gone on, I find myself using the reading more than the coax and my coax is now for sale locally. As some of the guys have mentioned, why not just install and use the lock and load bushings for the speed of changing dies. You can buy a lot of them for the price of a coax

I had one where lock ring was loose (I've ordered new rings) but just "me" maybe not screwing changing them properly.

 

[Nofudd]

This is why support groups, I mean forums are great.

 

[SeabeeKen]

I had one where lock ring was loose (I've ordered new rings) but just "me" maybe not screwing changing them properly.

Interesting you bring that up. A few minutes ago I ordered some Lee ultimate lock rings for a couple dies that like to work loose. I've had no issues when using these rings

 

[ebb]

You have quality equipment and sound practices, I use a chargemaster for convenience, but what you do is more accurate than the chargemaster. If you just have to spend some money get a new match master, but it looks like you have all you need to make good ammo why mess with it. One day my chargemaster will die and I will go back to doing what I did before the chargemaster, just exactly what you are doing now. A tuned scale would be a good thing!

 

[Uncle Bruce]

I'm not sure it's a redding big boss2. I know the bushing comes out because I over tightend a die and it came ot with die .

How did you get the die so tight that the bushing came out?

 

[BoydAllen]

Which would you consider more valuable to produce quality reloads. A new press or new powder dispenser.
I have a harrells premium powder measure and rcbs beam scale( drop light a trickle)along with a lee single stage(depriming) and a redding single stage. I'm kinda tired of changing out dies so thinking about a redding t7 or an rcbs chargemaster supreme. Only reason I am interested in new powder dispenser is because of the "crunch " with the harrells.

If your Redding is a model that will take it, your die changes will be much improved with a lock n load conversion. A friend 3D prints a gizmo that lets you drop powder directly into your scale's pan, while it is on the scale, which should speed things up a bit. The one in the video is a Lyman 55, but if you message him, he can make you one for your Harrell's.

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[JSH]

At this point in this thread, I am ????
A kernel at a time, you better have a lab grade scale. Maybe the one kernel at a time is burning up the time you speak of.
What are your numbers over the chrono to enforce the idea of counting kernels?
I dont know about today, but years past a lot of shooters went as much by case volume than by weight.
I mentioned the Wilson dies for pretty much absolute, as close to perfect, loads, but “time” came back into play.
Cranking dies down to the point of the insert coming out of the press with the die. Have you seen/read any of the articles and input from some top shooters in the country on “floating”?
I know it will take a lot of “time” but scrolling back through the daily bulletin will gleen a huge amount of useful information.
Not trying to be negative here at all.
I think you may want to step back and have a hard look at your process. And then do some studying.

 

[Lefty2506]

I load all of my single stage stuff on a Rock Chucker that I bought new back in the 90s. Early on, I bought the Hornady Lock-N-Load adapter for it, and I'm extremely glad that I did. I've always bought the bushings in 10 packs, and I put an index mark on the bushing and die once I have it set up so that I always put the die/bushing into the press the same way. Super fast, super easy.

 

[TrapperBR549]

Do you have a chronograph? If not that would be my choice.

 

[Nofudd]

How did you get the die so tight that the bushing came out?

I had I tight then I "tightened" the lock ring. Had to use channel locks to get it out. It's fine now, learned my "lesson "

 

[Nofudd]

Do you have a chronograph? If not that would be my choice.

Yes magnetospeed

 

[CaptJim]

Which would you consider more valuable to produce quality reloads. A new press or new powder dispenser.
I have a harrells premium powder measure and rcbs beam scale( drop light a trickle)along with a lee single stage(depriming) and a redding single stage. I'm kinda tired of changing out dies so thinking about a redding t7 or an rcbs chargemaster supreme. Only reason I am interested in new powder dispenser is because of the "crunch " with the harrells.

Hornady sells a bushing kit to install in a single stage press so you can use the Lock N Load bushings. A great time saver.

Hornady Lock-N-Load Press Die Conversion Bushing Kit

The Hornady Lock-N-Load Press and Die Conversion Bushing Kit is a great accessory for your reloading press. Simply insert the Lock-N-Load conversion...

www.midwayusa.com

 

[Tesoro]

Which would you consider more valuable to produce quality reloads. A new press or new powder dispenser.
I have a harrells premium powder measure and rcbs beam scale( drop light a trickle)along with a lee single stage(depriming) and a redding single stage. I'm kinda tired of changing out dies so thinking about a redding t7 or an rcbs chargemaster supreme. Only reason I am interested in new powder dispenser is because of the "crunch " with the harrells.

If you dont want to cut logs with your Harrels then try a $26 Lee perfect powder measure for those powders and no more crunch. Keep the nice Harrels for sphericals.

 

[K22]

The turret was just to take the variable of me screwing the dies in consistently. Unfortunately I'm one of those people that will drop kernels into the pan with tweezers even if it takes forever to get 20 loads dropped because...... reloading is very strange with me because I enjoy creating the "perfect" load/ putting the"perfect" bullets together more than shooting them.

I give thanks that I am not afflicted with that condition, i.e., enjoying reloading more than shooting. You have my profound sympathy.

 

[K22]

Which would you consider more valuable to produce quality reloads.

I guess this depends on one's definition of "quality reloads." I believe that if used properly, most presses and dies today are of sufficient quality to produce high quality reloads which for me means accurate enough for my purposes and just as important, reliable and safe. However, I never strive for "perfect" reloads whatever that means.

In my experience, it's the components you select and the care one takes in the reloading process that makes the difference. I learned a long time ago, not to reload when I was constrained by time since this invariably results in mistakes. Also, high volume reloading in one sitting doesn't work for me since fatigue and lack of attention to detail starts to set in. Then things start to go sideways.

I use standard RCBS dies, an RCBS powder measure, a Lyman scale and trickle in charges. I load about 40 rifle or 50 pistol cartridges in one sitting. I use a bump gauge and caliper to verify my F/L sizing and make simple / efficient adjustments with Skip Shims. My process is simple, efficient, and effective without all the "bells and whistles."

I also learned a long time ago within reason, the most significant barrier to accurate shooting is the shooter.

 

[Tesoro]

I also learned a long time ago within reason, the most significant barrier to accurate shooting is the shooter.

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