[mod.rec.guns] subject lines and the Dillon press.

jordan@greipa.UUCP (the moderator) (08/27/85)

I've been getting a lot of articles with subjects like: "For mod.rec.guns"
and "Re: For mod.rec.guns"(!) that force me to scan the article and
try and decide on a more descriptive title. I'd appreciate it if everyone
would try to be a bit more descriptive in their subject lines. The fact
that you send the postings to guns@greipa is enough for me to know what's
intended (even if sent to me, It's not too hard to figure out!).

Now. I've been thinking about getting a 'progressive' reloader for
some time and have finally seen something I liked. The Dillon 550 (a
450 with some 'fixes' and user requested enhancements). Has anyone
out there used this equipment?

My major want is something easy to use, fast and with a reliable
powder measure (read RELIABLE). Any feedback on this or other
reloaders would be appreciated. Info on cheap brass tumblers would
also be appreciated.

				Thanks.

jordan@greipa.UUCP (Jordan K. Hubbard) (09/03/85)

Article: 9:3

>Now. I've been thinking about getting a 'progressive' reloader for
>some time and have finally seen something I liked. The Dillon 550 (a
>450 with some 'fixes' and user requested enhancements). Has anyone
>out there used this equipment?
>
>My major want is something easy to use, fast and with a reliable
>powder measure (read RELIABLE). Any feedback on this or other
>reloaders would be appreciated. Info on cheap brass tumblers would
>also be appreciated.


The current issue of "Handgunner" has a review of the Dillon 550. It
sounds like a great reloader. The only negative aspect mentioned is 
that the powder measure might have problems with some types of powders,
either "lincoln log" or "very fine" types.

	-eric