The Lee Classic Loader is "purist". You got to love the simplicity. I got fancy reloading equipment but make sure I get the Lee Classic for each caliber I load for. Good video!
The .308 is one of the most inherently accurate calibers available. Unlike other bench rest rounds it also leaves a blood trail. Good on deer out to 300 yards.
I use the Lee classic in .308 and .222 rem. I use a Lee powder scale and a brass cleaning tumbler, case trimmer, calliper gauge. If you take your time, you can produce some really good loads. I also have a pacific press. I still enjoy the art of hand loading with the the Lee classic.
The kit comes with the instructions listing safe bullet/powder combinations for the kit's dipper. The dipper that comes with the kit is of known volume and there is a table for each powder on Lee Precision website so you can calculate weight if want to check with reloading manual or used unlisted bullet/powder combination. No scales needed.
I had one and moved to a press. I even bought a fancy charge thrower and the whole works. labor saving devices, right? (HA! toys!) the charge thrower is a pain to get dialed in so I end up using my lee powder scoops and a scale. the kit is in my pack along with .270win. dies etc. I never ever ever run out of ammo...
@@lukewarmwater6412 AMEN on the charge thrower being a PIA! That is the one you mount to the press. What frustrated me was using a lee mold, Lee dies on a Lee Press while reading a Lee loading book AND still the book not having the info I need! “What do you mean you don’t print the load data for X WEIGHT BULLET!?!! It’s your mold!” I relied on the bench mounted powder dispenser using a caliper style to weigh each load… I mean it’s not like I’m making 1k of them.
I've used the Lee Classic Loader for years with very good success;instead of using a mallet I use an arbor press.Also the only limitation that the lee loader has is that the rounds supposedly do not work well in auto loaders.Other than that you will be using a tool that held the record for the smallest group at 1000 yards for 7 years in the 90's
I've recently got back into firearms (ex wife hated guns), this video inspires me to load my own ammo. I use to be a machinist, so this really hits a sweet spot with me. Thanks for the easy to follow video.
I got my first Lee Loader for Christmas when I was ten, It would load 12ga shells I loaded a lot of of shells with it, Now fifty years on I have Dillon loaders, But sometimes during a long winter night I load up some shells with the old Lee loader it sure takes me back. Thanks for the upload, good luck to all you shooters out there
I used to load this way for 303 British, making my own good quality facsimile of the MKVII military loading. My old Lithgow No.1MkIII* shot them beautifully. I'd make a few hundred in 2-3 hours, just put some music on, get in a groove and tap away. Miss those days, and really miss that rifle
I started enjoying reloading with a Lee classic loader as a young teen in 1979 & used them well into the 90’s & always made, better than factory ammo, tailored to my specific arms.
I started out with a Lee classic hand loader. I use a plastic mallet. The adapter for a power drill to drive the hand trimmer is well worth it. Once. I used a lee loader to reload during an informal match cause i didnt have enough brass cases. I won the match! Thanks for video!
I set a few primers off with mine, there was a small point or burr on the primer base like it wasn’t ground smooth. Dremel Tooled it and it worked, also made sure I used a solid base because a few primers didn’t seat fully. I like the lee loader though, once I got the bugs worked out it done very well.
Depends on your load and brass quality. I managed to load same Sako brass 10 times. You can regulate how deep you want a bullet to be seated so do it in small increments. If it is seated to deep, you need a tool to remove the bullet from the case if that is what you are asking. A kinetic hammer or special die.
Yes a good video!- i used one of these kits for many years with excellent results, & ive still got it!-& in 308- The only difference i used was a plastic headed mallet & a red plastic lee powder funnel-
The silent presentation worked for me. You were able to provide a lot of information. Too many posters jabber on with useless or inaccurate information. And for those music critics, what did you want him to play, the Irish jig?
Excellent video, it's inspired me to give reloading a go when I get my 308 rifle. I wanted something simple and cheap... but I've ordered scales to verify I'm not overdoing it. Hopefully the Lee Classic Loader isn't like a gateway drug, because I don't have the money or space for a fancy press.
