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When I lived in Naples, we had this great thing on Mondays and Thursdays where they would have a course set up for shooting. Shoot the target, duck under a barrel, run to station 2, shoot the steel targets, reload, go through a door and shoot the paper target, all timed. That kind of thing...

I reload now for 9mm and 38/357. I use brass from the range. I dump the brass that looks bad, but they are all at least once fired. So far, my reloads have shot just fine. My question is whether a case cleaner and case media separator are really necessary, or if they are more of an optional...

A few questions regarding Berry's (www.berrysmfg.com): 1. Is this a reputable company? If I order from them, will my order come as described and quickly? Is the quality good? 2. What does "double struck" mean? What is the process, and what is the advantage? Is it the same price, and should I...

I thought I would save money reloading. Meanwhile, after buying my Dillon 650, I've spent hundreds on accessories and other materials. Just today, I bought .357 dies for 50 bucks, a conversion kit for another 50 or so. 2000 primers for 29 bucks, a toolhead, and a cartridge feeder! How much more...

After sorting the brass I picked up at the range, I found some that were obviously not brass, but bright silver in color (bright silver, not the dull silver aluminum Blazer stuff). Most of them were .357 and 10mm. What type of metal is this? Is it good to reload? Do you reload it the same way...

What is the best powder for loading 9mm rounds? This will be for target/plinking ammo. 124 gr. FMJ bullets. Will be shot out of a Beretta 92, HK USPc, Walther P99, or Kel-Tec P11. I'm looking for something clean, cheap, available in bulk (like those 8 lb. kegs), and preferably listed with...

I just started reloading, but my 9mm reloads have a slight hourglass shape to them. Is this normal? If not, what is happening and how do I fix it?

No, I'm not selling them, but I saw some for sale on Ebay (as I was looking for other Dillon stuff). Starting price was $10.00, with no reserve. Included the dies, conversion kit, etc. Check it out!

First of all, nothing broke. I just got my 650, and everything works fine. I just needed help setting it up. I didn't realize that the handle had to be down when you set the belling adjustment. Secondly, I've heard all the hype about Dillon customer service being the best and so good and all...

I got my new (new for me, anyway) 6 inch Nickel Python today. I'm told it was manufactured in 1980. It's serial number starts V889XX. Does anyone have any information on when this gun was made? Was it made in 1980? Is the nickel the original finish? Thanks for your help.

What are or were the finishes available on the Colt Python? I think they were made in blue, stainless, bright stainless, nickel and electroless nickel. Is this correct, and am I missing any? Also, if you have any history on this (ie, if one finish was only made during a certain time period), I'd...

I found a six inch bright nickel python with wood grips on the net. The guy says it was made in 1980, and is in 98% shape. The photo looks good, but I asked a few more questions. Anyway, he's asking 675 for it. Sounds pretty good to me. I'm tempted. Any advice???

Is it okay to shoot lead (non full metal jacketed) bullets? Will it damage the gun? Particularly, is it ok to shoot them in: 1. Revolvers 2. Semi-autos 3. Glocks (weird rifling) 4. HK P7 (gas operated slide) If it's not ok, why not? What ill effect will it have on the gun? Also, is there...

I finally ordered it in 9mm. GRUNT GRUNT GRUNT. Almost went for the Square Deal, but decided to jump in with both feet. Got the press, the dies, a scale, a caliper and a reloading manual. Decided to hold off on the strong mount, roller handle and case feeder. Is there anything I'm missing short...

Is it okay to shoot lead (non full metal jacketed) bullets? Will it damage the gun? Particularly, is it ok to shoot them in: 1. Revolvers 2. Semi-autos 3. Glocks (weird rifling) 4. HK P7 (gas operated slide) If it's not ok, why not? What ill effect will it have on the gun...

Can you switch barrels on most revolvers? I saw a 4 inch barrel for a Python that seemed to just screw in. I'm particularly curious about the Colt Python and the S&W 686. Is it hard to do? Does it mess up the sights? Does it weaken the gun?

Does the P13.45 have a fully supported chamber? I looked at mine, but it's hard to tell. A little bit of the bullet sticks out and appears unsupported. My question is whether this is a safe gun to shoot reloads out of. I'm considering getting into reloading, and if it is safe, I'll order my...

Does the P13.45 have a fully supported chamber? I looked at mine, but it's hard to tell. A little bit of the bullet sticks out and appears unsupported. My question is whether this is a safe gun to shoot reloads out of. I'm considering getting into reloading, and if it is safe, I'll order my...

Which is better? I'm considering picking one up as a target gun; I'm also purchasing a reloading press and want a solid .357 to shoot the product. I'm considering a 4 inch 686 (6 shot), or a 6 inch Python (preferably bright stainless). Obviously the Python is at least twice as much. Politics...

Well, after much thought, I've finally decided to spend the extra cash and go for the gusto with the Dillon 650. Now my question is which caliber? I've got a .45, 2 .40's, a bunch of 9mm's, a .357, and a few others. I prefer shooting the 9mm's, .40 and .45, but would also consider going with a...