I started shooting stock class IPSC in the early '80's with a 1911 in 45acp. I was doing all my loading on a Rock Chucker ll and spent many hours at the bench. I discovered the Dillon SDB and ordered one ASAP, I think it was just over $200 at the time. Over the years I have loaded 10's of thousands of rounds with it, nearest I can figure close to 60,000. I had to rebush the arms and shell holder body once around 2005 so I called Dillon and they sent me a complete small parts kit with literally everything I needed and some extra primer tubes, guide pins, clips and many extra parts and at no cost. I don't know how but I crunched the powder control system about 5 years ago. I called Dillon and they sent me a complete new design Fail Safe powder control system, powder slide bar and bushings again at no charge. I'm still loading with it after 40 years and I bought a die plate and 38/357 conversion kit for it. I can load close to 300 rounds/hr with it with extra loaded primer tubes and a pile of bullets near by and it still runs as smooth as it ever did. At 67 I only load 2000 rounds a year or so now but I fully expect that SDB to outlive me, my son already has his eye's on it. I told him it's OK, Dillion's No BS warranty covers the press, it doesn't matter who has it in their possession so it should serve him long after I'm gone.
8:00 😂 "its got quality..." as he places a bullet crooked and smashes it to complete disfigurement without noticing to edit it out of the video. Lol. Not say it was the presses fault because he set it in there way crooked, but its still hilarious timing woth his commentary. 😂
Correct answer is the one you can afford. I have 2 650's, one set for small primers and one for large, and a 1050. The Dillon dies are really the best execution of simplicity and ruggedness I've ever seen
I bought my XL 650 in 2002 and it's still going strong! Dillon's customer service is excellent. They are always right there to help when you have a problem or can't figure something out.
I got lucky, and was able to purchase a brand new in box, square deal b in 9 mm ( there is currently a 42 week wait time for this press in 9 mm). Could not be happier. The machine rocks!! So well made and cranks out quality loads. Definitely recommend. 👍
I have the XL-650. You are correct about the rotary primer feed mechanism. It’s kind of a mess. I had a primer that didn’t seat all the way into the rotary feed wheel. I didn’t notice it and it got trapped in the primer feed mechanism. One more pull on the actuating handle and it exploded. In the process it set off all the remaining primers in the primer feed tube, blowing the follower rod out the top of the feed tube and sticking it into the drywall sealing. The primers lit off so quickly it was just one huge explosion, not a chain explosion effect. It swelled up the aluminum primer cassette, ruined the follower rod, and some lesser parts. Dillon replaced those parts, gratis. What they didn’t replace was my underwear, my hearing, nor my nerves. You can’t fathom how loud 90 or so primers are exploding all at once. I diagnosed what was happening. The primer feed wheel had inadequate chamfer on the upper surface of the primer pocket holes, and if a primer dropped in slightly cocked it hung up on the lip of the hole. I’m set up with a fairly complete machine shop so it was easy for me to add a little extra chamfer to the holes in the feed wheel. That resolved the issue and I had no further problems over thousands of rounds loaded. I brought the issue to Dillon’s attention in a totally professional way including describing the modification and providing dimensions. To their discredit, they blew me off. Not invented here, not interested in pursuing an extremely simple change to their manufacturing process. In the meantime they must have realized their liability issue and changed the design to the XL-750 with the shuttle plate mechanism. I’d wager to bet I wasn’t the only one who had this incident occur. Be sure and wear safety glasses while reloading. While these primers were all contained by the press, your mileage may not be so fortunate.
I had a Square Deal B for 15+ years, in .45, 9mm, .44 Mag, .357 Mag, .40 and 10mm. When I was shooting a lot, I could load 100 .45 in 7 minutes, now we can not keep that level of output up for an hour but... I could do about 400+ an hour. It served me well for all those years. Now that it is gone, I miss it every time I go shooting and have to BUY ammo. I am looking for a new press so this video is rather timely, Thanks.
If only you could find a brick of primers.. at todays inflated prices for components, it is actually either cheaper to buy factory ammo or about the same cost to reload.
Hi Gavin, I have an upgraded 450 which I have been using for years and still a great machine, but I only load 44 mag for rifle on it now, so no issues with caliber change. I used to have a 1050 in 38 super which I purchased from Dillon (and meeting Mike) which I brought back to the UK as hand luggage!! Those were the days. But sadly I sold it back to the British government when we lost our right to own pistols. From my experience Dillon is the goto company for superior products and customer service. Great channel by the way.
My 550B is now 23 years old. I occasionally tear it down, clean and relube. Now, they have the 550C, which is more lube friendly. It has paid for itself many times over. There is no customer service better than Dillon. I was having a problem with the stations lining up, and it made either seating the primer because it would want to hit the edge of it, or the bullet seating was off. I couldn't figure out the problem. A few days later, an alignment tool showed up in my mailbox. What I learned is that I tightened one screw all the way on my base plate, then tightened the other screw. This made the base plate unbalanced. The proper way to tighten the base plate is to snug one screw, snug the other screw until they are torqued down. I didn't need the alignment tool after all. They really do have a No BS Warranty!
I absolutely love my square deal B for my pistol rounds and my RL550 for my rifle rounds. My friends love it when it's gift giving time. Especially those friends that have 300BLK. I'm able to really crank out great ammo once I get set up. I also randomly take measurements on the powder weights and have great luck with consistency.
I've been using the 550B for about seven years. It went through a couple finicky phases. Had to tweak a few things. It's running well now. I'm tempted to upgrade.
Bought my 650 over 25 years ago, and got it fully dressed out (case feeder, strong mount, bullet tray, roller handle, etc, etc) for less than the base model 750 costs today... with that being said, knowing what I know now, if I was starting from scratch I wouldn't hesitate to spend the money.
We have a Dillon 650 with powder checker and case feeder set up for .45 ACP. The thing works great. My wife runs the press and I maintain it. She is a (NRA Master) Bullseye pistol shooter who loads about 8000 rounds a year. We find that the press works well when deep cleaned every 5000 rounds. The Dillon warranty is fantastic, send them a picture of the broken part and they send you a new one. I am sure the 750 is even better but was not available when we bought ours. If you don’t think the powder checker is something you need , the first time you get a SQUIB will change your mind.
iv owned a 550b for 13 years , successfully reloaded over 26k rifle and pistol ammo. i just picked up a second 550 used . i plan on doing a small primer and large primer dedicated press. was thinking about a 750 until i found a used one. you really cant go wrong with a 550. the versatility and lower cost of cartridge change options . i reload 17 different calibers. that blue is addicting.
I was given a RL550 from my wife's grandfather that he bought new back in the early 90's. It's been rock solid, and still going strong. I am however, looking into a XL750 for dedicated pistol reloading and moving the RL550 to rifles only.
I have my old Dillon RL-550B I bought over 20 years ago. I also have a newer RL-550C and a XL-750. I would never load bottleneck rifle on the XL-750 but it is great for high speed runs on straight wall pistols. Most people shoot much more handgun than they do rifle just to maintain proficiency in self defense CCW use and applications.
I have a 550. A lot of people poo poo the manual index, but people don't talk about all the junk brass such as .380 acp, military crimped 9mm, 9mm macarov, nickel plated steel rounds etc. that find their way into the press. If something bad gets in there with manual index it's easy to go backwards to get it out. Sure I could inspect each brass, but that takes time. Also, when I index I eyeball the powder level in the cartridge.
