Welcome from West Linn OR. I got into handloading about 47 years ago, as it was the only way to keep my prize 6" Mod. 28 Highway Patrolman fed on a regular basis; and that's when ammo was really Cheep, as compared to today's situation. I enjoy the whole process, and load most rifle cartridges on my original RCBS A-2 press, which is a very heavy frame press. I have 2 Dillon 350's that I use for all my handgun loading; 10 calibers in all from .380 to .45 Long Colt. I was a Bullseye shooter for 8 years and cast my own bullets for my Series 70 Colt .45acp Gold Cup and .38/.357 mag. Fortunately, I hoarded several hundred pounds of wheel weights, lino-type and a hundred pounds of 50-50 solder, so one of these days I'll get back to casting.
This is a great Forum, with lots of very knowledgeable and helpful members who will bend over backwards to help you with any questions you may have. Seek help when you want it and give back when and where you can.