Viewers may want to check out some of my other reloading videos. Thanks for watching! Sellier & Bellot .44 Magnum Primer Pocket Resize - ruclips.net/user/edit?o=U&video_id=nWM2lzuO6p4 Lyman Case Prep Multi-Tool - ruclips.net/user/edit?o=U&video_id=s1yJlw9OXd0 X-treme Copper Plated Lead Bullets - ruclips.net/user/edit?o=U&video_id=QuMrqwezSQE
I used a Lee Loader for my 44 mag Blackhawk for years, it's still up in the closet. Great video. Since I was reloading in the barracks, I used an inch thick piece of hard rubber and I put a 3/4 inch thick piece of steel down on it with a leather cover. This gave enough resistance to size the case and other operations without causing a lot of noise. That was 50 years ago. I used cast bullets which were very cheap and Unique powder. It was a fairly stout load without being a bruiser.
This video was hype af for some reason, really nice to watch someone do something the right way with proper instructions along the way. Gonna be picking a couple of these up because of you.
I have been using lee Loaders for 60 years, they work great. I use your video to introduce folks new to reloading how to get started and thought I should thank you for it. Thank you, nicely done Sir.
By far the best video covering the Lee kit. I’m about to get underway with .45 Colt and this detail really helps. Excellent technique and explanations. Thank you very much. 👍🇺🇸
@@357magdad Thank you very much. I’ve just got the updated Lyman reloading manual today. I had to buy it because the new Lee kit only listed powders that are now discontinued. I plan on doing my first reloading this week and I’ll let you know how it goes.
Great video magdad! Was recently given a reloading machine.. it looks like it was underwater during Katrina!! Lol but Iv got most of the rust off and freed up ..so I'm ready to get started.
@@357magdad On this Lee kit it says to chamfer the inside of the case mouth if the flaring tool is not included. That's what happens when you buy your kit at San Francisco Gun Exchange in 1982. We fled that town. lol. Keep up the good work.
It's substantially harder for me to get the brass all the way down flush with the resizing die. I basically have to beat on it. Do you think there's something wrong with my die?
Thanks for watching Mark! If you plan to reload a lot of .44mag, I think a press might be the way to go. .357mag and .45colt require a lot less force to size the case making the Lee Loader kit much more pleasant to use.
Great video! Looking to begin reloading. Would a handheld press be safer to insert the primer with? I ask because I have read forum posts where the mallet ended up setting off the primer and I live in a dense area where I may receive noise complaints.
The Lee Loader kits involve a lot of pounding - especially the 44mag. I've set off a couple primers while reloading - it's scary but not as loud and the pounding to size the case. I've got a video about why I was setting off those primers: ruclips.net/video/nWM2lzuO6p4/видео.html
@@357magdad Thank you! I'll give it a watch ASA my lee kit comes in. Worst case I'll just pony up for an actual press. Doubt I would have the confidence to start reloading without your video. Thank you for what you do.
Thanks for watching! You can try to do some measurements to get really close on the first try. Keep in mind that if you're loading mixed brass, case lengths may vary.
I just found my dad's old Lee Loader in .44 magnum. I am eager to give loading a go for the first time! You adjusted the bullet seating die several times to get to the proper depth. Once you ended up where you wanted to be with that first one you did not have to do all of those multiple adjustments with the subsequent rounds right?
As long as the case lengths are uniform, you only have to set it once. I do check the length with a dial caliper as I go just to make sure. The nice thing about reloading rimmed ammo is case length isn't super critical.
Thanks! I have reloaded .357 and .44 mag for lever-action rifles. It is important to get the crimp tight. I have had the experience of pushing the bullet into the case while loading a lever-action. Check out my video on loading for multiple guns. You may want to consider a single-stage press and a post size and crimp die. ruclips.net/video/VUre98krRzI/видео.html
Thanks for watching! I found the scotch brite at my local Home Depot. For cleaning cases you don't need anything special. I like the fine (maroon) and super fine (grey), But I bet the standard green stuff would work too.
Hey this loading set says pistol only. Not to be used with lever action rifles. But what would the difference be? I can’t find a kit for rifles. Will these loads work in a rifle?
Thanks for watching! I'm pretty sure the "no lever action" warning has to do with the was the Lee Loader crimps. I use a different crimping die in a single stage press to crimp for lever action. I did a video about my set-up: ruclips.net/video/VUre98krRzI/видео.html
In that second video you say the crimp in the first kit is better to use for lever actions. The crimp the kit gives appears to be better for the lever to feed the next round.