A tip for removing ONE primer from the tray... use a piece of scotch brand tape. The primer will easily stick to it and you can take just one, instead of dumping many into your hand. Love your videos! - okhomestead
I use to use a Lee Loader for my M-1 Carbine ammunition. Loads of fun, every now and then a primer or a bullet would not seat properly, but you could fix that. Simple and straight forward.
At 1:56 if you are not going to use a drill to turn the cartridges the holder is not necessary. At 3:44 I would use case lube on the case. A tiny press that presses the dies will work better!
Have reloaded about 1000 rounds of my match .308 this way, very consistent, very accurate... Have also used to reload my subsonics for use with my suppressor, have not been disappointed yet...
Great video. I have 4 of these Lee loaders and find they work very well and are almost as fast as using a press, but it does get tiresome if loading large quantities. I use plastic mallet rather than a hammer. I've never had a primer explode while loading this way. I load .223, .243, 6.5mm and .303 calibres. Here in Canada these loaders cost around $33 or so.
Great video. I have used these handy loaders for 243 and 44 Mag. Not fast but easy and effective. Going to reload for my 308 soon.One thing I have not done is use the primer and case cleaner/ deburrer. I need to get that tool.It's a good idea to weigh your powder from your dipper occasionally just to make sure your loads are keeping with your receipt.
Nice video. It's an older video, but you cover the basics. Depriming, chamfering, resizing, etc. Good. What I didn't see was trim to length. Also, a pet peeve of mine - use of a regular hammer. It should be a soft face (brass, nylon, copper, etc), or dead blow hammer. Regular hammers will peen the tools, and shorten working life.
Without hurrying through my first time at hand-loading, I was able to do 60 rounds of .30-30 in less than about 1 1/2 hours, start to finish, using a Lee hand press. I imagine it would have been as fast with the Lee Loader kit.
I bought a Savage Axis in .308, did a poor man's trigger job and got a 3x9 50mm scope. The best I could do with many different factory ammo was about 2" groups at 100 yds. I purchased the Lee Classic and learned how to use it. I now get sub MOA at 100 yards and 1.25 inch groups at 200 yards. If you have a small budget and only shoot 100 rounds per year I highly suggest getting the Lee Classic Loader.
+James Main That's because they neck-size only, and fired cartridges from your firearm fit your chamber perfectly. It really is a super tool for the casual loader.
I would suggest a soft faced mallet to increase tool longevity. Other than that small quip fantastic video, I mainly load on Dillon presses but enjoy breaking out my hand dies for simple relaxation and loading once in a while
The purpose of de-burring is not to turn the case neck into cigar punch. The whole idea of this process is to get rid of sharp edges that might cut into the bullet during seating. The case mouth needs to be a square ledge not a knife edge, and although that feature is not that important for 308, some calibers headspace of that ledge. A few *gentle* twists is enough to get rid of brass burrs.
Very impressive never knew about this tool, simple no need for extremly expensive equipment, sir you just showed me how spoiled we can become herecin north america
Depends on how much you shoot. If you're a target shooter who can go through hundreds of rounds in a weekend, this loader can get a little tedious. No full length resizing, either.
As far as case life that depends on a few factors. 1. Type of brass 2. How many times Has it been used 3. How hot of a round you are making. I have some 357mag brass that has over 7 reloads and others with 3. If I load them to max it usally splits the shell . It Will take awhile to recoup cost but in the end if done right you will have better than factory ammo which is why I do it. This video is good and is one out of many ways to Load ammo just not the most accurate as he used a powder spoon not a scale which may explain the flyer shot at the end.
This is exactly how I started reloading some forty-(mumble) years ago. THESE WORK. The only thing I do differently today is I use a press for sizing, depriming, priming, and bullet seating. I also use a powder thrower and scale for rifle reloading, but for pistol, I use the yellow dippers. I use every other tool you show in this video. GREAT instructional video, THANK YOU! It doesn't cost a fortune to START reloading... the rest of the expense is between you and your bride. I suggest investing prior to marriage, or failing that, BETWEEN marriages. Sometimes, this is the only way you are going to get ammo for your firearm. Oh, and my caliper isn't one of those new-fangled battery-operated digital models like yours, it's a Starrett dial caliper, a step up from my grandfather's Vernier caliper ( which by the way works JUST FINE too. )
Loaded many rounds with a Lee Loader, still have two 30-30 and 222 Remington. However full length sizing is not possible with this tool. In the old days you could purchase a drive iin die from Lyman to perform this task. As far as sparks go use a plastic face hammer.
