Hey a little help to a newbe please

[mgoodbar]

Hey guys. I have been slowly buying Lee Reloding stuff for a bit now and almost have everything. what Powder do you all recomend for

9mm M&P 9
45 APC M&P 45 were to get it online??
223.. M&P AR 15..

I still have to buy the tumbler and powder scale. Im using a Lee Classic Also, looking for primers and bullets online. I dont live any were near anyone that sells anything. so online is best. unless Basspro might carry it. there is one in Memphis TN. My Email is [email protected].. thanks for any help

 

[Bomberman]

I would recommend you get a really good reloading manual first (or two for that matter), read it and your other questions will be answered. Not trying to be a snot or anything, but there isn't a cut and dried answer for your question. It really depends on the bullet you want to shoot and at what speed you want it to go. Good luck.

 

[Steve in Vermont]

I returned to reloading several months ago and have saved myself a lot of headaches, and money, through this forum. I would suggest that along with a good manual (I like the Speer # 14) and ABC's of Reloading, you search this forum for specific information. Click "Search this Forum" and type in the subject. That will take you to past posts containing information on the subject. You can also Google search the same way. You're going to have a hundred questions to ask, from brass, powder, primers, bullet seating, etc, etc. Go slow, research carefully and ask this forum if needed. And there are good places to buy on-line, Midway and Cabelas are two I use. Good luck.

 

[CTSixshot]

Ditto the above...
You can go the simple route and buy one powder for the pistol rounds and one for the rifle. You won't find one powder for every caliber.
Study your loading manuals and see what powder is versatile (ie. has load data for most bullet varieties/weights in 9 and 45) and then see which of those is readily available for a decent price. You'll find some that might meter better than others, but you can work those details out as you gain experience.
Look for a powder in your load guides that has a broad use in 223 Rem and choose one of those by price and availability, too.
That will get you started. Again,you can fine-tune your selections as you gain experience.
Hazmat fees will add to your mail-order expense on powder and primers, so buy in bulk or combine orders with other reloaders, if possible. Or find a local source, if possible.

 

[chingachkook]

As Steve suggested you do need a reliable reloading manual or two and you need to read it/them cover to cover and understand it/them before starting your reloading. Completely understanding each step of the process is more important for you right now than a brand or type of powder. Also as Steve suggested the Speer #14 is an excellent manual to get you started.



Handloads.Com load data

Alliant Powder - Home

Hodgdon - The Gun Powder People

Reloading Pages of M.D. Smith

 

[OKFC05]

For the 9mm and .45, there are at least a baker's dozen powders that will work. I use HP38/Win231 (same powder) most often for both. Although I also use Titegroup for 9mm FMJ Precision Delta bullets, I'm don't favor it for cast bullets and .45s.
http://data.hodgdon.com/main_menu.asp

 

[mgoodbar]

Thanks guys. I do have 3 book's one from Lee Clasic. and the other 2 i can remember the name. I was just buying up supplies right now. I work full time and go to collage full time and have not had time to get into the books. I was planning to get into them hot and heavy this summer when i am out of Collage. I have no plan to load anything till i understand what i am doing. I love my fingers/face and want to keep them the way they are.. LOL I still have a tun of stuff to buy and was spending like 150 a month till i get everything together. Right now it is all in boxes it my bedroom..

 

[RH45]

VVN320 for 9mm, and .45 ACP

Varget for .223, with bullets 60 grain, or heavier. Winchester 748 for .223, with bullets lighter than 60 grain.

 

[mgoodbar]

cool deal... thanks man..