@@derekp9877 Lee Loader crimp will not stop the bullet from getting pushed down into the case. I had it happen. You can adjust the crimp on the factory crimp/resize die to more securely hold the bullet.
Very well made video. Nice and clear. Have you ever loaded 9mm with a Lee loader? I have had problems getting cast lead bullets seated straight in 9mm. All other calibers have worked great with this tool for me. Thanks!
Steven Taylor - call or email Lee. They make a belling tool for the kit. It isn't included in newer kits because most people use jacketed bullets and the belling tool isn't needed for those, BUT they will quickly supply them on request for anyone who uses cast bullets. You will want to ask for the 9mm/38 size tool
Michael Jordan Jr. - Typically, the Lee Classic isn't recommended for automatics. However, a good number of people reload for them with the Classic kits. Just be aware that you might have issues that others don't. I find that I need to run the fired case through the empty chamber one by one. Expect some very mild resistance, but any case that doesn't easily return to the chamber will need extra attention. Also, you should get a cartridge chamber guage. Place each reload into it before boxing up. The guage will help cull out problematic cartridges. Alternatively, you can run each reloaded cartridge through your dismounted barrel. This part is actually good practice for everyone who reloads. Do this, and you should be able to fire your automatic with the same reliability as factory ammo. If you are willing to spend a bit more, but don't want to go with a bench setup, Lee makes a hand press that accepts regular dies. It's just a bit bigger, but everything can still fit in a drawer out of the way. Not as low cost as the Classic kits, but a long way from the cost of a bench setup, and it CAN reload for automatics. I actually use both, even now, and with attention to detail you should be quite happy with your reloaded ammo.
Adding the case lube both while sizing and belling the case mouth are not called for in the instructions. Unless you do use a patch to clean the bore of the size die you'll get lots of powder sticking in there. I think it will affect the bullet grip in the case mouth by adding lube while belling. Also not in the instructions.
Thanks for watching! The first thing I would recommend is that you double check that you have the right die. Lee stamps the caliber on the side. Also make sure you are using the correct end for resizing - the end with the stepped counter bore not the "funnel". My experience with 44mag is that the cases require a lot of force to resize. Even with case lube you have to wallop them into the die!
@@357magdad it's the right die. Could it be the quality of brass? I hit the brass as hard as I could and it still would not go flush. Maybe a quarter inch above
@@ruthlesstony2133 I've used the Lee Loader kits for 357, 44mag and 45colt. 44mag is by far the hardest to size. You gotta get angry and hit it like it owes you money! Having said that, you might have the brass sized ok. Try fitting a case in the cylinder.
@@357magdad there is a noticeable bulge where the furthest I can get the case in the sizing die. Have to force into the cylinder. In your video, the case goes down the die a majority of the way and you smack it a couple good times and it gets flush. When I put a case in the die it barely goes in and I hit that thing like it killed my dog amd still doesn't go in all the way. I did order a lee single stage press and a sizing die because of this and put in a ticket at lee precision. I'm thinking I have a bad die
@@ruthlesstony2133 If I was loading a lot of 44 mag, I would have to consider the single stage press too. Maybe your Lee Loader die is off - let me know how you make out!
Cost per round will vary depending on what you choose for bullets. If you use the less expensive copper plated lead bullets like I do, the cost per round is roughly 25 cents. That's bullet + powder + primer.
+357magdad thnx a lot, I wanted buy a taurus raging bull, but the ammo cost was preventing me from buying one, now i can also buy a marlin .44 rifle too in future,
Thanks for watching Jered! I wish I had some advice for you but I haven't experienced a problem with crimping. The 44 mag cases are pretty strong, I'm surprised you are able to deform them while crimping.
@@357magdad that was with 30-30 and 45-70 loaders. Just ordered my 44 magnum one the other day. Should be here Wednesday. I have titegroup powder, some 180 grain hornady xtp and 200 grain hornady xtp and a big ole box of berrys 200 grain. I'm ready for some soft shooting 44 mag shots.
Viewers may want to check out some of my other reloading videos. Thanks for watching!
