SJBriggs

Just got my DDA plate which I threw on my newer variable speed Dillon case feeder. With .40 cal, the case feeder is now WAY more reliable. Absolutely no jamming issues like I had with the factory Dillon plate. It also spit out the brass so fast that it would trigger the automatic shutoff switch enough to make it seem that the case feeder was getting bogged down. I may end up disconnecting it. I used the case feeder for both my XL750 and a commercial Roll Sizer. Even with all six bolts installed on the Roll Sizer, there is no way that the Roll Sizer will be able to keep up with the case feeder. Assuming that the plate works just as well for 9mm, the real benefit for me is in the reliability factor and being able to use one plate for both calibers. $40 very well spent.

Fast forward to 3:20 for a speed comparison between the Dillon and DDA plates.

Good to know since I just ordered one yesterday! A buddy of mine got one and said that for 9mm, it runs fast and flawless. Zero mis-fed casings. What's not to love? When it comes to reloading, I'm all about efficiency -- especially if that efficiency is only $40!

Yeah, I know a bunch of people who switched over to that holster. They're pretty popular here in SoCal.

That's too bad considering the poor quality of their duty holsters these days.

Anyone know why this holster is no longer on Safariland's website? It's a great holster.

The cases were from some mystery .40 cal that I had. Didn't want to just toss the ammo, so I pulled all the bullets with the intention of using the primed cases for my reloads. That said, they haven't been cleaned at all. EDIT: A more in depth internet search resulted in me tossing my primed aluminum cases in the trash. Not worth it.

Because they have primers in them!

Are they safe to reload? And, more importantly, are they safe to shoot in a 1911, or will they damage extractors?

Another consideration -- although I don't know if it applies to the RL1100 -- is that with my XL750, I had to spend a little extra cash to get it to run the way I wanted. It seems that with the Apex 10, you set it up and go. There doesn't really seem to be that many "upgrades" to the press, as everyone that I know who owns one say they are solid right out of the box. Any possible upgrades that go into the Dillon machine will only get me closer to the cost of a Apex. As for automating, it seems that with the extra station in the Apex 10, that machine may be hard to beat. But still, that priming system...

It's that time. I'm looking for an addition to the family and want an upgrade from my XL750. It's been a great machine, but I want a smoother running press with more die space and the ability to automate. I love the fit and finish of the Apex 10, but the priming system makes me hesitant. The RL1100 looks to be a huge step up from the XL750, but the build quality seems to be on par with my current machine. Has anyone purchase an RL1100 and wish they picked up an Apex 10, or vice versa?

Currently unavailable on Amazon, but I'll keep checking.

Shipping cost alone is $98 to the left coast.

I process my brass the same way. Now that I started de-priming my brass, then wet tumbling, I get ZERO high primers. Add a Rollsizer to the mix, and things really run smooth. Thanks for the detailed write up. After seeing an Apex 10 in person, I've been eye balling one pretty hard, but I'm hesitant due to the priming issues. It took a few months, but after getting my XL750 dialed in, I have pretty much no issues and can run thousands of rounds without any hang ups. I don't mind tinkering with the Apex as long as there is a fix for the initial set-up problems. If I can't get it to run as reliably as my 750, then I may have to reconsider.

So, is it safe to say that your Apex 10 is running well? How many rounds are you able to load without any issues?

Just a quick update on the Otto Range SA ears I picked up a few weeks ago. I wore them all during Area 2 over the weekend, and they were great. Sound quality is second to none, and the noise suppression seemed just fine for an outdoor match. They are a bit bulky, but the build quality is so good that I don't mind. The gel cups on these are a little bit stiff, and I was worried that they would be uncomfortable after wearing them all day, but this wasn't the case. They were comfortable for all day wear.

I plugged in my commercial roll sizer, and started rolling brass. No adjustments needed, and it works flawless. Looking forward to picking up their de-capper.

Damn, that looks pretty nice! Never seen that one before. Is there no failsafe rod/ assembly needed on that, or is it somehow self contained?

I only got the outer ears, not inners. I may pick up a set of their inner ears. I have the same problem with the California sun heating up my brain when wearing outer ears.

First impression of Otto Range SA outer ear pro is pretty good so far. They seem to be very well built, not like the Walker and Peltor junk. Sound quality is some of the best I've experienced. At 23NRR, they may be a little loud for a semi-enclosed range with 24 shooters, but the seal seems pretty good.

I ordered the Range SA - the over ear protection, however, everyone has a lot of good things to say about the micros so I may give those a shot also.

Hey brother, thanks for the tips, but when I click on that link it's for a set of outer ear muffs, inner foam inserts, and a "bad dragon dildo for women"! I bought all three...

Ordered a pair of Otto Range SA. I'll post a review after I've worn them for a couple weeks. Thanks all, for the replies!

As someone indicated above, wearing inner ears is pretty uncomfortable when it's in all day, five or six days a week. Maybe I just haven't found the right ones, but I believe that it's mostly because my ear cartilage is a little messed up from my time in the ring. I have read that wearing inner ears still causes damage to the ear drums, despite having good noise reduction. Apparently, the slight vibration from loud noise causes damage to the inner ears -- even when wearing muffs. Need to do more research on this. Tried a pair today that belonged to a buddy. Not super comfortable, and the sound quality wasn't all that. His were about sever or eight years old, so maybe they are different now. I forgot about the Ottos. I'll look more into those, thanks! I also checked out TCI DEHP, but only 21 NRR; and Liberator HP 2.0, but they have mixed reviews and I wasn't too happy with the first version. Another option is the Ops-Core Amp with their plugs. Great NRR and really good reviews, but if the plugs don't work for me, that's a steep price to pay!

Which is retarded considering how much money every shooter invests in this sport! Paying $300 + for good hearing protection is a drop in the bucket compared to any comp gun or reloading set up.