I made a deal today and it worked out pretty nicely.

[Zaydok Allen]

I've been pondering getting rid of my SP101 in 22lr for awhile now for many reasons. It isn't that refined of a gun IMO, lame trigger, can't find a grip I really like, and I'm really just more of a S&W guy. I just didn't shoot the gun much at all and when I did I was thoroughly unimpressed.

So this morning I took it to the city to see what I could get for it. It was in fine condition and had an after market grip. I was hoping for $400, but expected more like $350. The gal at Scheels came out and told me they could offer me $450. Sold!

Since I've only ever traded guns in, I wasn't thinking. I wanted cash, they had to write a check for paperwork. Understandable. Well the problem is I have been going through the same bank since I turned 18, and they've treated me well. No desire to change banks. BUT, they do not have a branch office where I currently live so I have no way to cash a check without paying a stupid fee somewhere. Stupid, I know, but since my pay is directly deposited, and I handle all my bills and finances online, it's not usually a problem.

Hmmmmm, what to do. "Wait a minute. You guys sell Dillon reloading presses don't you?" They sure did. So I ended up going home with a Dillon 550B ($390) progressive press and a 45acp carbide die set ($70) and I paid them $10.32. So I'm dang happy considering I was planning on ordering this very press later this year online, and it would have cost me more.

I still have a lot of equipment I need to aquire, but this is a huge step in the right direction in starting to reload, and therefor shoot a lot more than I do now. Hooray for me!

I really wanted to start with 38's and 357's, but they didn't have and die sets in stock. But I shoot plenty of 45, so that's fine. Now for a case tumbler.......

 

[CraigC]

You're in trouble now!

 

[Desertrat357]

You made out great! And welcome to the Dillon club. I've been reloading on mine for about three years now. IMHO the 550b is one of the very best presses made. Plus the customer service from Dillon cannot be beat!

 

[TomJ]

Congrats on a great deal. I started reloading recently ( also 45's) and enjoy it about as much as shooting.

 

[Paddy]

I second Craig's sentiment. You're in big trouble. Cancel all plans and all funds for other projects. Your paychecks will now be direct deposited to
Midsouth
Grafs
And Natchez

The upside is you will shoot a LOT more!

 

[AZAndy]

Reloading is worse than heroin. You'll always need the next fix. For example, if you don't already have a chronograph, you'll want one to check the performance of the loads.

You might find it useful to get a notebook to keep all your data in. I refer to mine often.

 

[22-rimfire]

I've been pondering getting rid of my SP101 in 22lr for awhile now for many reasons. It isn't that refined of a gun IMO, lame trigger, can't find a grip I really like, and I'm really just more of a S&W guy. I just didn't shoot the gun much at all and when I did I was thoroughly unimpressed.

So this morning I took it to the city to see what I could get for it. It was in fine condition and had an after market grip. I was hoping for $400, but expected more like $350. The gal at Scheels came out and told me they could offer me $450. Sold!

Since I've only ever traded guns in, I wasn't thinking. I wanted cash, they had to write a check for paperwork. Understandable. Well the problem is I have been going through the same bank since I turned 18, and they've treated me well. No desire to change banks. BUT, they do not have a branch office where I currently live so I have no way to cash a check without paying a stupid fee somewhere. Stupid, I know, but since my pay is directly deposited, and I handle all my bills and finances online, it's not usually a problem.

Hmmmmm, what to do. "Wait a minute. You guys sell Dillon reloading presses don't you?" They sure did. So I ended up going home with a Dillon 550B ($390) progressive press and a 45acp carbide die set ($70) and I paid them $10.32. So I'm dang happy considering I was planning on ordering this very press later this year online, and it would have cost me more.

I still have a lot of equipment I need to aquire, but this is a huge step in the right direction in starting to reload, and therefor shoot a lot more than I do now. Hooray for me!

I really wanted to start with 38's and 357's, but they didn't have and die sets in stock. But I shoot plenty of 45, so that's fine. Now for a case tumbler.......

You did good and I don't blame you a bit getting rid of the new SP-101 22 revolver. The other day I was eye balling a new classic Model 17. Nice, but expensive (for me). The one I want is a 3" S&W M63 since I already own several M17's and one M18. I like the 5" M63 even though it took a bit of time for me to become comfortable with the longer barrel. Yeah. I bought this one a few years ago at about the time they discontinued them; On sale of course. Still looking to handle a GP-100 in 22LR. I think it's probably a winner, but would be better with a 4 (4.2") barrel for me.