Sellier & Bellot .44 Magnum Primer Pocket Resize - ruclips.net/user/edit?o=U&video_id=nWM2lzuO6p4
Lyman Case Prep Multi-Tool - ruclips.net/user/edit?o=U&video_id=s1yJlw9OXd0
X-treme Copper Plated Lead Bullets - ruclips.net/user/edit?o=U&video_id=QuMrqwezSQE
Have you had any primers pop while you are priming it? I never did with the 45-70 but the 30-30 loader i have pops them every so often.
your review has to be the best video on how to use the LEE hand loader I've seen so far, job well done on the review
Absolutely
I used a Lee Loader for my 44 mag Blackhawk for years, it's still up in the closet. Great video. Since I was reloading in the barracks, I used an inch thick piece of hard rubber and I put a 3/4 inch thick piece of steel down on it with a leather cover. This gave enough resistance to size the case and other operations without causing a lot of noise. That was 50 years ago. I used cast bullets which were very cheap and Unique powder. It was a fairly stout load without being a bruiser.
With such a small and compact unit you really could reload anywhere. Great video
Thanks for watching! The Lee Loader kits are a great way to get started in reloading!
This video was hype af for some reason, really nice to watch someone do something the right way with proper instructions along the way. Gonna be picking a couple of these up because of you.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I've had great success with the Lee Loader kits.
Best video ever when it comes to classic lee loaders, quick, easy to follow and to see all the steps along the way. Thx
Excellent instructional video! You efficiently hit all the necessary points without all the editorializing...very helpful...thanks!
And no loud crappy music.
One of the best reloading tutorials of all time !
Thanks Paul! I'm glad my video was helpful!
Been reloading about 45 years , way down the rabbit hole . But your video is pure and simple and easy for a beginner to understand !
@@Captainpaulbtyhtr Thanks Paul!
Love these Lee loaders you did a real good job showing people how to use them.
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked the video!
Perfect video for a beginner like myself ! Thank you so much for making this video 👍🏽🙏🏽
Thanks for watching! I'm glad my video was helpful!
I have been using lee Loaders for 60 years, they work great. I use your video to introduce folks new to reloading how to get started and thought I should thank you for it. Thank you, nicely done Sir.
Thanks for watching! I'm glad my video is helpful!
Really enjoyed after being away from reloading over 20 years.😊 thanks
I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
By far the best video covering the Lee kit. I’m about to get underway with .45 Colt and this detail really helps. Excellent technique and explanations. Thank you very much. 👍🇺🇸
I also reload 45colt with a Lee Loader kit - I find the cases way easier to resize compared to 44mag.
@@357magdad Thank you very much. I’ve just got the updated Lyman reloading manual today. I had to buy it because the new Lee kit only listed powders that are now discontinued. I plan on doing my first reloading this week and I’ll let you know how it goes.
I’m just starting out with reloading my own rounds- this video tells me pretty much all I need to know👍🏻
Thanks for watching Blue Ox!
The Lee Loader kit is a great way to get into reloading!
Did it better than 98% of people on RUclips!
Thank you! I am glad you liked the video!
Thanks so much for talking the time to demystify this process! Such a clear and well-presented explanation. A true service to us newbies!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad my video was helpful!
For some crazy reason....this video made me happy.
thank you
You're not crazy! Reloading is fun and a good way to same some $ on range ammo!
Great video magdad! Was recently given a reloading machine.. it looks like it was underwater during Katrina!! Lol but Iv got most of the rust off and freed up ..so I'm ready to get started.
This helped me tremendously! Thank you for taking the time.
I am glad viewers are finding my video helpful!
Excellent tutorial sir . . . short, sweet, and to the point . . . well done!
Thank you for the positive feedback.
My .44 mag. kit didn't come with a flaring tool. You made the best video I've seen for this reloader.
Thanks Bruce! I think you can get replacement parts for your kit from Lee Precision just for the price of shipping.
@@357magdad On this Lee kit it says to chamfer the inside of the case mouth if the flaring tool is not included. That's what happens when you buy your kit at San Francisco Gun Exchange in 1982. We fled that town. lol. Keep up the good work.
Joe and I need one
Best vid I've seen on the Lee Loader so far! Thanks!
Really good informative video, Thank you.
I'm glad it was helpful!
I use these for rifle but never used for pistol cases, is the lube necessary for pistol cases? I use these for rifle specifically to skip lubing
44mag is really tough to resize. I wouldn't want to try it without lube.
It's substantially harder for me to get the brass all the way down flush with the resizing die. I basically have to beat on it. Do you think there's something wrong with my die?
44 mag is by far the hardest to resize with the Lee Loader kit. 357 mag and 45 colt are much easier.
I have the same problem with 38 special. Could be amount of type of lube used. I'm using Hornady OneShot. But may got the cream type.
