Any reloading clinics in the Central MD area?

[Kingpin008]

Specifically the Columbia/Laurel/Ellicott City area? I keep going back and forth about whether it's the right time for me to start learning to reload, and the one big thing stopping me is the fact that if I decided to go ahead and buy the gear, I'd be going into it cold. I'd really, really like to be able to sit in a class and get a basic first-hand overview of what all is involved, so I can better gauge if it's something I can devote the proper time and attention to or not.

So, anybody know of any classes or demonstrations going on? Any help is greatly appreciated!

 

[K31]

I've checked on the NRA page before and they never seem to offer a course in Md.

There was a guy in Alexandra who regularly gave the course and it's only one day, if you're interested.

Other than that you can check this website for an instructor near you and see if they'll teach you: http://www.reload-nrma.com/NRAinstruc.html

They also have some great tutorial and safety info on that site.

 

[Kingpin008]

Cool, I'll check it out. I just really wish there were some other options, ya know?

 

[mike_in_md]

My gun club did something like that for shotgun reloading during a monthly meeting we held last year, but I know of nothing scheduled. I recommend that you buy a reloading manual and spend a night reading that. I also recommend checking out youtube...there are quite a few demonstrations I think that are as good as going to a reloading clinic.

What are you planning to reload? How many rounds per year do you want to shoot? It's easy to recommend a setup with the answers to those questions.

 

[Kingpin008]

Mike - I'll keep an eye out for a reloading manual, and I've seen some of the videos on youtube. I don't really have an idea of what/how much I'd be reloading yet, because I'm still trying to find out if reloading is something that I can even enjoy, ya know? I mean, I know that there are definite reasons for reloading and it can be extremely rewarding in a lot of ways, but I can't justify putting down the cash for a setup and components if it's something that I'll end up abandoning in a few weeks time. That's why I was hoping for some sort of class, at least that way I can get in a little hands-on time with a press and bounce some questions off of reloaders in person, as it were.

 

[gunconnection]

Reloading help

If you have any questions about reloading please feel free to call me during normal business hours at my store. We will be glad to help ya!

 

[Kingpin008]

Gunconnection - I might just do that, thanks! From what I hear, ya'll run one of the friendliest shops around.

 

[gunconnection]

Gunconnection - I might just do that, thanks! From what I hear, ya'll run one of the friendliest shops around.

Thanks

 

[jbmabrey]

Build your own reloading clinic

youtube has many clips-search by loader, Lee, Hornady,
Lots of very good web pages.
http://loadmastervideos.com/
http://www.realguns.com/archives/124.htm
Real Guns - Lee Classic Turret Part III
http://www.reloadammo.com/reload.htm

New video- http://learnreloading.com/--Learn Handgun & Rifle Reloading in Under 41 Minutes" -this video is like sitting in a class

http://video.aol.com/video-detail/setting-up-a-load-master-part-1/1493047041

Plus thousands of reloading web sites to search.
I recently started reloading and viewed and read hundreds of web sites. Lots of good information-using the manuals is a must. Some people push the envelope and at this stage I don't do that. strictly book loads.

One thing I learned early on is that any gun shop that sells reloading presses and supplies will be helpful "only" within the limits of their inventory. Look, compare and shop online until you decide what you want. Then look locally if you want.

Good luck

 

[jbmabrey]

Build your own reloading clinic

Check these sites out and then search the web for reloading information. I recently started reloading and these links helped my learning curve dramatically.
Since I have shot muzzleloaders for 20 years and recently switched to a savage ml which uses many of the same powders, I felt comfortable with this information. Also there are many forums that are specific to reloading and as has been suggested reloading manuals are important.

Not being critical but I read early on that local help is often tainted by inventory at hand. I have been in gun shops where the people had no knowledge of any product except the one on their shelf.
Compare prices online, different companies and suppliers, then look locally. I have found some stores have better prices for some things than online.

By going through this process of developing my own clinic I think I have developed a good foundation for my reloading.

Good luck

"Learn Handgun & Rifle Reloading in Under 41 Minutes"
http://learnreloading.com/

The Lee Load Master Zone
http://loadmastervideos.com/

http://video.aol.com/video-detail/setting-up-a-load-master-part-1/1493047041


http://youtube.com/watch?v=GXYx2lZ9qDM
YouTube - The Basics of Reloading Dies -- PART 1

 

[mike_in_md]

Mike - I'll keep an eye out for a reloading manual, and I've seen some of the videos on youtube. I don't really have an idea of what/how much I'd be reloading yet, because I'm still trying to find out if reloading is something that I can even enjoy, ya know? I mean, I know that there are definite reasons for reloading and it can be extremely rewarding in a lot of ways, but I can't justify putting down the cash for a setup and components if it's something that I'll end up abandoning in a few weeks time. That's why I was hoping for some sort of class, at least that way I can get in a little hands-on time with a press and bounce some questions off of reloaders in person, as it were.

Kingpin - Why would anybody not enjoy reloading?...brass, primers, powder, bullets...I'm getting all tingly now

 

[layusn1]

I started with internet forums/websites and some manuals. It can be done...lol. You could also see if anyone local will let you come over and help/watch them do some reloading. I would offer but there is no way to set up my 650 in the hotel...lol.

 

[bean93x]

if i had the money i'd get into it too.

i like the equipment RCBS puts out and they look pretty simple to use but damn expensive...

i mean you need a case cleaner, brass, primers, powder, bullets, dies, presses, lube, all kinds of stuff but i guess its fun and rewarding when you do it