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scshaffer06
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Dillon XL650

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I anyone using the Dillon Xl 650 if so do you like it and what all goodies do you have on yours to make your reloading easier?
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Re: Dillon XL650

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scshaffer06 wrote:I anyone using the Dillon Xl 650 if so do you like it and what all goodies do you have on yours to make your reloading easier?
I'm using two and they are great. Both have case feeders, "strong" mounts and aluminum roller handles. I use two RF 100 Primer Fillers, one for small primers and one for large.

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Post by Houston1944 »

I have what Charles stated except only one of each. I have 6 caliber setups and each include the powder check station. The 650 is a great machine.
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Post by scshaffer06 »

Thanks for the info there guys is it worth it to step up to the 1050?
I shoot about 500-750 rounds a week all 45acp
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I have a very similiar set-up to Charle's. My wife and I shoot about 1000 rounds per week. I considered stepping up to the 1050 but stuck with the 650 and have not regreted it.
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SRVA wrote:I have a very similiar set-up to Charle's. My wife and I shoot about 1000 rounds per week. I considered stepping up to the 1050 but stuck with the 650 and have not regreted it.
Cutting back in your old age eh... :twisted:
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I have a 650, but started off with a 550B. The 650 was a significant step forward in cost/benefit and efficiency. I can't comment on the 1050, but personally, I would rather buy another 650 than upgrade.

One thing I would be dogmatic about is GET the powder check die. About half th people I know have had a squib or a double charge. Weigh the cost of the check die to a new gun, new parts/ labor, or the danger to your health if a gun should blow up in your face. I don't rely exculsively on any mechanical device, but along with your close attention, just might save the day should you be distracted while reloading.

There's also those Brain-Farts and Senior Moments too...
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I bought the powder check die and roller handle.
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650 vs 1050

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The 1050 has a station to swage the primer crimp

If you reload a lot of military brass it might be worth it.

I use a 650 with a case feed. I don't have a primer filler but I do have enough tubes to set up 1000+ rounds at a time.

It works for me.
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