22LR Revolver

[C.S.63]

Revolver M65

If you are going to buy a .22lr get a quality one and hang on to it they are a great life time investment.
Now reloading is also a little cost upfront but it is something if you hang on to it over the long run it will pay for it self tenfold.(great Hobby)
I was given a RCBS starter reloading kit for a XMAS present over 20 years ago and I could not even come close to count the number of rounds I have assembled, nothing like some .38spl WCs and SWCs at a 1/4 of what they cost in the stores.

Lets figure on the high side!!!!

1000 bullets shipped to the house 82.00 (.38SPL)
1000 primers at 40.00 a box
1Lb of powder 28.00
Total 150.00
divided by a 1000= .15each X 50 = 7.50

 

[snubbiefan]

If you're only dealing with 38-special....you can get the little "beat-n-bang" Lee loader and don't even need a press. Lee also makes that same little kit for several other calibers as well and they pop-up on places like e-bay for $25-$30 now-n-then.

 

[USBP SW]

If you want to experiment with the reloading angle and spend small money, I would suggest going with the Lee hand press. I use it even though I have a bench mounted press (I even used it in my work vehicle during down time), and you can even take it to the range. Try reloading and if you like it and I think you will, then invest more money and get a better and more complete set-up. Once you have made up your mind on loading then move on to bullet casting, it requires slightly more initial $ outlay. Midway USA is a good outlet for reloading equipment and you should be able to get started on little more than $100.00.

Midway product #'s:
Lee Hand Press #650614 ($39.99)
Lee .38/.357 Carbide Dies #418312 ($23.39)

Pick up components locally or better yet at a Gun Show.
Hard Cast Lead Bullets
Powder (you'll need to check the powders based on the scoop with the dies)
Primers

I would still suggest you get a good .22, I believe everyone should own at least one good .22.

If you need more info, feel free to ask, I or someone else will be happy to help you.

Good luck,
Steve