Excellent video. Thanks
Thanks Vincent!
Great video..just picked up one of these and appreciate the instructions.
Excellent, thank you.
I'm glad you liked the video!
Thanks. Excellent video. Do you think a worthwhile upgrade would be an arbor press. No banging. No vibration.
Thanks for watching Mark! If you plan to reload a lot of .44mag, I think a press might be the way to go. .357mag and .45colt require a lot less force to size the case making the Lee Loader kit much more pleasant to use.
Great video! Looking to begin reloading. Would a handheld press be safer to insert the primer with? I ask because I have read forum posts where the mallet ended up setting off the primer and I live in a dense area where I may receive noise complaints.
The Lee Loader kits involve a lot of pounding - especially the 44mag. I've set off a couple primers while reloading - it's scary but not as loud and the pounding to size the case. I've got a video about why I was setting off those primers:
ruclips.net/video/nWM2lzuO6p4/видео.html
@@357magdad Thank you! I'll give it a watch ASA my lee kit comes in. Worst case I'll just pony up for an actual press. Doubt I would have the confidence to start reloading without your video. Thank you for what you do.
Very nice! Great attention to details! Is there a reason why you don't place the case in the decapping tool,? seems easier than on top of it.
Terry L. - It is easier and the case is self centered when the decapping chamber is turned over and used as directed in the instructions.
Great video I’m new to this. Can you adjust the bullet seater once instead of having to adjust so many times?
Thanks for watching! You can try to do some measurements to get really close on the first try. Keep in mind that if you're loading mixed brass, case lengths may vary.
@@357magdad thank you
Great video... I plan to purchase one of these this year
Thanks! I've reloaded a few thousand 357 rounds with my Lee Loader kit -still works great!
Thank you for this sir!
Your welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thank-you Sir I hope this saves me some money.
Thanks for watching! Hand loading your own .44 mag will definitely save you money!
thank you for your video well done!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
I just found my dad's old Lee Loader in .44 magnum. I am eager to give loading a go for the first time! You adjusted the bullet seating die several times to get to the proper depth. Once you ended up where you wanted to be with that first one you did not have to do all of those multiple adjustments with the subsequent rounds right?
As long as the case lengths are uniform, you only have to set it once. I do check the length with a dial caliper as I go just to make sure. The nice thing about reloading rimmed ammo is case length isn't super critical.
Great informative video.
Thanks! I'm glad my video was helpful!
Nice n concise
Thanks John!
Just ordered same one. Ready to start loading some light 44 mag loads. Tired of all that kick. What powder do you use?
I used Winchester 296 for these.
well done.
Awesome video. Do you use these rounds in a lever rifle at all?
Thanks! I have reloaded .357 and .44 mag for lever-action rifles. It is important to get the crimp tight. I have had the experience of pushing the bullet into the case while loading a lever-action. Check out my video on loading for multiple guns. You may want to consider a single-stage press and a post size and crimp die.
ruclips.net/video/VUre98krRzI/видео.html
+357magdad , that is what most people tell me but this kit is the only reloading that appeals to me.
What type of scotch brite are you using in the video??
Thanks for watching! I found the scotch brite at my local Home Depot. For cleaning cases you don't need anything special. I like the fine (maroon) and super fine (grey), But I bet the standard green stuff would work too.
Excellence
Thanks for watching!
Will that work for 44 special to?
Thanks for watching! The kit will work for 44 special, but you need to use a different scoop.
Hey this loading set says pistol only. Not to be used with lever action rifles. But what would the difference be? I can’t find a kit for rifles. Will these loads work in a rifle?
Thanks for watching! I'm pretty sure the "no lever action" warning has to do with the was the Lee Loader crimps. I use a different crimping die in a single stage press to crimp for lever action. I did a video about my set-up:
ruclips.net/video/VUre98krRzI/видео.html
In that second video you say the crimp in the first kit is better to use for lever actions. The crimp the kit gives appears to be better for the lever to feed the next round.
@@derekp9877 Lee Loader crimp will not stop the bullet from getting pushed down into the case. I had it happen. You can adjust the crimp on the factory crimp/resize die to more securely hold the bullet.
Very well made video. Nice and clear. Have you ever loaded 9mm with a Lee loader? I have had problems getting cast lead bullets seated straight in 9mm. All other calibers have worked great with this tool for me. Thanks!
Thanks for watching Steven! I have no experience with 9mm. I think it may be tougher to seat the bullet because you don't flare the 9mm cases?