I thought you already reloaded bud. You will become the terror of the range with your 460 S&W reloads. Handled a new Freedom Arms 454 the other day... boy are they nice. But I'll stick to my BFR's at about half the price.

 

[bannockburn]

460Kodiak

Way to go! One year for Christmas I passed on getting a gun and instead asked for a complete RCBS reloading set-up. Definitely the gift that keeps on giving (that is buying more components, reloading and shooting more, saving money over factory ammo, and customizing my own loads).

 

[surveyor]

I agree with the others, you'll keep checking powder valley, and get together with other loaders if you can to spread the hazmat fee out.

I started with 1 set of dies 2 years ago, they grew to 13 sets.

It is a diffrent aspect of shooting, one I find enjoyable.

good for you.

 

[roval]

Whatever your shooting level is you'll become a better shooter since you'll shoot more.

 

[horsemen61]

Good deal

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Thanks all. I can definately see why a bunch of you say I'm in trouble. This will definately become a time consuming and expensive undertaking. But I think ultimately, once I get it all set up right and running, I'm going to find it fun and very rewarding. I plan to start with 45 acp since I've got a lot of brass, and frankly I haven't been shooting my carry gun anywhere near as much as I should. And since I've got three 45's it should be a good start. I figure starting with a low pressure round is a good beginning too.

Once I get a bit of experience with that, 357's and 38's will be on the menu. And finally 45 Colt, 464, and 460's.

I'm really looking forward to digging up some data on the 460 magnum. I'd like to find some heavy loads at moderate velocities that my gun likes. But I will stick strictly to load data.

I've read through the Lyman 49th edition manual and I've got the latest Hornady book too. I have no doubt I'll expand that library as well.

Nope 22-rim fire, I've never reloaded before. I had nowhere to set up at all. But last July I bought a house, and in that house is a finished attic which makes for a great work space to reload and clean guns. All these years I've been feeding my 460 factory ammo, and the damage it has done to my wallet is severe. Now I'm anxious to tweek around and load that brass back up.

Just finished putting the second coat of polyurethane on my bench top. Eager to mount it.

I have to admit, it felt strange giving a gun away and not getting a different one to bring home. I've always just traded. It just plain felt weird getting rid of a revolver too.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Whatever your shooting level is you'll become a better shooter since you'll shoot more.

And that's my real goal behind this. I want to increase my skills.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

Reloading is worse than heroin. You'll always need the next fix. For example, if you don't already have a chronograph, you'll want one to check the performance of the loads.

You might find it useful to get a notebook to keep all your data in. I refer to mine often.

Yep, a notebook will be on hand all the time and a chronograph is definately in my future. I've wanted one for several years.

 

[billybob44]

Congrats on the trade...

Once you go 'Blue' you don't go back...

Now keep an eye out (E-Bay is a good source) for a good "Green' single stage press=RCBS RockChucker or Redding Big Boss..

You will find that you will use a single stage press for MANY operations also..

Welcome to the Dillon Club...Bill.

 

[bikemutt]

$450 for a used SP101 22lr

Nice job!

The best I'd see for that around here is maybe $300.

 

[Zaydok Allen]

$450 for a used SP101 22lr

Nice job!

The best I'd see for that around here is maybe $300.

Yeah I was not expecting that as an offer. I mean it was immaculately clean and had a Badger grip, but it's still a used gun and they have a profit point to make.

That's why I jumped on the trade. It was $100 more than I expected.

I originally traded a P556 pistol for the SP101 (priced at $589) and a 3" Talo 686+. at the time, the SP101 was newly released so the price was a bit high. Now I see them on Gunbroker pretty regularly for $500 plus shipping.

Scheel's had the same gun, new, with a plain old factory grip under the counter, priced at $629! No way in hell would I pay that price for that gun.

I mounted my Dillon on my bench today and I tell you, I'm not going to miss that revolver at all. It just didn't suit me.

 

[buck460XVR]

Now keep an eye out (E-Bay is a good source) for a good "Green' single stage press=RCBS RockChucker or Redding Big Boss..

+1, especially once you get to reloading for your .460. The .460 is truly a handloader's round and the platform really shines with ammo especially tailored for the individual gun and shooter. Unlike .45ACP, the .460 is a round that is best loaded for quality and not quantity. This is why, IMHO, it is best loaded on a SS. Welcome to the addiction, you did good getting rid of something you did not use or like for something you will......