Most nOObs just want to go fast and disregard quality and extreme accuracy. You give up BOTH when you are cranking out 800+ rounds per hour. They are the ones with all the mistakes, overcharges, squibs etc etc anyway!
@@Windex451 I have two and have reloaded roughly 200,000 cartridges between them. The most helpful thing I did was/is to polish every contact/bearing surface to a mirror shine. If you’ve any questions about set up or operation let me know.
@@Windex451 also the primer tube following rod, when the rod stops the shuttle don’t just yank it out; the shuttle will slam into the primer Ram and be damaged.
2 Square Deals. First Square Deal I acquired was in 1992 $205 it is set up for LPP exclusively. Second one I purchased about 5 years ago for $395 and it is SPP exclusive. A local gun shop had acquired several different caliber conversions when the purchased inventory from a gun shop that was going out of business. I purchased .38/357 40S&W, 44spl/44mag. I already had .45 acp and 9mm so I’m covered for all my handgun needs. I load my rifle ammo on a 40 year old Rock Chucker. I have had zero problems with my Square Deals in over 30 years of ownership. Kept me in ammo for competitive shooting IDPA. Love the auto indexing
I do all my small primer calibers on my 650 and all my large primer on my 750. Both have case feeders. Double Alfa power checks on all my setups. Screwed around with bullet feeders but I ditched them... bought the dillon trimmer but I make my own tooling to cut internal and external chamfers as well as trim. Wish I would have bought 2 650,s back when I bought my first... I have many upgrades on both presses. I load 19 different pistol and rifle cartridges. I love my Dillon presses. Dillon has always gone above and beyond with warranty and answering any questions. I love my blue presses!🇺🇸
I bought a Dillon XL650 some years ago. It came already setup for reloading 45acp. I liked the station #3 that checks for both no powder or for double powder. which is a very nice safety feature. The XL650 is very easy to use. I don't have the big case feeder so have to load the cases into a long loading pipe which is both fast and easy. Today I would buy the XL759 which has a nicer primer system.
Great info. in video!!..I chose the Dillon Square Deal 5 years ago...Great reloader!!..Your video only confirms the correctness of my choice..I only reload pistol rounds, and I have a total of 6 Square Deals..2 set up for 45 ACP, 2 set up for 38 cal, 1 for 9mm, and 1 for 44 special..So reloading for me is easy as I can switch calibers with zero down time while maintaining all of my adjustments...
I have had my Square Deal-B for over 30 years now and have reloaded 9 mm, 38 super, 45 ACP, 38 special/357 mag, 44 special/44 mag and 45 colt on this machine. It produces very accurate ammo and I only recently replaced the powder measure to get the latest hardware from Dillon. If your focus is handguns in the most common calibers, then this is the press for you.
Love my XL650. I got an aftermarket primer shutoff switch to remedy the continuous rotary feed design. Plus I added a bearing kit for easier and more stable shell plate advancement. It's been a good press for me.
I found it on Ebay by the seller 'Snowshooze' by the description of "Dillon Primer Stop Switch for XL650". They're currently $22.95. It goes in place of the original advancement block that actuates the primer dial ratchet system. You can slide it back out of the way of the mechanism that engages it whenever you need to make adjustments etc. It's really handy and I definitely recommend!
I already have 2 of the 550C presses (1 for pistol, 1 for rifle) and now I think I'm ready for a 750... I was scared at 1st when I started messing with my 1st progressive press. I thought what the hell did I get myself into but after a little while of messing with it and figuring out how things worked I love it. I still do all my sizing and load development on a single stage but once I nail down a good forgiving load I just crank out a bunch of ammo on my Dillons. Great video as always keepem coming brother!!!
Quality presentation ....thank you. I have owned the Dillon 550, Dillon 650 and the 750. If volume is important, it is hard to beat the 650 or the 750. However, the manual indexing on the 550 is a significant advantage in so many different situations and is such a benefit that I would include it as an advantage. It would be a step backwards if Dillon ever made the 550 auto indexing. I have two Dillon 550 presses sitting side by side and do all of my brass prep on a Redding T7. I found the new primer system on the 750 much easier to use than on the 650 and almost identical to the primer system on the 550. Our hobby is fortunate to have a number of excellent brands with exceptional customer support. Dillon's customer support is legendary. I enjoyed the video.
I’ve owned a 550 for about 35 years. I load 38/357, 9mm, 45acp, 44mag, 40s&w/10mm and 223. I added a carbide expander ball on the 223 dies but otherwise everything is stock.
I have used a 650 for 20 years. Love it.. I like the auto advance and cartridge eject. Even if I don't use the case feeder, I see it as faster than the 550. With more mil brass in my life , I see the 1100 in my future. But I still use my Rock Chucker for sizing.. I keep the lube off the Dillon. I run dry prepped brass through when I am loading
So about 10 minutes of work? Lol. Extra primer tubes move your numbers up amazing fast. 1,000 a hour of 9mm is pretty easy ro do with pre loaded primer tubes
Ive never done reloading before but always wanted to get into it. I hear nothing but great things about dillon. I was thinking of going with the 550 or xl750.
I’m building a new home with a dedicated reloading room and really looking hard at progressive setups for loading 9 and 223 in volume. Glad to have this video on Dillon gear. Great timing!
Rl550b that I got a screaming deal on 30 years ago. Came with a bunch of dies and conversion kits and components. Cleaned it up added some accessories, stand, roller handle, light, tool rack, primer plate, brass primer tips, shell plate indexing upgrade, tool head clamp, pyrex powder hopper from dram works. It is awesome! Started with a Lee hand tool what s step up. I really like the manual indexing because it operates at your speed. Only draw back so far is cost to change calibers and Dillon being out of everything lately.
I’ve got several presses. Started with a rock chucker supreme and loved it. Then I got the Redding t7 with the creedmoor sports precision head, finally got an xl650 and I’ve been happy with that. I’ve put all the different modifications available on it and it’s great machine. I genuinely think it’s just about perfect aside from ONE glaring detail. Primer pocket swaging!!! So now I’m planning another press. I’m thinking the next logical step up will be the 1050. But I may go even further up.
I was gifted an older RL450 when I was in high school (20ish yrs ago guessing it was 15-20 yrs old then) loaded 1000's 44mag 38/357 9mm. When I started making adult money I wanted to upgrade from the rock it, bop it, yank it, action of the 450 and started looking at adding auto prime and power, decided to just get a RL550. I robbed the parts I need from 450 and threw it's carcass under the bench and ran with the 550. Until recently I realized the 450 would be a good static setup for 9mm or 223, and the use the 550 for the dozen or so other calibers I reload from time to time. So now I've resurrected and upgraded the the 450 with the auto prime & powder and they both live on the bench.
I have the 650 and added the case feeder, and primer disconnect (aftermarket that works great) I load 9mm, .45acp, .223/5.56 and 300blkout, will be adding .357/38spl real soon. I shoot about 600 rounds a month on the low side, 1000 on the high side. the press is a workhorse! I have dedicated powder measures with each tool head. I have to say that the Dillon service is outstanding! have broken a part and and they replaced it, and sent an extra to have on hand. who else does that?!!