Steven Taylor - call or email Lee. They make a belling tool for the kit. It isn't included in newer kits because most people use jacketed bullets and the belling tool isn't needed for those, BUT they will quickly supply them on request for anyone who uses cast bullets. You will want to ask for the 9mm/38 size tool
would these work for a desert eagle reloads for 44 mag? because it says on the box not recommend for pump or semi action
I only have experience loading for revolvers and lever action. Thanks for watching!
Michael Jordan Jr. - Typically, the Lee Classic isn't recommended for automatics. However, a good number of people reload for them with the Classic kits. Just be aware that you might have issues that others don't. I find that I need to run the fired case through the empty chamber one by one. Expect some very mild resistance, but any case that doesn't easily return to the chamber will need extra attention. Also, you should get a cartridge chamber guage. Place each reload into it before boxing up. The guage will help cull out problematic cartridges. Alternatively, you can run each reloaded cartridge through your dismounted barrel. This part is actually good practice for everyone who reloads. Do this, and you should be able to fire your automatic with the same reliability as factory ammo.
If you are willing to spend a bit more, but don't want to go with a bench setup, Lee makes a hand press that accepts regular dies. It's just a bit bigger, but everything can still fit in a drawer out of the way. Not as low cost as the Classic kits, but a long way from the cost of a bench setup, and it CAN reload for automatics. I actually use both, even now, and with attention to detail you should be quite happy with your reloaded ammo.
Adding the case lube both while sizing and belling the case mouth are not called for in the instructions. Unless you do use a patch to clean the bore of the size die you'll get lots of powder sticking in there. I think it will affect the bullet grip in the case mouth by adding lube while belling. Also not in the instructions.
Thanks for watching! I run a patch through the sizer. I haven't had any trouble with "bullet grip".
So I'm trying to resize my cases and they won't even go halfway down the resizing die... once fired PMC and Winchester brass
Thanks for watching! The first thing I would recommend is that you double check that you have the right die. Lee stamps the caliber on the side. Also make sure you are using the correct end for resizing - the end with the stepped counter bore not the "funnel". My experience with 44mag is that the cases require a lot of force to resize. Even with case lube you have to wallop them into the die!
@@357magdad it's the right die. Could it be the quality of brass? I hit the brass as hard as I could and it still would not go flush. Maybe a quarter inch above
@@ruthlesstony2133 I've used the Lee Loader kits for 357, 44mag and 45colt. 44mag is by far the hardest to size. You gotta get angry and hit it like it owes you money! Having said that, you might have the brass sized ok. Try fitting a case in the cylinder.
@@357magdad there is a noticeable bulge where the furthest I can get the case in the sizing die. Have to force into the cylinder. In your video, the case goes down the die a majority of the way and you smack it a couple good times and it gets flush. When I put a case in the die it barely goes in and I hit that thing like it killed my dog amd still doesn't go in all the way.
I did order a lee single stage press and a sizing die because of this and put in a ticket at lee precision. I'm thinking I have a bad die
@@ruthlesstony2133 If I was loading a lot of 44 mag, I would have to consider the single stage press too. Maybe your Lee Loader die is off - let me know how you make out!
What's the cost for reloading after once before used cases?
Cost per round will vary depending on what you choose for bullets. If you use the less expensive copper plated lead bullets like I do, the cost per round is roughly 25 cents. That's bullet + powder + primer.
+357magdad thnx a lot, I wanted buy a taurus raging bull, but the ammo cost was preventing me from buying one, now i can also buy a marlin .44 rifle too in future,
About 1 round out of 20 I mess up when I crimp. Always end up bending it or crimping a lump in it. It's rare but still annoying.
Thanks for watching Jered! I wish I had some advice for you but I haven't experienced a problem with crimping. The 44 mag cases are pretty strong, I'm surprised you are able to deform them while crimping.
@@357magdad that was with 30-30 and 45-70 loaders. Just ordered my 44 magnum one the other day. Should be here Wednesday. I have titegroup powder, some 180 grain hornady xtp and 200 grain hornady xtp and a big ole box of berrys 200 grain. I'm ready for some soft shooting 44 mag shots.
someone send to Brazil ??
too much time on seating,
Thanks for watching! I have to admit, I do not understand your comment.
@@357magdad he probably sets the seating tool once, hammers away ,,not adjusting again and again and again
@@terryleblanc6868 You might be right! Once you get the depth right you can "set it and forget it"
someone send to Brazil ??