Dillon Parts or InlineFab?

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Bosn Ski

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I will be taking the plunge next month and moving over to Dillon and purchasing a 750.

As I am putting my list together for accessories, i.e. extra priming tubes, 9mm carbide dies, and I am leaning towards the RCBS lock out die. But I came to an impasse...

Which bullet 'holding device' should I purchase? Why?
The Dillon Aluminum Bullet Tray
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The Inline Fabrication Double Bullet Tray that swings out of the way?

I already have an Inline Micro Ultramount. I plan on purchasing the Quick Change adapter plate to mount the new Dillon (as I am already invested in that system.) I will have to purchase an bracket from inline to use the Dillon Aluminum Tray.

For a case feeder I am going to go with the Mini Case Feeder from DAA. I just can't justify the extra money for the electric feeder. My loading sessions are not long enough.

I have read all the threads on here...Is there any must have accessories for the 750...Dillon or aftermarket?

Thanks,
Ski
 
I have my 650 presses on Dillon Strong Mounts. I have Dillon bullet trays next to each one. I tried stacking boxes and having the bullets beside the press. The tray works better for me. I can rest my left hand on the bullet tray while I reload.

The one Inline product I have on my Dillons is the Ergo roller handle. I love that handle.
 
I have both Dillon and inline bullet tray and I'd go with the Dillon. I rest my left hand on tray when reloading and the akro bins eventually break.

I have both the Dillon and inline strong mount and I would go with the inline.

I'd go with the Dillon case feeder but for $55 the DAA mini will get you up and running. IMHO I could not imagine how time consuming it would be to load up 150 cases burn through them in 10-15 minutes only to do it again. I load 10-20 primer tubes while watching TV a day or two before a reloading session.

I like my Dillon powder check. I have extra rods so I don't have to readjust when I change heads. I would imagine any brand will work.
 
The best aftermarket part I bought for my 650 is the aluminum bolt on tube for spent primers. I got one on ebay and it has the plastic tube that runs into a jug and collets the spent primers. The one with the press was junk and I was forever cleaning up primes that either missed the little tray or spilled when it ran over. The first spent primer gadget I tried was plastic and it worked great in theory but when it cracked, I found one made from aluminum and it came with 3-4 feet or a larger diameter tubing and I was able to put my jug way out of the way. I have 2 presses that dump into a 2 gallon jug that dog treats came in. I load a lot of bullets but not sure I'll ever fill it up.
 
I bought the Dillon Strong Mount with my press, along with their bullet tray and it's a fine unit. I have the In Line interchangeable plate mount for my other two presses and it's also excellent. I don't have bullet trays for those presses though. I do have the In Line Ergo handles on all three presses and I love them.
 
Once you get a bullet feeder, the bullet tray is obsolete. I use mine for an arm rest as i have to manually advance the shellplate on my 550. Hasnt held bullets in months
 
I'm an Inline Fab fan, but have never used their mount, always the Dillon Strong Mount. However, I can say you're on the right track. Either mount will make such a huge difference in the stability of your press. You'll soon want all your presses on mounted on them.

For me, the most useful 650/750 accessories are (in order):
1. Strong Mount, and possibly the Bullet Tray
2. Spent primer chute attachment (to do away with the primer bucket)
3. Roller Handle or Ergo Handle. This will reduce shoulder and back pain. I use the Dillon with the plastic handle and it's great.

Hope this helps.
 
I’m still using the 550 I bought in the 80’s. Tool holders, powder measures for numerous cartridges, Dillon has rebuilt it twice. When the Blue Press arrives in the mail, I drool for a while, machines and well,............, you know, then sigh, too old to upgrade either.
 
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