Those dies are great for reloading in the field or camp. I would advise people to trim and chamfer after re sizing since the case length can change during re sizing and to not handle primers bare handed due to the potential for skin oil contamination. Also it is important to note that the powder measure needs to be adjusted by either packing wax paper in it or trimming it down depending on the powder used and the charge you would like in order to get the right measure.
Your process is fine and I am sure your rounds will shoot good. It is a great hobby. Here a some tips that you can do to step to the next level. Measure the cases after trimming for safety. Use a small amount sizing lube for loading ease. before sizing, Choose a powder that almost fills the case to the top for the best accuracy. A reloader press will do a the job easier. You can find them cheep on e-bay.
+Thomas Harrell It is one of my first videos, I moved to using press and dies couple of years ago. Hand loading is very addictive... Thanks for your comment
In my country brasses are very expensive so this is very interesting. How cheap is to reload? For example if x is the cost of a new catridge, how much will it cost to refill it? (Without thinking in the reloading gear). Thanks for sharing!!!
All good and these kits are an excellent design, but use a rubber mallet not a steel hammer....that way your re-loading tools will still look like new in twenty years time. (A tiny bit safer too when working around powder).
If anyone is wondering where to get and how much those calipers are the measure the complete rounds length they can be bought off ebay for around $8 Au delivered from china with two batteries. They are very good value for money as I just started hand loading recently
love these loaders I have a few...best part is you can take em with you anywhere...work up loads right at the range or reload in the bush when hunting.
everyone says not to go with the lee classic, it's too slow and labor intensive. I disagree. I think it's an excellent kit, and if swinging a hammer lightly a few times per round is too much for someone with no physical problems, they probably can't handle shooting. plus, it forces you to pay attention because every step is done by hand. for as little as I would reload, it would work fine for me. sure I can by the lee hand press for about the same price but that doesn't include the dies or anything.
MASTER SHREDDER I’m sure they’re prob just saying it’s slow compared to almost every other method... which it is... Damn... grew up obsessed with Ninja Turtles... your YT prof name just took me wayyy back 🤘🏼
First time seeing a bullet reload. Kind of surprised at the amount of percussion used, I always assumed things were pressed together with torque or pressure machines to avoid setting off the primer or accelerant. Neat.
This is a old school way of reloading. I still have mine for a 357mag but I use a rcbs single stage now. Much more productive and enjoyable. I suggest go on Amazon and buy a lee starter kit for about 120 bucks. Make sure you have a sturdy bench to our you will find out real quick powder likes to jump out of shells. And stuff fall over every where. This type of reloading in his vidio is way more daunting that using a press. A powder scale will also aid in more accurate loads. Lees equipment is ok for a beginner and will get the job done. I suggest getting the lyman 49th edition reloading man. About 20 on Amazon. It has very good info and lots of powder info for each cal. And projectile. If you like it like I do you will end up buying manuals from many company's. Always keep a updated book. Powders do change and the info may be outdated and can possibly leed to injury, gun damage or a bullet stuck in the barrel. Do your research and enjoy. Its a very relaxing hobby and you will have the satisfaction of making your own rounds.
Only one question. Why it's only for bolt action rifles???? Maybe resizing only the neck could produce disruption in a semiauto rifle??? Another reason I don't know. Do you know?? Could you tell me please???
Thanks for your video. I would suggest using a plastic hammer. That steel hammer has mushroomed your tools and I would guess is damaging your brass as you resize. Probably more of a chance to set the primers off while seating the primers too. I've had large rifle primers go off while using my Lee Loaders & it's very loud and pushes the priming rod out pretty hard. Wear safety glasses for sure.