I've got a 550B I bought in 1993 or so I shot IPSC minor for a while shooting 9mm and Major Limited in 45ACP. I've loaded tens of thousands of rounds I also load 38spc, 357mag, 223, 308, 300 savage, 30-06... Tens of thousands of rounds and I can't remember a failure. Simply the best press made
I have a Dillon RL-550B, Dillon XL-750, Dillon RL-550C, RCBS Rock Chucker, Redding T7 Turret, Lee #90045, MEC 9000GN 12, MEC 600 JR 12. I bought the RCBS Rock Chucker as my first reloading press over 30 years ago and still use it all the time. The first Dillon RL-550B I bought over 20 years ago and use that one a lot too. The Dillon XL-750 I bought 3 years ago. The MEC 600 JR I bought around 1990 and sold about 2002. I bought it back recently and added the Redding T7 Turret, MEC 9000 GN, Lee #90045 (for bullet sizing) as well. You can't go wrong with any of these presses. They hold up to hundreds of thousands of rounds and are very heavy duty minus the elcheapo Lee #90045 that is used jus for sizing my cast and powder coated lead bullets along with some light duty occasion case prep work.
I hand load my .308 and 6.5 Grendel on a single stage press everything else 9mm .40cal .45acp .44 magnum .357 .223 and 7.62x39 i reload on dillon XL750 and I'm so glad that I made the right choice I love my dillon XL750 press its awesome. I wouldn't be able to reload any other way
I've been using a XL650 for over 20 years. It has never failed me. Use to load a bunch of 45, 40, 38SP 357, 223 and 308 on it. Just the other day the spring on the case pusher (the part that pushes the cases into the shell plate) failed. Had the spare in the parts kit and I was back up and running if about 20 minute.
Have Square Deal B and would suggest purchasing extra tool heads for different calibers along with an extra powder measure to expedite caliber changes for magnum loads
I have a 750 for reloading 9MM, 223 and 300 Blackout but I also have a BL550 that I use for precision rifle cartridges and small batches for load development. I use two tool heads per cartridge on the 550. One for case prep and one for seating. Make setting up really fast. I prep my brass in 2-300 case batches so all I have to do for match prep ins pour powder and seat bullets.
I started with a RL550B in 1994, shortly afterwards purchased a XL650. The XL650 is pretty much devoted to my higher volume pistol loading. The RL550B picks up most everything else.
I love love love my 550!! I always like to count out my cases when I lube them and count all my bullets when I set up to reload - I always seem to keep looking into my cases as I load so no powder check is not a problem for me as is the case feeder- there is really nothing I feel lacking - the prefect press!! I have several times loaded 1k of 556 and checking every 10 rounds have never had to tweak the powder measure the whole package is awesome!!
I've been loading with Lee progressive presses for 25+ years. Started with the Pro 1000 and then got the Loadmaster. Used it for a long time, but never trusted the priming system so I primed by hand. That sucked. Was really excited about the Lee Six Pack Pro that is coming out. Got an early (factory second) model from Lee and I'm very disappointed. I had hoped it would be a good competitor to the Dillon 750. Sadly, it has way more plastic than the Loadmaster and is not nearly the press that the Loadmaster is. So, I started looking at Dillon. I promised myself that since I was moving to a new press manufacturer I would buy what I really wanted. The Dillon XL-750 had most of what I wanted, but I really wanted on-press swaging. So, I bit the bullet and got the RL1100. I'm extremely happy with it. I recently processed (decaped, swaged, sized, trimmed with the RT 1500 and set neck tension) 500 300 BLK cases in no time. I reload a lot of 223, 300 BLK and 9mm. All of which has crimped primers mixed in with non-crimped. I just didn't want to have to hand sort all my brass to swage the cases that needed it. To me, that is huge! I was really worried that caliber changes, especially going from one primer size to another, would be a huge hassle on the RL1100. But I've found it to be way more simple than I imagined. I love the RL1100. It's pretty much spoiled me.
I use the 550C. Im not shooting thousands of rounds a year but needed the flexibility to load my rifle stuff as well. It does it all. Adding a nifty UFO press light and a groovy bearing supported plate to guide the primer bar makes it all but bulletproof. Plus I like to really QC most all of my reloads so I can run it at the pace I'm comfortable with. Side note... Did you smash a bullet doing the 750 demo?? 😁
Been using a Lee classic turret press for years with 45acp and 9mm. Forster coax for all rifle rounds. But man I want to upgrade someday to that 750. The only thing that is holding me back from getting one is that I don’t reload enough enough to justify owning a progressive press. It would be more for luxury. Also Gavin hope you caught that smashed bullet head when you was working the 750.
I have two 550 set up for large & small primers and a 750 for 9mm/223. I also have a LNL AP, the AP is a good press but not at the level of a Dillon. Btw, I added a Mini case feeder based on your review.
I love how Dillon has different handles to remind you what class you live in 😂. My favorite... all black for low tier, same handle but with Dillon blue for the high end.
I have been loading ammo, starting in the 70s. I have two Dillons. I will just say, I went back to my old single stage loaders. For many reasons! One is safety.
You need to tighten your shell holder plate. It shouldn't be able to tip up and down like yours does. Just tighten until it feels like it's dragging then back off a VERY small amount till it turns smoothly.
For me it is currently the 550b and a RCBS Ammomaster for my .308 and 8x57IS. 2 areas of questions: 1) Are you sure on the TCO of the 550 being higher than the 750 for 2 pistol and 2 rifle calibers? Where are the higher bare bone costs of the 750 are swallowed on the 550‘s way up? 2) you recommend the 550 for reloading rifle calibers because the shell plate is small in diameter and does not tend to wiggle. My observation is that the shell plate on the 550 is only to spinn the case. The die presses the case to the ground plate which is rock solid. What is the neg. influence of a ‚loose‘ shell plate? Thanks 🙏
I started out with the XL 650 which is a great reloader, but when you are reloading thousands of rounds of 223/5.56 the swaging becomes a great feature and that is why I moved up to the Supper 1050.
I have been using a 550B for years love it. The only thing I don't like about it is when you change from large primers to small ones its a real pain. 3 of my friends have the 550 too and complain about the same thing.we are working on it . One guy uses a shop vac to suck the primers out lol.But anything is better then a single stage press. And you can load rifle and handgun ammo on the same press.
Yes I have the Dillon Square deal B. and love it. But I been waiting for you to get in the converted kit for 38 special. It's been out for months I hope you get some parts in so Thank you
I am a fan of the priming system on the 650. I am constantly hear of individuals having problems setting up the priming system on the 750. I have been loading in the 650 for 20 years and have not had a detonation (thank goodness) I think it was a mistake to discontinue the 650 and I think its going to come back.
I'm wanting to buy the Dillion RL550C model press. I'm mainly will be reloading 30-30 and 30-06 rounds but seems Dillion is out of Dies for this caliber . Will the RCSB dies work on the Dillion ? They are much cheaper also and in stock . I've never reloaded before so a Newbie . Thanks and great informative videos !
Reloading pistol on a Lee Classic Turret, Rifle on my rockchucker. If components where reasonable and available I would definitely buy a xl750. But with current situation I doubt I shoot 1,000 rds. A year all calibers combined. The cost of reloading vs. Buying ammo is only based on availability of caliber not cost if you shop around. So I just can't justify the expense of upgrading till things change and I believe that won't change for quite a while. It's really sad I miss my shooting hobby.
