CBR Shadow 53 Posted August 5, 2011 Report Share Posted August 5, 2011 I want to get into reloading just for fun, and to save one buckshot / slug ammo. Is it reasonable to think I can save on these types of loads? So what is everything that I need, and where do you suggest I purchase it from? I've been spending a lot on buckshot ammo and want to give reloading a chance. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FORKLIFT352 63 Posted August 5, 2011 Report Share Posted August 5, 2011 It's very easy.....I shoot Fed. bulk and end up with a hundred empty hulls I load them up with 00. First and this is most important...get the Lyman shot shell reloading book.....and then... MEC Jr. Shotshell press ( ebay,craigs list, Midway...) I use Winchester 209 primers I also use Blue dot powder Fed. 12S4 wads and I get a 10 lb. Bag of 00 nickel plated buck frm Precision reloding. watch a you-tube vid and have at it.... The shot gun is the easyest to load for.. At this time I am casting my own 00 that is where you can really save.. Feel free to PM for help Good luck. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CBR Shadow 53 Posted August 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 5, 2011 Wow that's exactly the information I was looking for. Awesome - thanks! I'll look into getting those supplies. Do you use wheel weights for lead casting? I hear they're not making those out of lead anymore - is that right? Are there other common or cheap lead based items that you can melt down and use, or do you buy the lead directly from someone? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FORKLIFT352 63 Posted August 5, 2011 Report Share Posted August 5, 2011 Roto metals.....i haven't bought from them but it's about 2.00 a pound for Lynotype #2. And 3.00+ for the supper hard stuff.... www.castboolits.gunloads.com Gobbs of info.. ebay sells lead most times a buck or two a pound... but you never know the exact mix....no matter what the seller says...but when I get more exp. one can use most any mix. I would say for ones first time pay just a little more for known Lynno type #2....then one can get a feel for good lead and not trying flux the shit out and still not being sure about it. I got a Lee 1 oz. Slug mold and I cast about 100 of them so far.....thay aint the purdyest and I havent shot them yet but I sure they will shoot just fine... Today UPS should bring me a 18 cavity 00 buck mold and well shall see....LOL Let me know if you want a list of stuff for casting. I'm just starting out with casting and it's just as fun as reloading. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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