Hammering in the primer is perfectly safe. This tool has been in existence for well over 50 years, and has been used safely by reloaders for that entire time. However, don't use a metal hammer like this guy, as it peens the end of the tools. Use a plastic mallet. (I use a small dead-blow hammer)
Keep in mind that a classic Lee loader, only neck sizes, if you use cases shot out of another rifle you may have the mother of all jams, with a loaded cartridge. (Don't ask me how I know) Any good mechanic knows that less than a 7% taper is a positive lock. Think flywheel a lawn mower engine. Also Harbor Freight has hammers, with rubber on one side and hard plastic on the other. You booger up your cases with a metal one. And also the tooling
i had one of these personally a great way to start reloading and learn the principals and understand the dangers had a primer go off a few times not as bad as you think
+TheCharillz23 Exactly, cheap as chips and shows the process. If after some time of using one decides reloading is not their thing it is only $50 not the full setup with press and dies.
+RoeStalker i had signs of over pressure some that couldn't even seat the bullet and one that even over pressured so much that the rim of the case tore off when trying to extract
great video. Thanks for links in description. I purchased all items listed and cant wait to start reloading myself. I hope Lee provides you with some kind of sponsorship! lol
I've been dealing with firearms professionally for close to seventy years and the right guy can take this simple lee loader and produce high quality ammo. Pacience and diligence will get you more than the new whanger dangger tech than stupid with money.
Finally a video that doesnt tell their life story before actually showing what to do. Straight to the point and no commentary. Great video
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using this around the camp fire with a small bag of bullets, primers and powder after a day of shooting is therapy.
The Lee Classic Loader is "purist". You got to love the simplicity. I got fancy reloading equipment but make sure I get the Lee Classic for each caliber I load for. Good video!
The .308 is one of the most inherently accurate calibers available. Unlike other bench rest rounds it also leaves a blood trail. Good on deer out to 300 yards.
When I shot a “deer” it screamed in pain shouting “ahhh the pain” I didn’t know deer could talk
@@nickvalhalla1640 Of course they can talk. Some even have a southern accent.
Farther than that. These things will do it everytime with proper bullet placement.
I use the Lee classic in .308 and .222 rem.
I use a Lee powder scale and a brass cleaning tumbler, case trimmer, calliper gauge. If you take your time, you can produce some really good loads. I also have a pacific press. I still enjoy the art of hand loading with the the Lee classic.
Great video. Thanks for not talking for 5 minutes before starting and making it nice and easy to understand without a bunch of jabbering.
The kit comes with the instructions listing safe bullet/powder combinations for the kit's dipper. The dipper that comes with the kit is of known volume and there is a table for each powder on Lee Precision website so you can calculate weight if want to check with reloading manual or used unlisted bullet/powder combination. No scales needed.
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That looks like a lot of fun and very affordable! It's great that there are still kits like these sold and not just large press setups.
I had one and moved to a press. I even bought a fancy charge thrower and the whole works. labor saving devices, right? (HA! toys!) the charge thrower is a pain to get dialed in so I end up using my lee powder scoops and a scale. the kit is in my pack along with .270win. dies etc.
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@@lukewarmwater6412 AMEN on the charge thrower being a PIA! That is the one you mount to the press. What frustrated me was using a lee mold, Lee dies on a Lee Press while reading a Lee loading book AND still the book not having the info I need! “What do you mean you don’t print the load data for X WEIGHT BULLET!?!! It’s your mold!” I relied on the bench mounted powder dispenser using a caliper style to weigh each load… I mean it’s not like I’m making 1k of them.
I've used the Lee Classic Loader for years with very good success;instead of using a mallet I use an arbor press.Also the only limitation that the lee loader has is that the rounds supposedly do not work well in auto loaders.Other than that you will be using a tool that held the record for the smallest group at 1000 yards for 7 years in the 90's
Did my first reloading the other day. Works great on the range. All thanks to this tutorial
I've recently got back into firearms (ex wife hated guns), this video inspires me to load my own ammo. I use to be a machinist, so this really hits a sweet spot with me. Thanks for the easy to follow video.
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I got my first Lee Loader for Christmas when I was ten, It would load 12ga shells I loaded a lot of of shells with it,
Now fifty years on I have Dillon loaders, But sometimes during a long winter night I load up some shells with the old Lee loader it sure takes me back.
Thanks for the upload, good luck to all you shooters out there
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Did you ever have any primers go off when reloading?