I have the xl650 with case feeder and powder check system. Purchased in 2016 and have countless thousands of rounds thru it. Only con to me is the changing from small to large primers. I always run my bulk ammo thru it so the continuous primer feeding isn't really an issue as I never actually run out of brass to prime until my primers run out. I would love to run a bullet feeder on it but would have to either combine my seating/ crimping or my powder check which I'm not ready to do yet lol. Maybe an 1100 is in the future so I can have a few more stations lol
I started with a 550B 32 years ago and have had nothing but Dillon since. Graduated to an XL650 (which I still have) and then eventually a second hand RL1050. While I love Dillon presses I think it's a shame we haven't seen more innovation from the company over the last thirty years, only minor changes in all that time. They really should have their own brand bullet feeder and motorised ram as options by now. Sadly I just can't justify the money for a Mark 7.
I’m looking into reloading for the first time. Been an avid shooter for decades. I really want it primarily for subsonic 300blk, I currently have close to three 5 gallon buckets of used 300blk brass. Been saving it for a while now. What is the best recommendation for a new guy to the reloading game? I would also like to do 8.6 blackout in the future.
I have a two 650s and an RL1100. 650s priming system in my opinion is superior to the 750. Aftermarket primer shut off and never had a priming issues. A downside to RL1100 is you limited to Win 308 2.75" overall length. Other than that the RL1100 is well worth the money and quality. Majority of my 308 is SMK 175gr and 168gr with 2.800" C.O.A.L. May be looking at getting the Super 1050 to add to the bench.
I have a Super 1050 that I load 45 ACP. What would be the incentive to buy a RL1100 or what is the major difference if I decided I wanted to by another dedicated press for say 9mm?
I own a Dillon 650 and I love it. It is primarily used for my pistol reloading. I also just recently bought an Area 419 Zero Press and I use that primarily for loading match grade rifle ammo. Out of ALL the reloading machines you have there or have tested if you could only have one press which one would you keep?
I bought an XL 750 about 4 months ago and the Powder drop is so inaccurate that I can not risk using it. I like Dillon generally but I can not risk blowing my hand off with my 500 magnum handgun because of this. Now I just use an electric powder scale/dispenser and double check half the loads as I am loading. Had I known, I would NEVER have bought Dillon
I always find myself in the division between more cost to go progressive, versus the simplicity of focus on one operation at at time. The most important decision to note, is that I never layed out money for a progressive setup.
I have a general question about reloading on progressive presses. First, if your rifle cases need trimming because of over length when and how is that done in the reloading process? Also how do you deal with case lube? Do you drop powder in lubed cases?
I bought my Dillon 650 in I think 1995, and on it I have loaded thousands, and thousands, and thousands, and more thousands of rounds with it in 9mm, .45 ACP, .357 mag., .44 mag. and .308 Win. But mainly .357, .44, and .45 ACP. I have only had one big problem, really minor, with it and that was I did not check my batteries in the powder check mechanism often enough and the batteries corroded the interior of that plastic housing, so I attempted to clean up the corrosion, which I did so satisfactorily, and upon doing that one of the little wires became separated from the little horn. So I tried, and I tried to resolder it and ultimately I gave up and called Dillon to request/purchase a new horn/micro switch internal............and guess what ??!? They in a very kind and understanding way said " No Problem " and they sent me the replacement innards......."FREE OF CHARGE ". And I was back, up and running. THANK YOU DILLON !!! Now I have had my 650 for 28 some years, and I will tell you, my machine looks like the day I first mounted it, and that is because I keep it clean AND well maintained. I love my Dillon 650. Now I will aks you [ :-} ], how many other companys have a " No BS Warranty " like that ?? Huh ?? What's that you say ??! Yeah........I already knew the answer. I say Dillon is not only excellent in quality and design but the best bargain out there in terms of progressive presses. That all being said, I will give a shout out to my only other press and that is a RCBS Jr. 2, which has loaded thousands, and thousands, and yet more thousands [ I love saying that........but it is true ] of .357, .44, and 30-06 Sprg. that I purchased brand new in 1972. And it too, is still just as good today as it was 51 years ago, but looks a little classier now adays as I dismantled it some 15 or so years ago and gave it, and my RCBS powder measure and stand a fresh darker [ real purty, OH it's purty ! ] darker green color. So there. That and a purty woman is all that a man needs to keep him happy, uh, as well as some real purty bullet launchers. Signed, Doug.
XL 750 here, I use it for volume loading, 9mm, 45 ACP, 357 mag, 7.62 tokarev, 223, 308, 7.62x39, 30 Carbine. I only use ball powder in my Dillon. I use a RCBS rock chucker supreme for extruded powders or accuracy loads in 308, 223, 30.06, 7.7 Jap 7.62x54r, 303 brit, 8mm Mauser.
XL750 was my choice. I reloaded in high school with the good old RCBS one stage at a time man that is old news I put the double alpha case and mini bullet feeder.
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I started shooting stock class IPSC in the early '80's with a 1911 in 45acp. I was doing all my loading on a Rock Chucker ll and spent many hours at the bench. I discovered the Dillon SDB and ordered one ASAP, I think it was just over $200 at the time. Over the years I have loaded 10's of thousands of rounds with it, nearest I can figure close to 60,000. I had to rebush the arms and shell holder body once around 2005 so I called Dillon and they sent me a complete small parts kit with literally everything I needed and some extra primer tubes, guide pins, clips and many extra parts and at no cost. I don't know how but I crunched the powder control system about 5 years ago. I called Dillon and they sent me a complete new design Fail Safe powder control system, powder slide bar and bushings again at no charge. I'm still loading with it after 40 years and I bought a die plate and 38/357 conversion kit for it. I can load close to 300 rounds/hr with it with extra loaded primer tubes and a pile of bullets near by and it still runs as smooth as it ever did. At 67 I only load 2000 rounds a year or so now but I fully expect that SDB to outlive me, my son already has his eye's on it. I told him it's OK, Dillion's No BS warranty covers the press, it doesn't matter who has it in their possession so it should serve him long after I'm gone.
We have two 550's one for small/one for large primers our daughter has calmed them both!
Enjoyed reading that - about as classic a Square Deal B scenario as you’ll find. Clearly designed as the “I just started shooting serious IPSC” press.
8:00 😂 "its got quality..." as he places a bullet crooked and smashes it to complete disfigurement without noticing to edit it out of the video. Lol. Not say it was the presses fault because he set it in there way crooked, but its still hilarious timing woth his commentary. 😂
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Great video. Another thing to consider is that the RL1100 and CP2000 are NOT covered by the NO BS Warranty.
I have an XL750 and love it.
Thank you for pointing that out.
Correct answer is the one you can afford. I have 2 650's, one set for small primers and one for large, and a 1050. The Dillon dies are really the best execution of simplicity and ruggedness I've ever seen
I have two 550's, they are by far the most versatile press and still very quick and accurate
I bought my XL 650 in 2002 and it's still going strong! Dillon's customer service is excellent. They are always right there to help when you have a problem or can't figure something out.
