On a side note, we loaded 700 rounds of .45 SWC in 90 minutes Monday using the 650XL
This is a new subliminal thought & purchase re-direction technique I learned,, 650xl,,, I thought I would 650xl try it out and see 650xl how it works.
we were not trying to set any kind of speed record, this is my first time loading
we were not trying to set any kind of speed record, this is my first time loading and 700 in 90 minutes was great, we stopped to load primers, cases, inspected some rounds, powder, O.A.L. etc and chitt-chatted, no rush,,, if it can load more rounds per hour than I do, thats even better
also, after weighing all of the pros and cons, 550 vs 650, vs Hornady, I did what I typically do,,, I bought the best loader (or whatever) I could afford at the time, which happened to be the 650, it was worth the extra $125 cost difference to me to not have to manually index the shell plate, and I liked having the 5th station for an option, but thats just me.
So far, my opinion is that Dillon is a solid product, a person can't go wrong either way..
How many rounds do you reload, and, does your left thumb / hand / etc. get sore from turning that index wheel repeatedly?
I don't want to pay the money and find there's an irritating ergonomic issue I could have avoided by paying a little more...thanks for your help!
+1 that's slow poking it with a 650700 rounds in 90 minutes isn't the best selling argument for a 650... I can EASILY meet that rate on my 550. 500 rounds typically takes me ~55 minutes. If you include filling primer tubes, you could make it ~70 minutes.
You have Bite the Bullet in Seymour IN. Bob is a Dillon dealer if you want to see one in person and talk to somebody. Last I was in there he was loading on a 550 and a couple of 650's in his shop.
If you oder one by mail get it from Brian Enos. It will direct ship from Dillon but you will get free shipping from him and save sales tax. Brian is real good to deal with too.
they r quick to load blasting ammo***but can they do it accurately?
Is this a serious question?
Been using the 550 for years. Usually do 300 rounds at a time, and have never had an issue... Plus it's hard to beat Dillon's warranty/customer service!