RCBS Rock Chucker

[WyldeShot]

I am interested in reloading but I'm probably 6 month or so away from so I thought. I was looking for some stuff at Cabelas and ran across a RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme Master Reloading Kit for $279. Is this a decent kit for a beginner?
Cabela's: RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme Master Reloading Kit

 

[SSGSAD]

Yes, this is a good start... You can also check out e bay, but you would have to buy everything seperately, and may end up with a mix of brands...
I have been using an OLD Rock Chucker, for 30 + years, and still going strong...

 

[WLW]

It's a great way to start... I have a couple of Rock Chuckers and they work great! I do prefer the older all metal 5-0-5 scales verses the newer ones that use more plastic( I think that's what comes in these newer kits). They both weigh just as accurate but like the heavier scales sitting on the bench as they stay put better. As the other person said.. Watching on eBay besides INGO can help you piece together a nice setup as well.

 

[dave29]

If I were going to start all over with a kit, I would choose this one. I like Turret presses.

Cabela's: Lyman T-Mag II Expert Deluxe Reloading Kit

 

[Aszerigan]

For starting out, nothing beats a Rockchucker single stage. You'll have it for the rest of your reloading career.

 

[indygunguy]

Yep, that's what I started with... it's a great choice!

 

[llh1956]

The RCBS Rock Chucker is a great press! Mines has been chucking out rounds for 32 years!!

 

[malern28us]

make sure you look to see if RCBS is still offering a rebate. I paid just over 300 bucks for mine just so I qualified for the $50 rebate.

 

[Broom_jm]

For the vast majority of folks getting into reloading, there is no better choice than the exact RockChucker kit you mentioned in the OP. With just a little care, it will last a lifetime and provide you with many hours of relaxation as you turn out very high-quality ammo. If you want to make lots of pistol rounds instead of bottle-necked cases, the Lee classic turret kit would also be a good choice. Don't make the mistake of buying too much press right off the bat, like a Dillon or Hornady LNL progressive.

The T-Mag II is an impressive piece of equipment but there's no way I'd pay that much for a FIRST press. Frankly, until someone shows me how it does anything better than a press costing half as much, I'll pass.

 

[top hat 45]

For starting out, nothing beats a Rockchucker single stage. You'll have it for the rest of your reloading career.

i have over 20 years. i like the older models as well as any newer one, in case you find a used one.

 

[billybob44]

i have over 20 years. i like the older models as well as any newer one, in case you find a used one.

^^^+1 IMO, I like (My) the older RC a lot more than the "Supreme" model.
My RC is close to 40 years old+seems to just get smother every day. I have operated some of the new models+some of those have just felt "Gritty" to me.?? Bill.

 

[red_zr24x4]

We have 2 set up in the basement plus a lee turrent press, the RCBS's get used the most.
I will tell you for a fact the RCBS powder drop and scales are a million time better than the lee's

 

[billybob44]

We have 2 set up in the basement plus a lee turrent press, the RCBS's get used the most.
I will tell you for a fact the RCBS powder drop and scales are a million time better than the lee's

^^^+! Million on that!! Watch out Red--The Lee Police are going to get you now!!HA HA..Bill.

 

[red_zr24x4]

Not hateing on the Lee, I've got both in the basement. But I know what works and what doesn't

 

[Whackmaster]

It is a great set up and has done me well for years!. There will be more things you are going to want to consider getting but this does come with most of the essentials that you will need!

 

[Haymaker]

I bought the Rock Chucker Kit a year ago and I love it. It has the basic items needed to start reloading, including a manual and instructions on how to reload. However, I have bought some additional items such as a case trimmer.

 

[DustyDawg48]

I have the RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme and I figure it probably has about 100,000 plus pulls of the handle since I bought it and it just flat works. Another +1 to RCBS beam scales, too.

I did get the progressive itch and my wife helped by buying me a Hornady Lock-N-Load press for our anniversary last October and that is another phenomenal press; plus Hornady has rebates for bullets when you buy one of their presses and/or dies so that may be worth looking into as well.

 

[Dargasonus]

My dad has been churning out ammo for about 20 years on his. For Christmas this year he snagged a good deal on a good old one for me, and I'm sure it will last me at least 20