I got lucky, and was able to purchase a brand new in box, square deal b in 9 mm ( there is currently a 42 week wait time for this press in 9 mm). Could not be happier. The machine rocks!! So well made and cranks out quality loads. Definitely recommend. 👍
I have the XL-650. You are correct about the rotary primer feed mechanism. It’s kind of a mess. I had a primer that didn’t seat all the way into the rotary feed wheel. I didn’t notice it and it got trapped in the primer feed mechanism. One more pull on the actuating handle and it exploded. In the process it set off all the remaining primers in the primer feed tube, blowing the follower rod out the top of the feed tube and sticking it into the drywall sealing. The primers lit off so quickly it was just one huge explosion, not a chain explosion effect.
It swelled up the aluminum primer cassette, ruined the follower rod, and some lesser parts. Dillon replaced those parts, gratis. What they didn’t replace was my underwear, my hearing, nor my nerves. You can’t fathom how loud 90 or so primers are exploding all at once.
I diagnosed what was happening. The primer feed wheel had inadequate chamfer on the upper surface of the primer pocket holes, and if a primer dropped in slightly cocked it hung up on the lip of the hole. I’m set up with a fairly complete machine shop so it was easy for me to add a little extra chamfer to the holes in the feed wheel. That resolved the issue and I had no further problems over thousands of rounds loaded.
I brought the issue to Dillon’s attention in a totally professional way including describing the modification and providing dimensions. To their discredit, they blew me off. Not invented here, not interested in pursuing an extremely simple change to their manufacturing process. In the meantime they must have realized their liability issue and changed the design to the XL-750 with the shuttle plate mechanism. I’d wager to bet I wasn’t the only one who had this incident occur.
Be sure and wear safety glasses while reloading. While these primers were all contained by the press, your mileage may not be so fortunate.
I had a Square Deal B for 15+ years, in .45, 9mm, .44 Mag, .357 Mag, .40 and 10mm. When I was shooting a lot, I could load 100 .45 in 7 minutes, now we can not keep that level of output up for an hour but... I could do about 400+ an hour. It served me well for all those years. Now that it is gone, I miss it every time I go shooting and have to BUY ammo. I am looking for a new press so this video is rather timely, Thanks.
If only you could find a brick of primers.. at todays inflated prices for components, it is actually either cheaper to buy factory ammo or about the same cost to reload.
@@patdennis3751 Yeah, when I was doing it I could reload 100 .45 for $6. LOL, try that today.... NOT!!!
Had both SD 30 years ago and now 550. Can't say enough great things.
Dillon is king!
Hi Gavin, I have an upgraded 450 which I have been using for years and still a great machine, but I only load 44 mag for rifle on it now, so no issues with caliber change. I used to have a 1050 in 38 super which I purchased from Dillon (and meeting Mike) which I brought back to the UK as hand luggage!! Those were the days. But sadly I sold it back to the British government when we lost our right to own pistols. From my experience Dillon is the goto company for superior products and customer service. Great channel by the way.
My 550B is now 23 years old. I occasionally tear it down, clean and relube. Now, they have the 550C, which is more lube friendly. It has paid for itself many times over. There is no customer service better than Dillon. I was having a problem with the stations lining up, and it made either seating the primer because it would want to hit the edge of it, or the bullet seating was off. I couldn't figure out the problem. A few days later, an alignment tool showed up in my mailbox. What I learned is that I tightened one screw all the way on my base plate, then tightened the other screw. This made the base plate unbalanced. The proper way to tighten the base plate is to snug one screw, snug the other screw until they are torqued down. I didn't need the alignment tool after all. They really do have a No BS Warranty!
My Dillon 550b started making noise. I called Dillon and they sent me all the parts free. Im impressed!! Thanks for standing by your products.
Just started looking into reloading, so thank you VERY much for the effort that you put in with this vid and covered EVERY question I had
I absolutely love my square deal B for my pistol rounds and my RL550 for my rifle rounds. My friends love it when it's gift giving time. Especially those friends that have 300BLK. I'm able to really crank out great ammo once I get set up. I also randomly take measurements on the powder weights and have great luck with consistency.
I've been using the 550B for about seven years. It went through a couple finicky phases. Had to tweak a few things. It's running well now. I'm tempted to upgrade.
I have one but wosh it had an auto advance
Bought my 650 over 25 years ago, and got it fully dressed out (case feeder, strong mount, bullet tray, roller handle, etc, etc) for less than the base model 750 costs today... with that being said, knowing what I know now, if I was starting from scratch I wouldn't hesitate to spend the money.
We have a Dillon 650 with powder checker and case feeder set up for .45 ACP. The thing works great. My wife runs the press and I maintain it. She is a (NRA Master) Bullseye pistol shooter who loads about 8000 rounds a year. We find that the press works well when deep cleaned every 5000 rounds. The Dillon warranty is fantastic, send them a picture of the broken part and they send you a new one. I am sure the 750 is even better but was not available when we bought ours. If you don’t think the powder checker is something you need , the first time you get a SQUIB will change your mind.
iv owned a 550b for 13 years , successfully reloaded over 26k rifle and pistol ammo. i just picked up a second 550 used . i plan on doing a small primer and large primer dedicated press. was thinking about a 750 until i found a used one. you really cant go wrong with a 550. the versatility and lower cost of cartridge change options . i reload 17 different calibers. that blue is addicting.
I was given a RL550 from my wife's grandfather that he bought new back in the early 90's. It's been rock solid, and still going strong. I am however, looking into a XL750 for dedicated pistol reloading and moving the RL550 to rifles only.
I have my old Dillon RL-550B I bought over 20 years ago. I also have a newer RL-550C and a XL-750. I would never load bottleneck rifle on the XL-750 but it is great for high speed runs on straight wall pistols. Most people shoot much more handgun than they do rifle just to maintain proficiency in self defense CCW use and applications.
@@JohnDoeEagle1you would be correct about only loading pistol ammunition on the 750, I also would never load bottleneck ammunition with it.
I have a 550. A lot of people poo poo the manual index, but people don't talk about all the junk brass such as .380 acp, military crimped 9mm, 9mm macarov, nickel plated steel rounds etc. that find their way into the press. If something bad gets in there with manual index it's easy to go backwards to get it out. Sure I could inspect each brass, but that takes time.
Also, when I index I eyeball the powder level in the cartridge.
Most nOObs just want to go fast and disregard quality and extreme accuracy. You give up BOTH when you are cranking out 800+ rounds per hour. They are the ones with all the mistakes, overcharges, squibs etc etc anyway!
If I spray paint my hornady lock-n-load AP’s does that count?
I just ordered an AP. Was going back and forth between it and a 550c.
@@Windex451 did you get the full kit? Bullet feeder shell casings feeder etc.?
@@Windex451 I have two and have reloaded roughly 200,000 cartridges between them. The most helpful thing I did was/is to polish every contact/bearing surface to a mirror shine. If you’ve any questions about set up or operation let me know.
Yes , dillon blue paint sold at home depot
@@Windex451 also the primer tube following rod, when the rod stops the shuttle don’t just yank it out; the shuttle will slam into the primer Ram and be damaged.
