What a great video. Excellent for beginners - Gary doesn't make you feel stupid even when he's teaching you the most basic of skills. Thanks for posting.
The tip at 10:15 regarding putting a fired piece in station 1 while setting your seating die is gold. I did that to my dies tonight and the dummy rounds I ran were dead on for OAL. Excellent video.
Love my Dillon 650, loading for 5 family members and have loaded 60K + of 9mm. The 750 is the improved 650 and will be another workhorse for the reloader. You have to love a company that puts out a great product, has awesome customer service, and put out all these instruction videos to help the reloader get started. My hat goes off to the guys at Dillon, Thank You.
I wish I had a “Gary” come with the XL750 when I buy it. It’s awesome to have a veteran reloader teach a new guy. One day, I hope to be able to teach a new guy reloading, but first I need to move past being the new guy.
Guys i have a 650 Dillon since 40 + Years and its still working perfect...and i loaded a lot till i was fortuned to win the German national championship ....Thank you Dillon love your poduct and quallity ! Rg Bernd.
Mark yes you are right :o) …did not describe correct…i shoot 40+ years….loading with the Dillon i do since 1999, before some friend did it for me also on a Dillon mostly….but hey good to see you read my comment exacte ! …let go to the range :o) we are again allowed to in Germany here :o))) Have a good day and enjoy.
These are exactly the type of videos myself and others I know have been looking for! Easy to understand, basic step by step walk through with decent camera angles to visualize the process and a no nonsense team of simple to understand instructors without all the technical fluff that is a usual stumbling block for new hobbyists! I am definitely sharing this and looking at your products now!
i plan on starting reloading some time next year. this was helpful. Might get this press. dont know yet but it looked pretty straight forward and understandable
This brings back some memories! I had a 550 that I world bolt to my desk in the barracks after Friday formation. I'd drink beer and load 500-1000 rounds and hit the range Saturday, loved that machine. Also a miracle I never got busted by the Gunny or watch standers. I shot 12-15 thousand rounds a year because it was so cheap using plated bullets and recycled brass. Eventually I even set it up for 7.62 for service rifle matches, that was a pain in the ass but it can be done. It sure was funny going to the mail room for a box that weighed probably 40 pounds! Good times indeed.
This is the BEST VIDEO I've ever seen For a novice like me never had reload before first timer.... wow this is great THANK YOU really i wish you make more videos like this .... That was I will watch this video at least 10 more times and I'll become an expert
This was a GREAT video; paced just right and with terrific amount of information for the 'how and the why'. I just received my XL750 waiting for a new tool cart to arrive tomorrow to get this baby together! SOOO excited. Thanks DP for making such a streamlined machine.
Newbie here, considering my first press. Likely to be a 550C or this 750XL. There are some who say precision ammo is best loaded on the 550C, while bulk is best on the 750XL. Is this true? 4 stations instead of 5 means seating and crimping in one stage on the 550C versus the 750, is that correct, and does separating the two with an extra stage really matter that much?
@@MrIdasam God I hope you're wrong. I feel Commiefornia has already tried to ban reloading back in the day and it got shot down in the courts. Well powder and primers will be the hardest to get if they do something.
I just received my 750 yesterday, I'm about to put it together, I'm so excited !!!! Thank for making this video, It gives me the confidence that I need to do this alone as a rookie :)
Can you use that same machine to reload different amo like 5.56 2.23,7.62,6.5 etc.. with additional accessories like dies..for each amo or you have to get a different machine ..??
Henry Cartier yes, the 5.56 and .223 use the same dies since the casing and bullet are the same just different chamber pressure and the Dillon can reload over 100+ different calibers you just need to buy the dies for each caliber.
I'm seriously debating selling my 650 and buying a 750. I like my 650 (had it almost 10yrs) and it has been fantastic... but the priming system is the one thing that has always annoyed me (despite the fact it does work well).. Now that they've revamped the priming system... I'm giving it serious consideration. I might throw the 650 on craigslist and if I get the right offer, I'll pull the trigger.
@@Ken-xv4sb I ended up doing the same thing. The 650 primer wheel was giving me a lot of hassle and the 750's primer system just works. I think the 650 to 750 upgrade is perfectly fine especially if you can find a buyer for your old 650 for a decent price.
@@aznhomig truth is, if you keep it clean, the 650 priming system is very reliable. I have very few probs out of it. My biggest gripe has always been when no case is present, then the ski ramp, etc. Years ago I done the mod with the little bottle to catch live primers, so that problem is gone. Also have spent primers going into a bottle, so they aren't flying around.
Gary " you've got the human manual next to you" Me " who does thar guy think he is"? Me 2 minutes into the video "Jesus that guys a human manual." You can't go wrong watching these videos. If you're new or even experienced.
I have a 550 from ~20 years ago. It still runs like a champ. Once I broke a part due to my own ignorance. I called Dillon and they sent a replacement part for free, despite my objection. That's one broken part in 20 years... I expect them to chew me out next time I screw up.
Love my Dillon 650 XL with all the bells and buzzers. Average 300 rounds a DAY of .45 ACP with Precision Bullet’s 200 gr. SWC cast lead moly coated bullets, vihtavuori N320 7-8 gr, Winchester primers and range brass. This custom load with less powder and lighter projectile than commercial loads works great for quick competition shooting.
Who would have thought these would be impossible to buy a year and a half later. :( I have a 550 and a 650. I would like a super 1050 but it would be overkill. Hopefully I can get another 650/750 this year.
