CSEMARTIN
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I started out with a 550 like yourself and decided to buy a 650. I use my 550 to load my match ammunition and my 650 to load practice ammo. You'll love the 650. By the way, if you decide to buy a 650, be sure to buy it from Brian Enos.
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My bench is very sturdy, and I've never had any problems either. I think Bob is right.
Chris
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Dillon dies with a Lee FCD.
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StarLine
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I have had good luck with CBC brass. It does feel a little 'soft' in the press. If I were going to purchase new brass, I would spend a little more and get StarLine.
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I have been loading Winchester powder and I have noticed quite a variance in velocity. I used to load with VV N350 and have been thinking about using 310 for my 45 loads because I've read multiple times that it does meter more consistently. Although I personally have no hard data to support this, It is easier to work with.
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I just use what I practice with. The only thing I do differently is to case gauge every round. I'm always afraid that if I start changing things before a match that I'll regret it.
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Nick,
I just bought 650 this winter after loading on a 550 for years. I would get the strong mount. I'm not sure if you are aware of this or not, but Dillon makes two strong mounts for the 650. The 550/650 strong mount and a strong mount for the 650 only. The strong mount for the 650 is a couple of inches shorter. Basically, I think it is personal preference, but the strong mount, in my opinion, will make the press sturdier.
Another opinion of mine- I wouldn't get the 650 without the casefeeder. It is wonderful to have the machine feed the brass right into the shell plate. As far as how many cases it will hold- I think that is a function of the clutch mechanism. If there is too much weight, it will slip so the motor doesn't burn out.
Even with height issues, I still think it is worth the trouble to get the casefeeder.
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BerKim,
I only do this for my pistol reloads. I don't shoot a rifle.
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I'll second JohnL. Throw them in the garbage.
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I use One Shot, squirt a little on and forget about it.
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I just put a JP Enterprises magwell on my G21 and it fits in the box.
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It sure sounds like a squib. Are you new to loading with a 550? When I first started loading with my 550, I didn't set up the powder charge station correctly and the powder bar wasn't fully returning. As it turns out, I didn't have the fail safe rod set up properly. Subsequently, I had so many squib rounds, I ended up never using about a thousand rounds of loaded ammunition. Since then, I am a very anal retentive when it comes to setting up the powder charge station on my Dillon 550. I have luckily never had a problem since.
Glad to hear you are o.k.
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I would stick with Starline brass. It is exceptional.
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I agree with EricW. I like to use every safety device availabe. Although, having a powder check system on the 650 should really make the possibility of squib rounds next to zero. However, I imagine you may sacrifice consistency in precision of your charge if the powder bar 'hangs up'?
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With a 230 RN, I use 4.6g of WST at an OAL of 1.246.
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That sure looks like it. I'm sure there are multiple sources for this part. I have a catalog from glockstore.com (page 18) which shows this part in detail in case you're interested.
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Mark,
Thanks for the reply. That was my interpetation also, but I'm biased. A couple of guys at my club thought it might be an illegal addition. I'd hate to spend $100....
My only concern was that it might be considered an external modification.
Chris
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I've been thinking about it some more, and it's probably a bad idea.
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Does anyone know if the wide aluminum glock triggers are legal in CDP?
Thanks for your input.
Chris
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I swear I'm not crazy! I came up with an idea today. In chemistry class years ago, I remember that magnesium burns really bright. Has anyone ever tried adding just a little to their gun powder to create a really neat fireball- just for kicks.
Chris
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I bought some brass off of the internet. In the bottom of the box, I found what looked like kitty litter. I've wondered ever since if the guy that sold me the brass used it to clean the brass.
Anyone ever try this before?
Chris
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Hello,
I have been wanting to ask this question for awhile. Several months ago I was reading through various reloading information. I swear it was a VihtaVuori Reloading Guide that said you shouldn't put carpet in a reloading room because this could increase the risk of primer detonation secondary to static electricity. I just spent a great deal of time going through my VihtaVuori Relodaing Guide and couldn't find anywhere where it said this. Am I losing my mind?
Anyway, do any of you have an opinion on this subject. I have been fixing up my reloading room for almost a year now- carpet was in the original plan.
Thanks, Chris
Primers won't feed on my 550
in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
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I've had this happen to me. After some head scratching, I realized I was using a small primer cup. I was trying to load large primers. As it turns out, large primers won't fit in the small primer cup.