2 Square Deals. First Square Deal I acquired was in 1992 $205 it is set up for LPP exclusively. Second one I purchased about 5 years ago for $395 and it is SPP exclusive. A local gun shop had acquired several different caliber conversions when the purchased inventory from a gun shop that was going out of business. I purchased .38/357 40S&W, 44spl/44mag. I already had .45 acp and 9mm so I’m covered for all my handgun needs. I load my rifle ammo on a 40 year old Rock Chucker. I have had zero problems with my Square Deals in over 30 years of ownership. Kept me in ammo for competitive shooting IDPA. Love the auto indexing
I do all my small primer calibers on my 650 and all my large primer on my 750. Both have case feeders. Double Alfa power checks on all my setups. Screwed around with bullet feeders but I ditched them... bought the dillon trimmer but I make my own tooling to cut internal and external chamfers as well as trim. Wish I would have bought 2 650,s back when I bought my first... I have many upgrades on both presses. I load 19 different pistol and rifle cartridges. I love my Dillon presses. Dillon has always gone above and beyond with warranty and answering any questions. I love my blue presses!🇺🇸
I bought a Dillon XL650 some years ago. It came already setup for reloading 45acp. I liked the station #3 that checks for both no powder or for double powder. which is a very nice safety feature. The XL650 is very easy to use. I don't have the big case feeder so have to load the cases into a long loading pipe which is both fast and easy. Today I would buy the XL759 which has a nicer primer system.
Great info. in video!!..I chose the Dillon Square Deal 5 years ago...Great reloader!!..Your video only confirms the correctness of my choice..I only reload pistol rounds, and I have a total of 6 Square Deals..2 set up for 45 ACP, 2 set up for 38 cal, 1 for 9mm, and 1 for 44 special..So reloading for me is easy as I can switch calibers with zero down time while maintaining all of my adjustments...
I have had my Square Deal-B for over 30 years now and have reloaded 9 mm, 38 super, 45 ACP, 38 special/357 mag, 44 special/44 mag and 45 colt on this machine. It produces very accurate ammo and I only recently replaced the powder measure to get the latest hardware from Dillon. If your focus is handguns in the most common calibers, then this is the press for you.
Love my XL650. I got an aftermarket primer shutoff switch to remedy the continuous rotary feed design. Plus I added a bearing kit for easier and more stable shell plate advancement. It's been a good press for me.
Just curious…. What is the aftermarket primer shutoff switch…. Who makes it and how does it work. Thanks in advance for your help
I found it on Ebay by the seller 'Snowshooze' by the description of "Dillon Primer Stop Switch for XL650".
They're currently $22.95. It goes in place of the original advancement block that actuates the primer dial ratchet system. You can slide it back out of the way of the mechanism that engages it whenever you need to make adjustments etc. It's really handy and I definitely recommend!
@@squirrelwesson3969 I would say it a must have for any XL650 owners, cheap and works great.
Older XL650 here, awesome machine for the last 30 years. Anyone catch that 45 ACP @ 8:04?
Started with a rl550 about 15 years ago and up graded to the 750 when they replaced the 650. I wouldn't load pistol on anything but a Dillon
came to see if anybody else saw that... did he short stoke it?@@grantballantyne1522
I already have 2 of the 550C presses (1 for pistol, 1 for rifle) and now I think I'm ready for a 750... I was scared at 1st when I started messing with my 1st progressive press. I thought what the hell did I get myself into but after a little while of messing with it and figuring out how things worked I love it. I still do all my sizing and load development on a single stage but once I nail down a good forgiving load I just crank out a bunch of ammo on my Dillons. Great video as always keepem coming brother!!!
what happened to that bullet at 8:03? Seems like the die totally ripped the copper plating off that bullet
Quality presentation ....thank you. I have owned the Dillon 550, Dillon 650 and the 750. If volume is important, it is hard to beat the 650 or the 750. However, the manual indexing on the 550 is a significant advantage in so many different situations and is such a benefit that I would include it as an advantage. It would be a step backwards if Dillon ever made the 550 auto indexing. I have two Dillon 550 presses sitting side by side and do all of my brass prep on a Redding T7. I found the new primer system on the 750 much easier to use than on the 650 and almost identical to the primer system on the 550. Our hobby is fortunate to have a number of excellent brands with exceptional customer support. Dillon's customer support is legendary. I enjoyed the video.
Dillon makes rock solid presses I load with the XL750 and so far it is money well spent.
I’ve owned a 550 for about 35 years. I load 38/357, 9mm, 45acp, 44mag, 40s&w/10mm and 223. I added a carbide expander ball on the 223 dies but otherwise everything is stock.
I have used a 650 for 20 years. Love it.. I like the auto advance and cartridge eject. Even if I don't use the case feeder, I see it as faster than the 550. With more mil brass in my life , I see the 1100 in my future. But I still use my Rock Chucker for sizing.. I keep the lube off the Dillon. I run dry prepped brass through when I am loading
I've reloaded around 1,000 rds of .223, around 2,500 rds of 9mm, and 800 rds of .380 on my XL750. Its worked flawlessly.
So about 10 minutes of work? Lol. Extra primer tubes move your numbers up amazing fast. 1,000 a hour of 9mm is pretty easy ro do with pre loaded primer tubes
thanks for your videos, definetly helped me with my decision to buy the 750 with 9mm and .357 caliber kits
I've got 10 years on the SDB and I'm slowly setting up my 750, can't go wrong with Dillon.
I still have the RL450. That was the first Dillion press that I bought. I currently have two RL650. I am planning on using the RL450 again.
Ive never done reloading before but always wanted to get into it. I hear nothing but great things about dillon. I was thinking of going with the 550 or xl750.
This is the video I’ve been waiting for I’m a big Dillion fan
Right on ! What are you running?
I’m building a new home with a dedicated reloading room and really looking hard at progressive setups for loading 9 and 223 in volume. Glad to have this video on Dillon gear. Great timing!
@@Ultimatereloader 650 for 9mm and a square deal for 45
Rl550b that I got a screaming deal on 30 years ago. Came with a bunch of dies and conversion kits and components. Cleaned it up added some accessories, stand, roller handle, light, tool rack, primer plate, brass primer tips, shell plate indexing upgrade, tool head clamp, pyrex powder hopper from dram works. It is awesome! Started with a Lee hand tool what s step up. I really like the manual indexing because it operates at your speed. Only draw back so far is cost to change calibers and Dillon being out of everything lately.
After watch your reviews the xl750 sound like a great fit for my needs
Can't really go wrong with the XL-750!
Dillon needs to come out with their own line of primers if they want to keep selling presses.
I’ve got several presses. Started with a rock chucker supreme and loved it. Then I got the Redding t7 with the creedmoor sports precision head, finally got an xl650 and I’ve been happy with that. I’ve put all the different modifications available on it and it’s great machine. I genuinely think it’s just about perfect aside from ONE glaring detail. Primer pocket swaging!!! So now I’m planning another press. I’m thinking the next logical step up will be the 1050. But I may go even further up.
I started with the 550B, added a 550C, and added a XL750 recently. The 550,s are dedicated for pistol caliber’s. The 750 does everything else.
I purchased a 550b ten years ago and quite happy with it. I load 30-30, 30-40, 30-06, 303 and 270 Win on my press and soon 300 H&H.
I was gifted an older RL450 when I was in high school (20ish yrs ago guessing it was 15-20 yrs old then) loaded 1000's 44mag 38/357 9mm. When I started making adult money I wanted to upgrade from the rock it, bop it, yank it, action of the 450 and started looking at adding auto prime and power, decided to just get a RL550. I robbed the parts I need from 450 and threw it's carcass under the bench and ran with the 550. Until recently I realized the 450 would be a good static setup for 9mm or 223, and the use the 550 for the dozen or so other calibers I reload from time to time. So now I've resurrected and upgraded the the 450 with the auto prime & powder and they both live on the bench.
