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It would work but in my opinion is not necessary at all on the 550. You can pretty much spin the plate fast while still easing it to a stop. The 650 stops too abruptly in stock configuration. Mahalo Sarge for your response! So the $39.95 turbo bearing from UniqueTek is definitely not worth it. Aloha, wc

Does anyone know if this will work for the 550? Please let me know. Aloha, wc

I almost replied about the double negative, but I "got it." LOL

+1 to that! Pulling the blue handle in the man cave is a great get-away sometimes! I started reloading rifle rounds to save money and get better accuracy. Really made a difference for .308 - 50 cents a round vs $1.00 or more per & 1/2 MOA if I am having a good day. I recently (last 6 weeks) started reloading handgun rounds - 9mm and 38 special. Probably will purchase another 38/357 die set from Brian instead of fiddling with the 38 special set up. I also started purchasing bullets in bulk, several thousand at a time, since, as someone else here said, prices are not going to go down. Just packed the extras in a fat 50 ammo can with a dessicant pack. Same thing for powder & primers since we pay a PREMIUM here in Hawaii as we cannot purchase powder (or primers) online and have it shipped here.

I bought some (2500) once fired 223 brass from a source that I have purchased from before without any problems. This time, however, the brass had green corrosion inside and a few (hundred) had stuff stuck to the outside which looked like gum and sand. Long story short, I bought the steel media and the Thumler's rotary tumbler and ALL the brass looks factory new. And, now I can see a few cases that show signs of head separation. I am very pleased with my purchase although it does add a few minutes to my case prep. But, reloading has become a hobby for me so I am not concerned with rushing through the process.

Mahalo again!

Mahalo for the clarification. I was wondering about the short OAL listed in the load data compared with factory ammo and other OALs I have seen in these forums. So I assume that a chrony would be essential if I plan to deviate from the published load information.

+1 for TAC. Meters great for 223 & 308 and more importantly is the most accurate. Shooting Stag Arms Model 8 for 223 & Remington 700P for 308.

Why is 4.0 to 4.2 considered hot? Recommended load range according to Hodgdon Reloading Data Center for 125 gr FMJ for Titegroup is 4.1 to 4.4 gr. Unless you are thinking of plated or lead bullets which would be 3.6 to 4.0 gr.

Seems as if you are defeating the purpose of saving money if you only use your brass once and buy more brass. And if that is so, than you can buy bulk factory ammo for not much more . . . and it would be easier still (not trying to be a wise guy). Trimming is simply a required step to ensure consistency and it is easiest with the RT1200B.

Stag prices are pretty reasonable. Also, Stag offers a life time warranty on their rifles. I called them to ask if their warranty included the barrel; their response was that they would replace the barrel for free once my groups opened up to 2 inches at 100 yards. I own a model 8 & love it. Slightly over your budget (list price is $1,145), but it is a piston rifle and comes with flip up sights.

Grainger sells 40 pounds of corncob media for around $25.00. It is listed under "blasting media." They have two different sizes/grits, smaller number (grit) = larger media size.

1. Yes. 2. No, but i keep a can of compressed air to blast out shavings from the primer seater from time to time.

Mahalo for the great tip. I bought a spray bottle and mixed in the alcohol with the Dillon case lube ~ 4 to 1 mix. Works just like you said.

Don't know anyone (personally) that had a primer go off, but why wouldn't you wear eye protection? Reloading is dangerous just like shooting or driving a car is dangerous. Key thing is to be consistent in your process and have NO distractions.

I "stumbled" onto Brian's site while researching additional Dillon parts that I wanted for my recently purchased RL550B. I wish that I "stumbled" before I paid more than list (plus usury) from a local shop here in Hawaii. Although it is a great shop and owner, a few buck here & there add up to less ammo that I can buy. I've already made 3 purchases from Brian and I appreciate his quick responses and very fair pricing, especially the freight charge for shipping to the middle of the ocean. I've also gained insightful information from the forums. A big mahalo Brian! You have earned ALL my future business. Aloha, Rod