soundlzrd Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I currently have a 550 that is serving me well. I am finding however that I rarely switch it over to other calibers because I always want it ready to load 9mm, the caliber I shoot the most. I am almost ready to pull the trigger on a second press, a 650, but wonder how difficult it is to jump back and forth between the two different presses. I just wonder if after loading on the 650, will I forget to manual index the 550 or place a case. Or is it much like driving a manual then driving an automatic. You may occasionally hit the brake trying to press the non existant clutch, but other than that its not that different. Thanks Sean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3guns Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 It's not difficult going between the two presses. Get a 650, you won't regret it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intel6 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I have both on the bench next to each other. I use the 650 for all the high volume ammo 9/38/40/10/44/45/.223/7.62x39 and the 550 for all of my lower volume pistol stuff and most of my odd rifle stuff. I don't have any issues jumping between them and think it works well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GR8GIFT Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I use a 550 for low volume loading. I have 2 650’s one for small primers and one for large primers. They are set for 38 special and .45 auto. All the other low volume loading is on the 550. I haven’t had any issues switching between the 2 styles of presses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motosapiens Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 No problem switching. like others, I started on a 550, and eventually got tired of switching calibers, so we got a 650 for what we shoot the most of (40), and leave it setup for 40 all the time. when needed, i do 9 or 45 on the 550. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S&W686 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I have had my 550 for eight years and about six months ago I purchased a new 650. I had a few growing pains getting use to the 650, but it is working get for my now. My thumb doesn't get numb using the 650 as it does with my 550. I still have my 550 which is setup to load 45 ACP at this time and I have had no problems going back and forth with each reloader. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Banacek Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 3 hours ago, Intel6 said: I have both on the bench next to each other. I use the 650 for all the high volume ammo 9/38/40/10/44/45/.223/7.62x39 and the 550 for all of my lower volume pistol stuff and most of my odd rifle stuff. I don't have any issues jumping between them and think it works well. I do the same thing with less calibers. I bought the 650 for 38 super and 9mm, I should move my .40 caliber over there as well since I am shooting more of that now. Switching between them is now problem at all and I like the differences between them. I reload 223 on my 550 and like the pace of it for that caliber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundlzrd Posted February 12, 2018 Author Share Posted February 12, 2018 Thanks for the feedback everyone. This stage in life I am not shooting as much as I would like, but with two young boys I hope to be shooting with them soon. 650 seems like a good investment long term and a great companion to the 550.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcc7x7 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 8 hours ago, 3guns said: It's not difficult going between the two presses. Get a 650, you won't regret it. I regretted it, but know I'm the odd man out by not liking the 650's Sold the 650 and bought another 550 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikieM Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 You won't have any problem at all. I have a 550C and a Super 1050, and when I go back and forth between the two the only thing I notice is the difference in speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelindsey Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 I’m not all that fast of a reloader on my 650. I like to watch the cases after getting through the powder check. I don’t know how anybody fast or slow could do it without the case feeder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Scott Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Sorry for the hijack, but those of you with both the 550 and 650.. Do the handles sit at the same height? Im thinking about buying a 650 to go along with my 550. I have found the 550 with a Dillon strong mount and roller handle is at the perfect height for me. I am hoping the 650 will come in at about the same height if I use a strong mount and roller handle. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikieM Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 I had both at one time Pat, and I used two different strong mounts. The 550 only has one size available, but the 650 has two. If I'm not mistaken I bought the short strong mount for the 650 and that put them at about the same height. The tech guy at Dillon can help you decide on which one you need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustybayonet Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 I am a 550 fan! I reload at least 11 different calibers. All I can say is buy more toolheads!!! For me the worst part is to change the primer size. Even the EBAY toolheads work fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GR8GIFT Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 22 hours ago, rustybayonet said: I am a 550 fan! I reload at least 11 different calibers. All I can say is buy more toolheads!!! For me the worst part is to change the primer size. Even the EBAY toolheads work fine. Time for a second 550 then you have one for each primer size! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Currently Posted February 15, 2018 Share Posted February 15, 2018 (edited) I have two 550’s; large and small primer with the primer roller bearing mod and a 650. Use the 550’s for small runs, match ammo and load development. 650 for trimming brass and runs over 200 rounds for my two rifles and two pistol calibers. All are optioned out with Dillon bullet trays and Ergo handles. Edited February 15, 2018 by Currently Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustybayonet Posted February 16, 2018 Share Posted February 16, 2018 On Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 3:32 PM, GR8GIFT said: Time for a second 550 then you have one for each primer size! +100 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L3324temp Posted February 16, 2018 Share Posted February 16, 2018 Switching is quick and easy.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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