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I used to load this way for 303 British, making my own good quality facsimile of the MKVII military loading. My old Lithgow No.1MkIII* shot them beautifully.
I'd make a few hundred in 2-3 hours, just put some music on, get in a groove and tap away.
Miss those days, and really miss that rifle
I started enjoying reloading with a Lee classic loader as a young teen in 1979 & used them well into the 90’s & always made, better than factory ammo, tailored to my specific arms.
Glad you find my videos interesting, all the best, Greg
I started out with a Lee classic hand loader. I use a plastic mallet. The adapter for a power drill to drive the hand trimmer is well worth it. Once. I used a lee loader to reload during an informal match cause i didnt have enough brass cases. I won the match! Thanks for video!
Nice job and right to the “point”.
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I set a few primers off with mine, there was a small point or burr on the primer base like it wasn’t ground smooth. Dremel Tooled it and it worked, also made sure I used a solid base because a few primers didn’t seat fully.
I like the lee loader though, once I got the bugs worked out it done very well.
I love this video. I reloaded my first rifle round with a Lee Classic Loader for my 30-30 over 30 years ago. What a blast of the past.
Depends on your load and brass quality. I managed to load same Sako brass 10 times.
You can regulate how deep you want a bullet to be seated so do it in small increments. If it is seated to deep, you need a tool to remove the bullet from the case if that is what you are asking. A kinetic hammer or special die.
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How u regulate it? Don’t beat it so hard with a 16oz claw hammer? Lol
Used to reload .303 British. These are good tools for calibers that are expensive and/or don't have good factory options.
Recently bought my own kit with also small electronic weigh scale
Learned a lot from your vid series....very interesting
Glad to hear that
I used a lee loader over 30 years ago for my 41 mag. Brings back long forgotten memories thanks.
one of the best videos on hand reloading I've seen so far. nice paced, clearly showing steps. thank you very much
Yes a good video!- i used one of these kits for many years with excellent results, & ive still got it!-& in 308-
The only difference i used was a plastic headed mallet & a red plastic lee powder funnel-
The silent presentation worked for me. You were able to provide a lot of information. Too many posters jabber on with useless or inaccurate information. And for those music critics, what did you want him to play, the Irish jig?
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Excellent video, it's inspired me to give reloading a go when I get my 308 rifle. I wanted something simple and cheap... but I've ordered scales to verify I'm not overdoing it. Hopefully the Lee Classic Loader isn't like a gateway drug, because I don't have the money or space for a fancy press.
A tip for removing ONE primer from the tray... use a piece of scotch brand tape. The primer will easily stick to it and you can take just one, instead of dumping many into your hand. Love your videos! - okhomestead
I use to use a Lee Loader for my M-1 Carbine ammunition. Loads of fun, every now and then a primer or a bullet would not seat properly, but you could fix that. Simple and straight forward.
Yes they are. I have new Lee Ergo Prime with red handle very pleased with it.
At 1:56 if you are not going to use a drill to turn the cartridges the holder is not necessary.
At 3:44 I would use case lube on the case. A tiny press that presses the dies will work better!
Glad you like it, happy reloading!
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Have reloaded about 1000 rounds of my match .308 this way, very consistent, very accurate... Have also used to reload my subsonics for use with my suppressor, have not been disappointed yet...
Da Spud I would not fancy loading 1000 cases with this, but it is a good tool.
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I used a couple of those 50 years ago. It saved a high school kid a lot of his hard earned money, and worked just fine (although a bit slow).
Great video. I have 4 of these Lee loaders and find they work very well and are almost as fast as using a press, but it does get tiresome if loading large quantities. I use plastic mallet rather than a hammer. I've never had a primer explode while loading this way. I load .223, .243, 6.5mm and .303 calibres.
Here in Canada these loaders cost around $33 or so.
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Great video. I have used these handy loaders for 243 and 44 Mag. Not fast but easy and effective. Going to reload for my 308 soon.One thing I have not done is use the primer and case cleaner/ deburrer. I need to get that tool.It's a good idea to weigh your powder from your dipper occasionally just to make sure your loads are keeping with your receipt.
