Getting into the world of reloading isn’t without its difficulty. There’s gear to acquire, vocabulary to learn, and processes to understand. Like any other hobby, there is a significant learning curve to reloading that must be conquered before you will feel comfortable, efficient, and competent. It takes time and effort.
At Titan Reloading, we love seeing new people learning how to reload their own ammo. That’s one reason we offer free monthly reloading workshops for anyone who wants to come by and learn. But there are many common questions we hear from new customers, and the most common is, “What reloading supplies / equipment do I need to start reloading on my own?”
We usually suggest the basic kit for starters consisting of a single-stage “O” press, a die for each caliber you intend to load, case lubricant for resizing, a priming tool (preferably one that allows for priming off-press), a scale for measuring charges, a powder thrower, a funnel for cleanliness, blocks for your ammo, and a caliper and trimming tool for measuring and trimming stretched shells. You’ll also need a funnel to keep your workspace clean (and to stop yourself from wasting or spilling powder), a deburring tool, and a primer pocket cleanser. And don’t forget your reloading manual, as this will ensure you’re following the correct procedure for optimum, safe results.
If you’re brand new to reloading supplies, that probably looks like quite a bit of equipment. But once you develop an understanding of how each component fits into the reloading workflow, you’ll see why it’s not possible to safely reload ammunition with anything less. Reloading supplies represent a large initial investment for more control over your ammo and more savings over time — don’t forget that reloading your own ammunition allows you to save up to 60 percent off the cost of factory ammo.
For more information about reloading supplies or our workshop please visit www.titanreloading.com or contact us at 262.244.7023 with any questions.