I know most recommend that rookies start out with single stage presses, but I keep reading about people that later move on to progressives and I'm torn on what to do... I don't really want to get into this with a Rockchucker then wish I'd spent a bit more on a progressive.
Rockchucker kit: About $300 with freight if I can find one
Dillon RL 550: $365; no freight from Grafs; need caliber conversion kit and scale (another $100)
Other than a reloading manual I'm getting with the RCBS kit am I comparing costs fairly here?
Less than a $200 spread between these? Where is my logic flawed?
My boys and I are just starting out; we are shooting 6.5 swede and 270 rifles right now... mostly bench shooting; 2-3X per month. Way less than 1000 rounds per month. Love the Swede but am commited to reloading with it.
I'm a veterinarian and have a LITTLE more money than time.
Thanks for your help.
Rockchucker kit: About $300 with freight if I can find one
Dillon RL 550: $365; no freight from Grafs; need caliber conversion kit and scale (another $100)
Other than a reloading manual I'm getting with the RCBS kit am I comparing costs fairly here?
Less than a $200 spread between these? Where is my logic flawed?
My boys and I are just starting out; we are shooting 6.5 swede and 270 rifles right now... mostly bench shooting; 2-3X per month. Way less than 1000 rounds per month. Love the Swede but am commited to reloading with it.
I'm a veterinarian and have a LITTLE more money than time.
Thanks for your help.