Charlie98
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Coming up on 40 years and I still remember.
I remember when that thing was released... I seriously considered getting one. The 'no sale' part was the proprietary dies... I went with the ProJector instead.
Coming up on 40 years and I still remember.
I've observed 3 squibs in my life. One was a .357 Mag load my dad made on a Rockchucker. First he'd ever had (or admitted to) but he's definitely starting to slip in various life functions when attention to detail is required.I understand your concern about squibs... but there is just as much chance of 'producing a squib' with a progressive
Okay I hear you, sounds like you know what you're comfortable with, but I was actually asking OP.I'd consider the T-7 to be manually indexed/advanced. IMHO, the T-7 has more of a 'single-stage, visually open' vibe than a 550, even if both are manually indexed/advanced.
RCIV and LNL-AP here. Blue's comments in post 39 reflect my usage.
One common misconception I had pre-purchase was that you have to (or really should) use it in full-on, all stations filled, ~progressive~ mode.
Nope!
My LNL-AP has been used repeatedly to batch process with 'open' stages due simply to it's auto-advance feature which negates the need to manually remove each case from the press. That, and doing 2, 3, or more things at once is far faster than 'just 1' and easier to keep tabs on than doing 5,6,7,
For my usage, and with an RCIV on my bench already, the auto-advance feature of the LNL-AP tips the scales in it's favor over the T-7, but,,,,,,,,,, Everyone's needs/values are different. I would add that if you like to tinker, a Progressive can be a lot of fun. If you despise ever making an adjustment, perhaps the T-7 might be more to your liking.
I remember when that thing was released... I seriously considered getting one. The 'no sale' part was the proprietary dies... I went with the ProJector instead.
I like it, just don't understand how it works, from business perspective.
9mm, 44 mag , 223 , 308 ,
How was it? My Brother and I went in 50/50 on our first one. I still have it and the other one we bought so we never had to convert priming systems.
It's nuts to think about how much more than $130 it has cost them to support those machines, as long as I've had them. One of them has been shipped to them twice for refurbishment and the only thing I have paid for was shipping to them. Now I just email Gary with what I need and it shows up in a few days.
I like it, just don't understand how it works, from business perspective.
When you start setting it up and run into problems there are several of us that can walk you through any problems you may run into.thanks for everyone's input I ordered an Hornady AP press this morning , I really did like the T7 but I think the Hornady will offer me room to grow if I start shooting more 9mm , the bulk of my ammo needs is 9mm
I've helped a couple of friends set up their Hornady LNL presses. Things I always recommend to improve your experience:thanks for everyone's input I ordered an Hornady AP press this morning , I really did like the T7 but I think the Hornady will offer me room to grow if I start shooting more 9mm , the bulk of my ammo needs is 9mm
I say start with a single-stage press - new or used. If you go the volume route later, you'll still keep the single forever. I suggest a nice RCBS, Redding or Lee in that order. 300 rounds is a pleasant evenings or 2 of reloading. Don't over think this.... JIMHOgoal of 300 rounds per month loaded