Hey, Did you try reloading 308, if yes, how did it go? Thanks
Nice video. It's an older video, but you cover the basics. Depriming, chamfering, resizing, etc. Good. What I didn't see was trim to length. Also, a pet peeve of mine - use of a regular hammer. It should be a soft face (brass, nylon, copper, etc), or dead blow hammer. Regular hammers will peen the tools, and shorten working life.
I have one of these for each caliber I own and I bought my grandkids one for each of their firearms , handy bugout kit item
Without hurrying through my first time at hand-loading, I was able to do 60 rounds of .30-30 in less than about 1 1/2 hours, start to finish, using a Lee hand press. I imagine it would have been as fast with the Lee Loader kit.
I bought a Savage Axis in .308, did a poor man's trigger job and got a 3x9 50mm scope. The best I could do with many different factory ammo was about 2" groups at 100 yds. I purchased the Lee Classic and learned how to use it. I now get sub MOA at 100 yards and 1.25 inch groups at 200 yards. If you have a small budget and only shoot 100 rounds per year I highly suggest getting the Lee Classic Loader.
+James Main That's because they neck-size only, and fired cartridges from your firearm fit your chamber perfectly. It really is a super tool for the casual loader.
I would suggest a soft faced mallet to increase tool longevity. Other than that small quip fantastic video, I mainly load on Dillon presses but enjoy breaking out my hand dies for simple relaxation and loading once in a while
The purpose of de-burring is not to turn the case neck into cigar punch. The whole idea of this process is to get rid of sharp edges that might cut into the bullet during seating. The case mouth needs to be a square ledge not a knife edge, and although that feature is not that important for 308, some calibers headspace of that ledge. A few *gentle* twists is enough to get rid of brass burrs.
Very impressive never knew about this tool, simple no need for extremly expensive equipment, sir you just showed me how spoiled we can become herecin north america
Glad you found this video informative. Thanks for watching
Depends on how much you shoot. If you're a target shooter who can go through hundreds of rounds in a weekend, this loader can get a little tedious. No full length resizing, either.
usually I trim after I resize. the case may extrude to a greater length in the resizing process. I never knew you could buy a kit like this
ean carlson They've been around since the 60s at least. This was the original Lee product before they started making presses.
Thanks. that was the idea. I also started reloading with the Lee Classic Loader and then progressed to reloading press.
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As far as case life that depends on a few factors.
1. Type of brass
2. How many times Has it been used
3. How hot of a round you are making.
I have some 357mag brass that has over 7 reloads and others with 3. If I load them to max it usally splits the shell .
It Will take awhile to recoup cost but in the end if done right you will have better than factory ammo which is why I do it. This video is good and is one out of many ways to Load ammo just not the most accurate as he used a powder spoon not a scale which may explain the flyer shot at the end.
This is great choice for someone who wants to try reloading.
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This is exactly how I started reloading some forty-(mumble) years ago. THESE WORK. The only thing I do differently today is I use a press for sizing, depriming, priming, and bullet seating. I also use a powder thrower and scale for rifle reloading, but for pistol, I use the yellow dippers. I use every other tool you show in this video. GREAT instructional video, THANK YOU! It doesn't cost a fortune to START reloading... the rest of the expense is between you and your bride. I suggest investing prior to marriage, or failing that, BETWEEN marriages. Sometimes, this is the only way you are going to get ammo for your firearm. Oh, and my caliper isn't one of those new-fangled battery-operated digital models like yours, it's a Starrett dial caliper, a step up from my grandfather's Vernier caliper ( which by the way works JUST FINE too. )
Loaded many rounds with a Lee Loader, still have two 30-30 and 222 Remington. However full length sizing is not possible with this tool. In the old days you could purchase a drive iin die from Lyman to perform this task. As far as sparks go use a plastic face hammer.
Those dies are great for reloading in the field or camp.
I would advise people to trim and chamfer after re sizing since the case length can change during re sizing and to not handle primers bare handed due to the potential for skin oil contamination. Also it is important to note that the powder measure needs to be adjusted by either packing wax paper in it or trimming it down depending on the powder used and the charge you would like in order to get the right measure.
Cheers, happy reloading!
Your process is fine and I am sure your rounds will shoot good.
It is a great hobby.
Here a some tips that you can do to step to the next level.
Measure the cases after trimming for safety.
Use a small amount sizing lube for loading ease. before sizing,
Choose a powder that almost fills the case to the top for the best accuracy.
A reloader press will do a the job easier. You can find them cheep on e-bay.
+Thomas Harrell It is one of my first videos, I moved to using press and dies couple of years ago. Hand loading is very addictive... Thanks for your comment
Glad you found something new from the vid. Yes, you can reuse spent cases, reload them so you rifle shoots better and save money at the same time.
In my country brasses are very expensive so this is very interesting. How cheap is to reload? For example if x is the cost of a new catridge, how much will it cost to refill it? (Without thinking in the reloading gear). Thanks for sharing!!!
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I went and ordered one of those kits because of your video. I should have it this week sometime. Thank you so much.
Wow, actually a real hand loading video.
I’ve always seen “hand load videos” use presses and tools haha
Awesome look back at the older simpler ways.
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Congratulations, you video is outstanding. Very good music and lots of information.
God bless you and all around.
All good and these kits are an excellent design, but use a rubber mallet not a steel hammer....that way your re-loading tools will still look like new in twenty years time. (A tiny bit safer too when working around powder).
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I used to load 303 British to MkVII military spec using one of these back in the day.
Great video, simple and to the point. Thank you
What's thing this guy doing. I don't understand her
Jolly Massawe removing used primer from old brass.
If anyone is wondering where to get and how much those calipers are the measure the complete rounds length they can be bought off ebay for around $8 Au delivered from china with two batteries. They are very good value for money as I just started hand loading recently
love these loaders I have a few...best part is you can take em with you anywhere...work up loads right at the range or reload in the bush when hunting.
everyone says not to go with the lee classic, it's too slow and labor intensive. I disagree. I think it's an excellent kit, and if swinging a hammer lightly a few times per round is too much for someone with no physical problems, they probably can't handle shooting. plus, it forces you to pay attention because every step is done by hand. for as little as I would reload, it would work fine for me.
sure I can by the lee hand press for about the same price but that doesn't include the dies or anything.
simply is as simply gets. thanks nice video
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Awsome video sir ,no words no bs, no ads thanks
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U doing such a awesome job i understand the whole idea of bullets
It’s been a long time since I’ve loaded that primitively. Nothing wrong with it
To anyone saying that this is slow...Its really not, when you get a groove goin...I crank out a 100 rounds of .308 outta this exact setup in 2hrs.
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I’m sure they’re prob just saying it’s slow compared to almost every other method... which it is...
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And if all you are using them for is hunting itll be all you need
First time seeing a bullet reload. Kind of surprised at the amount of percussion used, I always assumed things were pressed together with torque or pressure machines to avoid setting off the primer or accelerant. Neat.
You're supposed to trim after resizing the brass, not before.
He re sizes before and after trimming if you pay attention
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This is a old school way of reloading. I still have mine for a 357mag but I use a rcbs single stage now. Much more productive and enjoyable. I suggest go on Amazon and buy a lee starter kit for about 120 bucks. Make sure you have a sturdy bench to our you will find out real quick powder likes to jump out of shells. And stuff fall over every where. This type of reloading in his vidio is way more daunting that using a press. A powder scale will also aid in more accurate loads. Lees equipment is ok for a beginner and will get the job done. I suggest getting the lyman 49th edition reloading man. About 20 on Amazon. It has very good info and lots of powder info for each cal. And projectile. If you like it like I do you will end up buying manuals from many company's. Always keep a updated book. Powders do change and the info may be outdated and can possibly leed to injury, gun damage or a bullet stuck in the barrel. Do your research and enjoy. Its a very relaxing hobby and you will have the satisfaction of making your own rounds.
Only one question.
Why it's only for bolt action rifles???? Maybe resizing only the neck could produce disruption in a semiauto rifle???
Another reason I don't know. Do you know??
Could you tell me please???
Yes, for safety and reliability reasons in semiauto you need the case dimensions back to original saami spec
I have these in .308 .223 .38 & 9mm well done.
7:58 you're shooting at the music's rhythm, haha.
BTW, nice video!
I started reloading withe the Lee Classic Reloader back in the late 70s. I soon after found me a used Lyman Spartan C type press and still use it!!!
Thanks for an excellent and most helpful video!
Great music too!
Glad you like it.
Thanks for your video. I would suggest using a plastic hammer. That steel hammer has mushroomed your tools and I would guess is damaging your brass as you resize. Probably more of a chance to set the primers off while seating the primers too. I've had large rifle primers go off while using my Lee Loaders & it's very loud and pushes the priming rod out pretty hard. Wear safety glasses for sure.
Hammering in the primer is perfectly safe. This tool has been in existence for well over 50 years, and has been used safely by reloaders for that entire time. However, don't use a metal hammer like this guy, as it peens the end of the tools. Use a plastic mallet. (I use a small dead-blow hammer)
I use a wooden mallet. Been using my Lee loader for around 20 years, with no I'll effect!
Keep in mind that a classic Lee loader, only neck sizes, if you use cases shot out of another rifle you may have the mother of all jams, with a loaded cartridge. (Don't ask me how I know) Any good mechanic knows that less than a 7% taper is a positive lock. Think flywheel a lawn mower engine. Also Harbor Freight has hammers, with rubber on one side and hard plastic on the other. You booger up your cases with a metal one. And also the tooling
thanks for the info.. going to ask my local gunshop if they sell one in .308..
If not search for Lee Precision they usually have most popular cartridges available online
+John Doe leeprecision.com/case-conditioning-tools/case-trimming-tools/ It was case length gauge, cutter and stud.
I started using the lee's reloaded and wow the difference in my groupings now has improved heaps
This video put me to sleep so many times idk why, Satisfying asf
An outstanding vídeo.
"A word to the wise it's enough"
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Thanks for watching
I never can get consistent oal with those, I own a bunch but keep them from emergencies because they at least make ammo that goes bang
Thanks for your sharing. It's just wonderful！
+喻心怡 Glad you like it
Есть же ручной пресс, молотком снаряжоный патрон, может и ничего, но по моему лишнее. При засыпке пороха надо оббивать, иначе масса сильно пляшет.
Glad you find it useful.
i had one of these personally a great way to start reloading and learn the principals and understand the dangers had a primer go off a few times not as bad as you think
+TheCharillz23 Exactly, cheap as chips and shows the process. If after some time of using one decides reloading is not their thing it is only $50 not the full setup with press and dies.
+RoeStalker the power scoop is NOT accurate though
+TheCharillz23 Doesn't have to be, but it is consistent enough to develop a good safe load.
+RoeStalker i had signs of over pressure some that couldn't even seat the bullet and one that even over pressured so much that the rim of the case tore off when trying to extract
+TheCharillz23 I only have experience with the .308 and the load data looked very conservative. I had no problems using it.
great video. Thanks for links in description. I purchased all items listed and cant wait to start reloading myself. I hope Lee provides you with some kind of sponsorship! lol
Very nice change from seeing single stage/auto indexing, goes to show this can work fine! Thanks.
It works fine and end result is no worse than when using a press. Just not ideal when loading a lot...
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I used to have one of those to feed my o3a3 Springfield. Made great ammo , it was just a bit slow.
So my 12 years old friend was watching this video
I am proud of him
I reloaded Sako brass 5 or 6 times and it still looks strong, I guess 10 times is not unrealistic.
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Started reloading rifles with one of these.243 shot a lot of ground hogs
If I miss one stage from this then I will see funny things on paper.
I have loaded many 38spc with a Lee Classic. Never had a problem.
It is really nice and simple tool, I never had any problems either and made just accurate ammo with it as with the press...
Best part is you will piss off many people that spent $1000 on their equipment shooting as well with bits and pieces costing $25 and a hammer LOL
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I've been dealing with firearms professionally for close to seventy years and the right guy can take this simple lee loader and produce high quality ammo. Pacience and diligence will get you more than the new whanger dangger tech than stupid with money.
I love the lee load all I have a 4hole turret and a loadmaster I still love my load all
Doubt that
Ever heard of a non-marring hammer?
Reloading will give you precession accuracy. Nice technic