I have the 650 and added the case feeder, and primer disconnect (aftermarket that works great) I load 9mm, .45acp, .223/5.56 and 300blkout, will be adding .357/38spl real soon. I shoot about 600 rounds a month on the low side, 1000 on the high side. the press is a workhorse! I have dedicated powder measures with each tool head. I have to say that the Dillon service is outstanding! have broken a part and and they replaced it, and sent an extra to have on hand. who else does that?!!
Shooting a lot of IPSC handgun/PCC per year. That was the reason i got me a XL750. And I love it.
I've got a 550B I bought in 1993 or so
I shot IPSC minor for a while shooting 9mm and Major Limited in 45ACP. I've loaded tens of thousands of rounds
I also load 38spc, 357mag, 223, 308, 300 savage, 30-06...
Tens of thousands of rounds and I can't remember a failure. Simply the best press made
I have a Dillon RL-550B, Dillon XL-750, Dillon RL-550C, RCBS Rock Chucker, Redding T7 Turret, Lee #90045, MEC 9000GN 12, MEC 600 JR 12. I bought the RCBS Rock Chucker as my first reloading press over 30 years ago and still use it all the time. The first Dillon RL-550B I bought over 20 years ago and use that one a lot too. The Dillon XL-750 I bought 3 years ago. The MEC 600 JR I bought around 1990 and sold about 2002. I bought it back recently and added the Redding T7 Turret, MEC 9000 GN, Lee #90045 (for bullet sizing) as well. You can't go wrong with any of these presses. They hold up to hundreds of thousands of rounds and are very heavy duty minus the elcheapo Lee #90045 that is used jus for sizing my cast and powder coated lead bullets along with some light duty occasion case prep work.
I hand load my .308 and 6.5 Grendel on a single stage press everything else 9mm
.40cal .45acp .44 magnum .357 .223 and 7.62x39 i reload on dillon XL750 and I'm so glad that I made the right choice I love my dillon XL750 press its awesome.
I wouldn't be able to reload any other way
Nice overview. I started with the 550B and still have one but two of the 650s set up for dedicated calibers.
I've been using a XL650 for over 20 years. It has never failed me. Use to load a bunch of 45, 40, 38SP 357, 223 and 308 on it. Just the other day the spring on the case pusher (the part that pushes the cases into the shell plate) failed. Had the spare in the parts kit and I was back up and running if about 20 minute.
Noticed your Inline Fabrication press stands. I just received the flat stand with the spacer. HD quality products.
Have Square Deal B and would suggest purchasing extra tool heads for different calibers along with an extra powder measure to expedite caliber changes for magnum loads
I have a 750 for reloading 9MM, 223 and 300 Blackout but I also have a BL550 that I use for precision rifle cartridges and small batches for load development. I use two tool heads per cartridge on the 550. One for case prep and one for seating. Make setting up really fast. I prep my brass in 2-300 case batches so all I have to do for match prep ins pour powder and seat bullets.
I started with a RL550B in 1994, shortly afterwards purchased a XL650. The XL650 is pretty much devoted to my higher volume pistol loading. The RL550B picks up most everything else.
I love love love my 550!! I always like to count out my cases when I lube them and count all my bullets when I set up to reload - I always seem to keep looking into my cases as I load so no powder check is not a problem for me as is the case feeder- there is really nothing I feel lacking - the prefect press!! I have several times loaded 1k of 556 and checking every 10 rounds have never had to tweak the powder measure the whole package is awesome!!
8:02 Got a bad one there
Great vid showcasing the differences!
I've been loading with Lee progressive presses for 25+ years. Started with the Pro 1000 and then got the Loadmaster. Used it for a long time, but never trusted the priming system so I primed by hand. That sucked. Was really excited about the Lee Six Pack Pro that is coming out. Got an early (factory second) model from Lee and I'm very disappointed. I had hoped it would be a good competitor to the Dillon 750. Sadly, it has way more plastic than the Loadmaster and is not nearly the press that the Loadmaster is.
So, I started looking at Dillon. I promised myself that since I was moving to a new press manufacturer I would buy what I really wanted. The Dillon XL-750 had most of what I wanted, but I really wanted on-press swaging. So, I bit the bullet and got the RL1100. I'm extremely happy with it. I recently processed (decaped, swaged, sized, trimmed with the RT 1500 and set neck tension) 500 300 BLK cases in no time. I reload a lot of 223, 300 BLK and 9mm. All of which has crimped primers mixed in with non-crimped. I just didn't want to have to hand sort all my brass to swage the cases that needed it. To me, that is huge!
I was really worried that caliber changes, especially going from one primer size to another, would be a huge hassle on the RL1100. But I've found it to be way more simple than I imagined. I love the RL1100. It's pretty much spoiled me.
Another great video! Great detail and presentation.
I use the 550C. Im not shooting thousands of rounds a year but needed the flexibility to load my rifle stuff as well. It does it all. Adding a nifty UFO press light and a groovy bearing supported plate to guide the primer bar makes it all but bulletproof. Plus I like to really QC most all of my reloads so I can run it at the pace I'm comfortable with. Side note... Did you smash a bullet doing the 750 demo?? 😁
Yeah, he smashed a tip. Had to back it up to confirm.😂
Good info, I have the 550 C, love it, use for pistol and 223, load my precision rifle on Rockchucker!
Been using a Lee classic turret press for years with 45acp and 9mm. Forster coax for all rifle rounds. But man I want to upgrade someday to that 750. The only thing that is holding me back from getting one is that I don’t reload enough enough to justify owning a progressive press. It would be more for luxury.
Also Gavin hope you caught that smashed bullet head when you was working the 750.
If i had to start over id still buy the 550.
I have two 550 set up for large & small primers and a 750 for 9mm/223. I also have a LNL AP, the AP is a good press but not at the level of a Dillon.
Btw, I added a Mini case feeder based on your review.
I love how Dillon has different handles to remind you what class you live in 😂. My favorite... all black for low tier, same handle but with Dillon blue for the high end.
I have been loading ammo, starting in the 70s. I have two Dillons. I will just say, I went back to my old single stage loaders. For many reasons! One is safety.
You need to tighten your shell holder plate. It shouldn't be able to tip up and down like yours does. Just tighten until it feels like it's dragging then back off a VERY small amount till it turns smoothly.
For me it is currently the 550b and a RCBS Ammomaster for my .308 and 8x57IS. 2 areas of questions: 1) Are you sure on the TCO of the 550 being higher than the 750 for 2 pistol and 2 rifle calibers? Where are the higher bare bone costs of the 750 are swallowed on the 550‘s way up? 2) you recommend the 550 for reloading rifle calibers because the shell plate is small in diameter and does not tend to wiggle. My observation is that the shell plate on the 550 is only to spinn the case. The die presses the case to the ground plate which is rock solid. What is the neg. influence of a ‚loose‘ shell plate?
Thanks 🙏
I started out with the XL 650 which is a great reloader, but when you are reloading thousands of rounds of 223/5.56 the swaging becomes a great feature and that is why I moved up to the Supper 1050.
I have been using a 550B for years love it. The only thing I don't like about it is when you change from large primers to small ones its a real pain. 3 of my friends have the 550 too and complain about the same thing.we are working on it . One guy uses a shop vac to suck the primers out lol.But anything is better then a single stage press. And you can load rifle and handgun ammo on the same press.
