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<blockquote data-quote="Doom2" data-source="post: 2992107" data-attributes="member: 108323"><p>There is a lot of experience here and and I will add only an observation or two to the mix. First is I would recommend that you actually write out a procedure or check list before you start the first time. It's a good place to start and check you sequence as you go through the various stages. Second, keep a log book of what you do and what you load. Sooner or later life will interrupt you in the middle of reloading and if you write down where you left off it will help you recover. It may be an hour later or a month later. Don't leave powder in your powder measure. The acetone will discolor the plastic.</p><p></p><p>A note on electronic scales. Regardless of quality, all electronic scales drift to some extent. To minimize its effect always zero/tare the scale before each measurement. Also a check weight comes in handy. It cane be as simple as a bullet that is weighed used repeatedly. A 40-55 gn bullet works well for standard cartridges and 75-100 grain for magnums is a good choice. Remember the important aspect of the scale is repeatability, not pure accuracy. </p><p></p><p>Finally, if at all possible I would recommend a mentor if you can find one. While not necessary it makes the first few sessions less stressful as you will have someone guiding you.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Doom2, post: 2992107, member: 108323"] There is a lot of experience here and and I will add only an observation or two to the mix. First is I would recommend that you actually write out a procedure or check list before you start the first time. It's a good place to start and check you sequence as you go through the various stages. Second, keep a log book of what you do and what you load. Sooner or later life will interrupt you in the middle of reloading and if you write down where you left off it will help you recover. It may be an hour later or a month later. Don't leave powder in your powder measure. The acetone will discolor the plastic. A note on electronic scales. Regardless of quality, all electronic scales drift to some extent. To minimize its effect always zero/tare the scale before each measurement. Also a check weight comes in handy. It cane be as simple as a bullet that is weighed used repeatedly. A 40-55 gn bullet works well for standard cartridges and 75-100 grain for magnums is a good choice. Remember the important aspect of the scale is repeatability, not pure accuracy. Finally, if at all possible I would recommend a mentor if you can find one. While not necessary it makes the first few sessions less stressful as you will have someone guiding you. [/QUOTE]
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