What tools are actually needed to reload?

Just don't buy any cheap electronic scale! They drift like crazy - you start out loading 3.1 grains and in fifteen minutes it still says 3.1 but you're actually loading 4.2. Penny wise pound foolish, that. Not to mention dangerous.

Agree that a Lee Loader is a perfectly good way to start. It'll make you think about what each operation does, and that will make you a better reloader in the long run. Dunno if they make one for your cartridge, though.

And hey! Don't run down the "whack-a-mole" seater. I still use handmade versions for my Hornet and .22-3000 Lovell. They're more accurate than most press dies.
 
For pistol cartridges, you can get off to a very good start, and possibly acceptable finish with:
- a case-cleaning device, such as a tumbler/vibrator or etc. to clean fired cases.
- A Lee handpress tool, and a die set for your caliber(s).
- A set of Lee volumetric powder measure dippers
- A Lee loading manual
- A Lee AutoPrime manual priming tool
- A set of "loading blocks" --- plastic trays, similar to icecube trays, to hold cases upright/in position
- A beam-balance powder scale, to keep the Lee powder dippers "honest".
- A case-mouth chamfering/deburring tool
- Calipers to measure case/overall cartridge length, etc.

You'll eventually want to add some other tools, such as a case trimming device, etc., but this inexpensive kit will get you started at low cost, fair efficiency, and the ability to test and refine your loads, a few at a time, rather than in large lots. These simple tools can be used at the kitchen counter, for example, and don't require dedicated shop space --- a real advantage for the beginning reloader. Good Luck, and HTH.
 
Spend as much as you are able on your calipers and scales. Regardless of the machine you choose, your measurements will always be critical.
 
I really appreciate everyone's help. I'm waiting for my manuals to come in so I can read them and go from there. :)

Looks like a turret system might be the way to go to start out for me. It would be nice to be able to set the dies for what I need and then not have to reset them. Albeit just check them here and there to make sure nothing has changed. :)

But, again, I really do appreciate everyone's input on this and it has helped me immensely! Thank you!

Mat
 
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