Lee loader...

[jumbuck]

I'm looking at getting a .223 Rem Lee Loader, before I do are they any good? Looked on yoo tube, it looks really simple to use and just the job
My mate and I used to reload our own but he sold off the press etc etc when he gave up shooting and I can't afford to get the stuff together again at the moment.

Your opinions, advice appreciated!!!!
Thanks

[humperdingle]

I used one for my .22-250... results were excellent! Can’t remember what powder I used, possibly Varget.

The first few bangs with a hammer, my heart was in my mouth, though

[verminatormjc]

I’d say get a proper press, much better

[loiner1965]

I’d say get a proper press, much better

agree......lee challengers are good value

[Simon_S]

Yes the Lee loader is of if your just loading very small number for hunting, But if loading
target ammo I would get the lee challenger press. Its lot more flexible with the load lengths

[MikB]

agree......lee challengers are good value

Yes. Big cases can put too much stress on them and you can break the alli diecasting that links lever to ram, but 223 should be a breeze.

The Lee Loader's OK as an introduction, but you'll most likely find it laborious, and eventually annoying - I did.

[kennyc]

take the mid route, get a Lee hand press, it will take normal dies and is so useful for doing stuff like decapping/sizing and priming whilst watching TV or adjusting length on the range, you will never need to move it on as it always has a use (and I have two bench presses I use as well)
depending on your build you might grunt a bit sizing on larger cartridges ( I have loaded .308 and 7.5x55 on mine) but use a decent lube like Imperial wax and it will be fine, especially with .223.