@@Renitajune With the lack of components (primers especially) it doesn't make any sense to get this right now. I continue to load small batches on my single stage.
When do you trim the cases. If using fired brass it’s ultra hard to get consistent crimps if not trimmed. I’m about to purchase, or at least hit the purchase button and wait, a 750XL. I’ve been single stage for 10 years and have trimmed after resizing every case I’ve loaded. Trying to understand why you don’t on a progressive press.
Just tare the primed brass and measure the powder charge weight in the brass instead of dumping it in a pan. Also, when dumping powder back into the loader's hopper, don't tap on the hopper...it settles the powder more than normal powder flow does.
I am preparing my garage for reloading and as of now I believe I’ll be buying the Dillon 750. I never see any detailed videoed on proper mounting of the press. I have a 6 ft Husky tool bench with an adjustable hard wood top. The bench with tools in it weighs about 800 + pounds. Suggestions ?
Gary is a godsend to a new Dillon Press user! He can teach anybody as shown here again! Thanks for putting these videos out, his tips and info are always great to listen to.
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This has been the best Dillon setup video so far. Still many questions since I’m new to this...too many to list. But between the manual and the internet, should be good
My thought as well. I’ve been handloading precision rifle ammunition on a single stage press for 25 years and I wouldn’t dream of loading a primer without first cleaning the primer pocket. Without doing this, primers seating will be measurably inconsistent and result in reduced accuracy. Maybe it’s just not as critical with handgun ammunition.
You should get the Dillon 650 DVD, that's how I learned to reload. Then I got a single stage too, then I started casting, then powder coating, then making gas checks, it never ends.
Biggest thing I would do is set the powder measure before adding all those primers. The 650 indexes (advanced the shell plates) with every handle pull. All those strokes measuring powder would throw out a primer. The new 750 primer system is similar to the 550. The primers don't index with every handle pull.
It’s so refreshing finding world class machines made right here in the USA backed by an American company with values and integrity that genuinely wants the best for the customer. This was how a majority of the companies used to operate with their number one priority being to put out a good product that would sell itself. Somewhere along the line marketing took over and they realized with good marketing they could push junk on people and maximize profits and pull the wool over everyone’s eyes. Like I said, refreshing that a company like Dillon is still around with those good ol’ American values.
This video must be for absolute newbies. I cycle my powder measure by hand into my cup and measure 10 throws to get a good average. I.E. 4.0 gr needed, 10 throws would be 40 grains and I'm good with plus or minus .2 grains. Rest of the video is pretty good, but like I said geared to the newbie. The 750 priming system is better IMHO because if you have a problem you don't waste a primer in the shute or have to unscrew the cam to stop feeding primers. I have 2 650's and a 550B. Love my Dillons and their customer service.
I really want the XL750, ive bought my first auto pistol.. and well its safe to stay i go though my ammo much faster and am shooting more then with my wheel guns.. XL750 for Xmas 😉 and loading 100's of around on a single stage it starting to get painful lol
For the overall bullet length: I thought the overall length should be 1.15 - 1.17. Why did he have him go lower down to 1.128? Am I doing it wrong if I push it down only to 1.15?
Excellent intro to the 750. I've been loading on my 550 since I first bought it as a 450 in late 1980's before making all the conversions to the 550. Have been considering the 750 and this was a great introduction. With the old RCBS single stage press, my 550 and soon the 750 I paraphrase Roy Scheider (Jaws quote), You're gonna need a bigger reloading bench.
@@DillonPrecisionVideos JUST got off the phone with sales, my 750 is incoming tomorrow. I keep my original 550 at home. Have had it since it was a 450 (bought in mid '80s), the other 550C was bought new from local dealer and will be on a work bench at work next to the 750. We obviously have a few shooters at work!
@@DillonPrecisionVideos After a year - .223, .308, 9mm and 45ACP, I'm loving it. Also picked up the low powder sensor and powder check assembly (because after a few hundred rounds, and listening to tunes on the stereo and NOT paying attention) I had dropped some light powder loads before I realized it - and not sure WHICH of the loaded rounds in the bin were light loads, I ended up pulling a couple dozen bullets just to be sure and cursing my not paying attention. I'm not used to loading this quickly! (you can't make your machines IDIOT PROOF) Also added the bullet tray - it just makes grabbing the bullet a simpler motion than picking up out of the box. The only "downside" to the 750 is that now I have a LOT of friends who expect me to "just load a few for me the next time you're setup"
My very first and only press is the XL650 that was 25 years ago. Still running strong loading several calibers with quick change tool heads for each. Between their tech support and no BS warranty i will never change from Dillon. Nice tutorial.
I want to get into reloading, but every time I do the math, it's always more expensive in both time and money than simply buying ammo. What's the appeal?
Reloading cheap rounds, like 9mm, doesn't make a lot of sense. I reload for my older rifles because the military ammo is getting scarce and is often corrosive. When you start getting into larger calibers, reloading is more beneficial.
If you shoot a lot, competitions or otherwise, savings add up quickly. Weird calibers or weird loads add up very quickly. It also provides you insurance against ammo shortages when people start hoarding. It lets you tailor loads for your gun. It gives you the ability to buy components in bulk and further reduce your per shot cost. If you can scrounge free range brass it amplifies all those benefits. Bottom line, it puts you in control with a fun hobby that pays back in the long run. I regret not purchasing reloading equipment along with my very first centerfire.
