Been casting for 35+ years and still enjoy it. I have moulds from LBT, NEI, Lyman, RCBS, SAECO, and even one Lee(cause nobody else makes one). The equipment isn't cheap. Buy a heater for the lubri-sizer. A cast iron pot and a propane stove works fine outside or in the garage and the ladles are easy to use. I have two RCBS 20 pounders. One for hard cast and one for soft lead roundballs. I shoot a lot of muzzle loaders and I can cast the best size for the bore. You will probably enjoy casting if You like to tinker.