Machine154 Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 I'll let you guess... I was referred over here from Pirate4x4 from a discussion I found by an internet search. Anyway, I am looking into the idea of reloading with a little hesitation. I don't have much space (1 BR condo) and not so sure about the complexity of the whole thing. I saw a Dillon setup at a friend's place, but we didn't have a lot of time to go over it. He was recommending that I might want to try the Dillon 650 if I was going to be reloading .308 (in addition to 9mm and .223). I downloaded the manual and am a bit put off by the amount of work to do a caliber change. Maybe it is easier than it looks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHARLES D Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 My guess is California! Anyway, once you get the hang of changing calibers on the 650 you'll never regret purchasing it. I would recommend purchasing the large or small pistol primer setup. It makes it much easier to switch calibers. That and a quick caliber exchange and your in business. + Talking with the reps at Dillon helps enormously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IL-SIG Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 I'll go with The Peoples Repulik of Illinois... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolex Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 The 650 is a wonderful machine. I have had two over the last 15 years. As far as the change over, it's not that hard. The hard part-if you want to call it that is the primer change over. And it really is easier to do that those directions make it look. I can change the top out-with dies-in another head, change the shell plate, and the primer feed in about maybe 12 to 15 minutes tops, as well as clean it quickly and put some lube in those special places. So don't be bothered with the directions that much- JUST get one and start loading- in time you will be like the rest of us on the forum-old pro's! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benos Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 I'll let you guess... I was referred over here from Pirate4x4 from a discussion I found by an internet search. Anyway, I am looking into the idea of reloading with a little hesitation. I don't have much space (1 BR condo) and not so sure about the complexity of the whole thing. I saw a Dillon setup at a friend's place, but we didn't have a lot of time to go over it. He was recommending that I might want to try the Dillon 650 if I was going to be reloading .308 (in addition to 9mm and .223). I downloaded the manual and am a bit put off by the amount of work to do a caliber change. Maybe it is easier than it looks... Check out the 550 vs. 650 info at these links: Dillon FAQ: http://www.brianenos.com/pages/dillonfaqs.html “Which Dillon”: http://www.brianenos.com/pages/dillon.html#which be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Singlestack Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 From what you describe as your reloading requirements I would pick the 550. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrumpyOne Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 IMO, the 550 would better suit you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machine154 Posted February 17, 2011 Author Share Posted February 17, 2011 I'll go with The Peoples Repulik of Illinois... We have a winner! Thank you, all - I will check into your recommendations. It is good to know that the changeovers aren't as hard as they look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmie Posted February 17, 2011 Share Posted February 17, 2011 Really thought you were going to say Massachusetts!!!!! Welcome. I have the 550 and love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calishootr Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 the 550 is a better choice when space is a limiting factor, also, from a caliber change standpoint, the 550 is easier/quicker to do, and also the 550 is 'semi' automatic, where, you decide to turn the star lever to advance the shellplate when you feel ready forthe next step, my 550 has been with me sincethe late 80's andstill going strong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaster113 Posted February 22, 2011 Share Posted February 22, 2011 Hawaii is 2nd or 3rd when it comes to Kommunist state laws and restrictions. You should see the shit that our legislature is trying to propose. If I could do it over I would get a 650 for the volume its capable of producing. Currently running a 550. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Z Sr Posted February 24, 2011 Share Posted February 24, 2011 Welcome from NC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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