I have a 550B… need to upgrade to 550C
I did buy a RCBS Summit press I use for decaping
Yes I have the Dillon Square deal B. and love it. But I been waiting for you to get in the converted kit for 38 special. It's been out for months I hope you get some parts in so Thank you
I am a fan of the priming system on the 650. I am constantly hear of individuals having problems setting up the priming system on the 750. I have been loading in the 650 for 20 years and have not had a detonation (thank goodness) I think it was a mistake to discontinue the 650 and I think its going to come back.
wear safety glasses... I have never had a primer problem with my 650 either
At minute 8:03 of video, witnessed major snag misalignment bending ammo round entirely. Yikes.
fairly recently bought a 550C. I load 9mm and will soon load 223. I wish I had bought the 750 in hindsight.
I'm wanting to buy the Dillion RL550C model press. I'm mainly will be reloading 30-30 and 30-06 rounds but seems Dillion is out of Dies for this caliber . Will the RCSB dies work on the Dillion ? They are much cheaper also and in stock . I've never reloaded before so a Newbie . Thanks and great informative videos !
Any standard 7/8" dies work on the Dillon RL-550B/C. I have a mix of Dillon, Redding, LEE, RCBS dies in my 25+ calibers I reload for.
@@JohnDoeEagle1 Thanks for the information !
I’m a RL-1100 man thinking about adding the Mr. Bullet feeder
I question if anyone will be loading anything if we don't get some primers for sale soon?
started with using a friend's 550C and his XL 650, would love an Xl750 but the 550c would do all my needs in the future
Reloading pistol on a Lee Classic Turret, Rifle on my rockchucker. If components where reasonable and available I would definitely buy a xl750. But with current situation I doubt I shoot 1,000 rds. A year all calibers combined. The cost of reloading vs. Buying ammo is only based on availability of caliber not cost if you shop around. So I just can't justify the expense of upgrading till things change and I believe that won't change for quite a while. It's really sad I miss my shooting hobby.
I have the xl650 with case feeder and powder check system. Purchased in 2016 and have countless thousands of rounds thru it. Only con to me is the changing from small to large primers. I always run my bulk ammo thru it so the continuous primer feeding isn't really an issue as I never actually run out of brass to prime until my primers run out. I would love to run a bullet feeder on it but would have to either combine my seating/ crimping or my powder check which I'm not ready to do yet lol. Maybe an 1100 is in the future so I can have a few more stations lol
I started with a 550B 32 years ago and have had nothing but Dillon since. Graduated to an XL650 (which I still have) and then eventually a second hand RL1050. While I love Dillon presses I think it's a shame we haven't seen more innovation from the company over the last thirty years, only minor changes in all that time. They really should have their own brand bullet feeder and motorised ram as options by now. Sadly I just can't justify the money for a Mark 7.
That’s the price for those things you want. No pay. No get.
I’m looking into reloading for the first time. Been an avid shooter for decades. I really want it primarily for subsonic 300blk, I currently have close to three 5 gallon buckets of used 300blk brass. Been saving it for a while now. What is the best recommendation for a new guy to the reloading game? I would also like to do 8.6 blackout in the future.
First time reloader and I’m buying the RL1100. Because I can afford it and might as well go big
I have a two 650s and an RL1100. 650s priming system in my opinion is superior to the 750. Aftermarket primer shut off and never had a priming issues. A downside to RL1100 is you limited to Win 308 2.75" overall length. Other than that the RL1100 is well worth the money and quality. Majority of my 308 is SMK 175gr and 168gr with 2.800" C.O.A.L. May be looking at getting the Super 1050 to add to the bench.
I have a Super 1050 that I load 45 ACP. What would be the incentive to buy a RL1100 or what is the major difference if I decided I wanted to by another dedicated press for say 9mm?
I own a Dillon 650 and I love it. It is primarily used for my pistol reloading. I also just recently bought an Area 419 Zero Press and I use that primarily for loading match grade rifle ammo. Out of ALL the reloading machines you have there or have tested if you could only have one press which one would you keep?
The Dillion SDB - is the Ultimate pistol cartridge reloading press Period!
I'll never forgive myself for getting rid on my 2 dillons
I bought an XL 750 about 4 months ago and the Powder drop is so inaccurate that I can not risk using it. I like Dillon generally but I can not risk blowing my hand off with my 500 magnum handgun because of this. Now I just use an electric powder scale/dispenser and double check half the loads as I am loading. Had I known, I would NEVER have bought Dillon
I always find myself in the division between more cost to go progressive, versus the simplicity of focus on one operation at at time. The most important decision to note, is that I never layed out money for a progressive setup.
You would if you shot a lot.
I have a general question about reloading on progressive presses. First, if your rifle cases need trimming because of over length when and how is that done in the reloading process? Also how do you deal with case lube? Do you drop powder in lubed cases?
I bought my Dillon 650 in I think 1995, and on it I have loaded thousands, and thousands, and thousands, and more thousands of rounds with it in 9mm, .45 ACP, .357 mag., .44 mag. and .308 Win. But mainly .357, .44, and .45 ACP. I have only had one big problem, really minor, with it and that was I did not check my batteries in the powder check mechanism often enough and the batteries corroded the interior of that plastic housing, so I attempted to clean up the corrosion, which I did so satisfactorily, and upon doing that one of the little wires became separated from the little horn. So I tried, and I tried to resolder it and ultimately I gave up and called Dillon to request/purchase a new horn/micro switch internal............and guess what ??!? They in a very kind and understanding way said " No Problem " and they sent me the replacement innards......."FREE OF CHARGE ". And I was back, up and running. THANK YOU DILLON !!! Now I have had my 650 for 28 some years, and I will tell you, my machine looks like the day I first mounted it, and that is because I keep it clean AND well maintained. I love my Dillon 650. Now I will aks you [ :-} ], how many other companys have a " No BS Warranty " like that ?? Huh ?? What's that you say ??! Yeah........I already knew the answer. I say Dillon is not only excellent in quality and design but the best bargain out there in terms of progressive presses. That all being said, I will give a shout out to my only other press and that is a RCBS Jr. 2, which has loaded thousands, and thousands, and yet more thousands [ I love saying that........but it is true ] of .357, .44, and 30-06 Sprg. that I purchased brand new in 1972. And it too, is still just as good today as it was 51 years ago, but looks a little classier now adays as I dismantled it some 15 or so years ago and gave it, and my RCBS powder measure and stand a fresh darker [ real purty, OH it's purty ! ] darker green color. So there. That and a purty woman is all that a man needs to keep him happy, uh, as well as some real purty bullet launchers. Signed, Doug.
XL 750 here, I use it for volume loading, 9mm, 45 ACP, 357 mag, 7.62 tokarev, 223, 308, 7.62x39, 30 Carbine. I only use ball powder in my Dillon. I use a RCBS rock chucker supreme for extruded powders or accuracy loads in 308, 223, 30.06, 7.7 Jap 7.62x54r, 303 brit, 8mm Mauser.
XL750 was my choice. I reloaded in high school with the good old RCBS one stage at a time man that is old news I put the double alpha case and mini bullet feeder.
When i started it was either rcbs or dillon 550 or square deal. Im glad i didnt have all these options because it would be difficult!
I bought a 650, then the 750 came out a few months later. Since the 650 was so good I purchased a 750 too.