bigarm Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 I have a Dillon 550 b that I am pretty pleased with. It has a few quirks but works pretty well. I am thinking about another machine to make things easier when doing large vs small primers. Sometimes used machines come up, but not Dillons. Just wondering if I found a good deal on a used machine of another brand, would it be worth it to me. Tell me what you have and how you like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techj Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 I have the Hornady LNL-AP and am happy with it. When I purchased it I picked it over the Dillon only because my net $ was considerably less considering the #of pistol & rifle calibers I would be loading (3xpistol & 2xrifle).. From reviews it also seemed that the powder dispenser was 'better'. If I had to do it all again I would still choose the Hornady (same reasons) but would omit the bullet feeder. It's too noisy and instead I would just use the bullet feeder dies with some tubes for feeding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jman Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 Very pleased with my LNL AP for many years. Simple reliable loader. Would buy another no question. Have owned 4 Dillon presses and liked them too. I fiddle FAR less with the Hornady. YMWV and FWIW etc etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RWE Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 (edited) I am very happy with my Hornady LNL AP, I don't "want" for anything more than it can do. If it "disappeared", I would buy another one. Edited August 4, 2014 by RWE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CZinZA Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 I have a Lee turret press and a Lee Pro 1000. I've been reloading three calibres on Lee equipment for fifteen years without a seconds worth of trouble. Very satisfied customer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wscottstewart Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 Very happy with my hornady LNL AP. I reload 4 pistol calibers and I'm about to try my first rifle caliber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
copecowboy22 Posted August 4, 2014 Share Posted August 4, 2014 I'm using a lee pro 1000. It's ok but as soon as I sell my bike I'm getting a 650. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drewbeck Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 My LNL works great and I rarely make any adjustments once it was set up. Using bullet feeder die and lee case feeder tubes on top works awesome and cheap compare to the case feeder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmorris Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 I have non Dillon presses that I am happy with (also have at least one of all the Dillon machines). I did sell the two LNL's I had (a pre and post EZ ject). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWFAN Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 I was happy with my LnL for the most part. Until I got a 1050. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KDHOLLAND Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 I have a LNL AP I love it it works well. I dont size rifle cases on it I do those on my Foster. But do the rest of the process on LNL with case feeder I can blaze out 400 hour in pistol and 275 on rifle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob01 Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Been using a Hornady LnL for a few years and like it alot. Runs good. I like the auto indexing vs the 550, which I also have had since the 90's. The 550 doesn't get much use anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaskillo Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Yes I am happy with my custom made "push thru" sizer press. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BattleCreek Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 The LNL is an excellent press... I have a Pro 1000 and love it, caliber changes are a breeze and super cheap to do... Its really the only press I think I'll ever need other then maybe a single stage for odds and ends... love for the pro 1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtuns Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 I have hornady LnL and love it bought it after using 650 and LnL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
63expert Posted August 10, 2014 Share Posted August 10, 2014 My Hornady AP has been great. I load .40, .38, .30 Carbine, and .223REM on it. I can go from loading one chambering to another in less than 5 minutes. I've never run a Dillon but I have drooled over them if that counts. I wanted auto index and the price difference between the AP and the 650 sealed it for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Tompkins Posted August 10, 2014 Share Posted August 10, 2014 I do like my LNL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjs408 Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I like my LNL with casefeeder, The only thing I would trade up to is a 1050 with all the bells and whistles. I envy the swagging station. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
levellinebrad Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 I am very happy with my loadmaster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob DuBois Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Watch E Bay every once in a while deal comes through. Be easy to set one 550 up for small primers and one for large. Like the 550 stick with another. Makes the whole process easier on spare parts loading habits and quality ammo. Not knocking others but if it ain't broke don't fix it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hiker88 Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 My LNL AP is great! I do have a Lee Classic turret as back up and for sizing/depriming work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rdinga Posted August 15, 2014 Share Posted August 15, 2014 I have a 550, A dedicated 9mm square deal, A redding T7 and a Forster Coax. I do most of the work pistol caliber work on the 550 and use processed brass on the square deal. I am making plans to purchase a 1050 and use it for brass prep on .223 and 9mm and loading lots of 9mm. Every now and then I see used Square deals for sat around $250 at gun shows....I have never seen a used 1050 for sale anywhere... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjs408 Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 1050s come up on this forum from time to time and last about 6 min. before somebody grabs it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mannparks Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 For the $$ the Lee1000 is a good setup. It takes a while to learn its little quirks. Once you do you can fly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyTheDog Posted August 17, 2014 Share Posted August 17, 2014 I have a Hornady LNL progressive press that I've loaded somewhat more than 150k rounds with. I load 9mm, 45 acp, 223, and 30-06 with it. I have never once had a run of 100 rounds where something didn't jam, break, or go out of adjustment requiring dismantling of some part of the press to correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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