Being a cheapskate and a pretty good mechanical engineer/DIY/tinkerer type, I am considering buying a Lee LoadMaster progressive reloader ($229 w/ 9mm die set) vs the better more expensive Dillon 550B (about $500 w/ 9mm die set).
I have read many reviews about the Lee and the non-mechanically inclined types seem to have many problems, while many apparently mechanical engineer types say it works great. I "think" I am more than capable of making improvements to the weak points of the Lee and would really like to order one, but everyone I know who reloads says I should stick with the pricier Dillon.
I know all about Dillon's fine reputation and life time warranty, but the tinkerer in me wants to give the Lee a go.
Anyone here ever try making a Lee Loadmaster (or even the cheaper Lee 1000) work reliably for thousands of rounds?
Lee Load-Master Progressive Press Kit 9mm Luger - MidwayUSA
