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DAA Primafill - Interesting New Option
Want2BS8ed replied to cjmill87's topic in non-Dillon Reloading Equipment
Another happy PAL user... so happy I bought two to have both a small and larger primer filler readily at hand without having to flip the top plate. Never had a problem, never had a flipped primer. -
This popped up on a Tapatalk feed. I shoot a 147g subsonic round using a fully swaged Precision Delta bullet (not cast and not brass washed, but a true FMJ bullet) in a Starline case. My cost is the same as yours, 14¢ a round. I long ago amortized the cost of a Mark 7 driven 1050. Not sure that I saved that much, because I am certainly shooting way more than I used to! LOL That was hammered home in a recent trip to the range with an Eagle Scout from my son’s old troop (my son’s an Eagle Scout and in college now). Impressive young man in his early 20’s, engineering degree, good job, just bought his first house and was looking to purchase his first handgun. We spent 2-hours on the range and went through over 750 rounds. He innocently asked how much the ammunition cost and was floored when I told him the retail value. I graciously accepted the hot dog and beer he offered in exchange! To the OP, start simple. A 550 or 750. I wouldn’t even get the Mr. Bullet feeder until you had some time under your belt. As for checking rounds? Even at 1,800 rounds an hour I still run everything through a Hundo gauge.
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Yeah I would like to see a picture as well. The only time I've seen anything other than [emoji294]️-[emoji294]️ on Starline brass was their .223 basic brass that had 5 [emoji294]️'s and 5 -'s around its circumference. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Dillon case prep machine CP-2000
Want2BS8ed replied to Smeeg's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
Odd that it was introduced in January 2018 (with an expected release date of Spring 2018) and here we are on the verge of January 2019 and can't even get a firm price... Wonder what went wrong? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
Any Dillion black friday deals...
Want2BS8ed replied to nelson1each's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
My kind of logic... the 1st 1050 not only paid for itself, but a MkVII and another 1050! M Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
Thanks Sarge and sorry Slavex for not getting a picture up for you sooner. Been sicker than a dog... One suggestion, if you can try to load the trays off the base if your brass is really wet. Keeps water from pooling and speeds up the drying process. ...now I'm going to go back and crawl under my rock... M Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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I bought an inexpensive round one off Amazon 5-years ago and was able to purchase an additional 6 trays for the mega stack. A short length of PVC makes loading trays faster. I usually do this on a chest freezer so excess water isn't a problem, but set a tray down, stick a piece of PVC upright in the center hole. Dump your brass in. Place another tray on top. Dump brass in and repeat. The PVC keeps brass from falling through the center hole so you can load trays faster. Doing it off the base keeps excess water from accumulating and extending the drying time as well. Just remove the PVC and place the loaded stack on the base. FWIW, depending on your brass size, you can assume 4 to 5 trays to comfortably handle a load from a Thumler's Tumbler. M Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Best Aftermarket Dillon 1050 Shellplate
Want2BS8ed replied to Laxman2809's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
I had problems with mine when I first got it. It seems somewhat counter intuitive but they don't get tightened down as tight as the OEM plate. Following FFB's instructions and using a feeler gauge, I haven't had a failure to feed since (25k+ rounds). I own 3 now and the tighter tolerances have reduced case wobble for me. Can't speak to the other brand because I haven't used one. M Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
Uniquetek Micrometer Bar
Want2BS8ed replied to Foxj66's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
All depends on how much powder you buy at one time! ;-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
Uniquetek Micrometer Bar
Want2BS8ed replied to Foxj66's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
Rock solid and repeatable. I have several on dedicated heads, but one that is used exclusively on a universal head that gets caliber changes often. With UniqueTek's spread sheet and a little bit of time to calibrate different powders, it's easy to dial-in a prior setting. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
Dillon super 1050 / Mark 7 Autodrive 9mm case lube
Want2BS8ed replied to tomv's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
Memphis, One Shot does not contaminate powder or primers and not that a 9mm case needs it but having some in the case mouth does ease sizing and particularly neck expansion at the primer swaging station on the 1050. A whiff of One Shot really does go a long way on short pistol cases. Having said that, I used to use tupperware until getting my MkVII. With the higher volumes the containers were getting pretty nasty as One Shot built up. At least with the zip lock bags you can toss them fairly frequently. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
I know this is an old thread, but that is a frightening thought. Assuming Uhaul's case would be a civil claim, could they compel the auto manufacturer to release that data? When we purchased our last car a couple of years ago we signed a release acknowledging the data that was collected (quite a bit actually beyond just speed) and the manufacturer would be compelled to release the information if ordered by a court. Wondering if that would apply in a civil case now. Not that I ever want to find out and of course I've seen this the day before renting the same trailer to deliver my son's Eagle project! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Can't Make Ammo Fast Enough!
Want2BS8ed replied to Doublehelix's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
Despite a thorough cleaning beforehand, I always had trouble with adhesive strip lights staying in place long term. I've been happy with the LEDs from Reloading Innovations found here: https://reloadinginnovations.com The LEDs are bright and solidly mounted on fitted pcb boards that clip on the press. Their gen 2 spill stops are pretty handy as well with tall rifle cases and fine powders. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
Can't Make Ammo Fast Enough!
Want2BS8ed replied to Doublehelix's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
Did you actually read the post or immediately take everything out of context in forming your reply? Regardless if it is a 650 or 1050, a properly designed and operated system will not break "more or different" parts. Chuckling at your "more exposure" to people comment as well. Perhaps... perhaps not. Given my career, I am satisfied with the breadth of my exposure. Certainly enough to recognize someone who is willing to lie to steal a $2 part and lacks the common sense and moral compass to know its wrong. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk -
Dillon 1050 Shell Plate Lock Ring Stuck
Want2BS8ed replied to Laxman2809's topic in Dillon Precision Reloading Equipment
...unless it was cross threaded and gorilla’ed on. Let’s hope it is just rust. Kroil is the ticket then. Love that stuff. Keep multiple cans dotted all over the shop. Kroil and Aeroshell 66/33ms, it’s like aromatherapy for men. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk