If you start with Lee Hand loaders
I started with Lee loaders and started seeing savings right away because the loaders are pretty cheap, and it's all there, except for the components. It takes investment of time but I find that there is great conservation of movement using the hand loaders compared to a single stage press. If you have everything in front of you making each round takes about 45 seconds from start to finish. Since I saved money by doing this, I was able to get set up with a press over time as I shot more ammunition. And I agree with the other's comments that you will learn a LOT, it's a fun, satisfying part of the hobby and you can tailor your rounds for what you want. I load .38 special wadcutter target rounds to full .357 magnum and everything in between depending on what I want. I also load for a 30-06 and with the right powder I can load what is little more than a .22 in recoil (my family appreciates those) to big-game rounds. If I shoot enough, I may go to a progressive press one day.
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