by BigDog58 on Sat Feb 22, 2020 9:17 pm
I started in 2012 and my first reload was 30 Carbine. I still remember going to Bill's (Robbinsdale) with a friend, and firing that 1st round. I still have the case. I had the friends move behind me for that 1st round, hoping there wasn't a "Kaboom". Thankfully, the 1st round was a bullseye and no "kaboom".
In 2013, I went over to meet and get training from OldmanFCSA. His training saved me many years of trial and error, and I made a Great Friend, from that 1st meeting. I now load 26 different calibers ranging from .380 ACP thru 50 BMG. I still blame OldmanFCSA for getting me hooked on 50 BMG and 1000 yard competition (so does my wife).
I started off with a little Lee "C" Press, and quickly moved to a Lee Classic Turret Press, that I still use today. I also have the Lee "O" Single Stage Press, and a Lee Loadmaster progressive press. I load all of my rifle rounds (except the 50) on either the Lee Classic Turret or the Lee "O" Press and nearly all my pistol loads on the Loadmaster. I load my 50 rounds on a Hornady 50 BMG Press. I utilize the Lee Bench mount system for mounting all y presses. I have a small area and bench, so I change presses as the need arises. I can change presses in less than 2 minutes, which I love. OldManFCSA made me a special mounting adapter (He's an Amazing Machinist) to fit the Lee Mounting System. I was going to share a picture of the mount, but I get an error telling me the file is an "invalid" file, even though it's a .jpg file.
I've helped several people that Oldman sent my way, get started in reloading. I'm about to assist a new reloader that's having troubles with his Classic Turret, and get him headed in the right direction. I'm thankful for the chance to meet so many good people that love shooting and reloading.
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