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Post by hacker54 on May 31, 2016 20:41:19 GMT -5
Well guys just found out that Lyman has now come out with their 50th Edition Reloading Handbook. Looks like according to their web site the new book has added some of the newer calibers. Some of the caliber are 17 Hornet the Nosler calibers and a Ruger Compact Magnum and other calibers. Here is a link to check it out. This is one new manual I would put in my library for reference. www.lymanproducts.com/lyman/publications/50th-edition.php |
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Post by bob on May 31, 2016 20:47:53 GMT -5
I've had mine on order for a few weeks now. I agree it is, at the very least, an excellent reference.
My apologies for not mentioning it when I heard about it.
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Post by gws on May 31, 2016 21:42:14 GMT -5
I have no idea why, exactly, but I've never bought a Lyman product until I bought their big dry tumbler a number of years ago. It's a wonderful tool! I think it's about time I bought their Reloading Handbook. I've kept up with Speer, Sierra, Hornady, and Nosler manuals, because I buy their bullets. I've heard the Lyman manual is a good reference.....it's time I find out for myself. Thanks for the heads up.  |
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Post by poohzilla on Jun 1, 2016 6:31:44 GMT -5
From what I've figured, I'm as big a fan of Lyman as there is in this group, and I'll be picking this one up. If I were stuck on a desert island with one loading manual, it would be Lyman's, since it's not powder or bullet brand specific and covers a lot of (not just Lyman) cast bullets. It's the one I recommend to newbies, for many of the same reasons. There are many ways to Nirvana, and this one is mine ! Did I mention Hunter Ed Instructor Discount ?  |
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Post by SnapShot on Jun 1, 2016 16:37:25 GMT -5
Back in what now seem like a 100 years ago my mentor got me started in hand loading with Lyman equipment and handbook. I go to their book for cross reference on any/all bullets that are not jacketed (although they cover jacketed info as well). As I look over my bench these days I seem to have drifted away from my "one-brand loyalty" but there is a fair share of Lyman products among the mess. I try to keep my reloading library up to date and will no-doubt add this one. Thanks for mentioning it I was not aware that it was out. They had a large booth at the NRA Annual Meeting a couple of weeks ago but if they had the book there I somehow missed seeing it.
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Post by bob on Jun 1, 2016 19:54:49 GMT -5
How was the meeting Larry?
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Post by SnapShot on Jun 2, 2016 11:21:18 GMT -5
Bob ~
My wife and I really enjoyed the experience. Although I've been a Life Member since 1969, this was our first Annual Meeting. Meeting the other people and hearing the presenters was great. There is so much going on and so much of it is so patriotic and uplifting it makes you feel good. The fight for our 2nd A' rights is a major portion of the meeting. Of course meeting the celebrities was fun too. There was over 11 acres of vendors at the show; everyone in the shooting sports industries was there. Getting to talk with design people and engineers was my highlight and I got some questions answered. The downside to the vendor show was the fact that there is so much being offered that we who live in California can't buy. Overall the meeting was a great experience and I will probably attend other meetings now that I know how it all works.
~ Larry
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Post by bob on Jun 2, 2016 19:44:09 GMT -5
Glad you had an enjoyable experience Larry, I look forward to going one day as well.
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Post by springfieldxdm on Jun 2, 2016 20:06:42 GMT -5
Was this the meeting in Louisville, Kentucky?
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Post by gws on Jun 2, 2016 23:10:38 GMT -5
So did RCBS show off their new progressives?
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Post by SnapShot on Jun 3, 2016 11:33:42 GMT -5
Yes, it was the NRA Annual Meeting in Louisville and yes, RCBS had their full line of equipment. That booth really had big crowds. In fact all of the big names in reloading (Hornady, Sierra, Dillon, Lyman, RCBS, etc) were attracting big crowds.
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Post by poohzilla on Jun 30, 2016 9:58:21 GMT -5
I took delivery of the Lyman 50th Ed. yesterday. As advertized, it has a number of new entries, including the 300 Blackout/Whisper. It brought be up to date on the 6.8 and 6.8II, and other such goodies. As always, the basic loading instructions were good, and the features were interesting and useful. One thing I noted is that the printing is now full color and the graphics were changed. One of the best features is, at least subjectively, that the load data is more clearly printed. (Nice for us old geezers, a real safety feature for us all.) It did not disappoint me-I still think it's the best manual for the generalist, and a good reference overall. It is the one I recommend to newbies. I recommend it highly. Hunter Ed instructors, note the generous discount they offer.
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Post by SnapShot on Jun 30, 2016 12:35:02 GMT -5
I'll echo Poo's endorsement of the latest Lyman Manual. Had mine a couple of weeks now and from the brief overview it has plenty of new info to make the purchase worthwhile. The reason I say brief is . . . my son borrowed it a few days after I got it and I haven't seen it since.
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Post by poohzilla on Jun 30, 2016 20:27:37 GMT -5
I'll echo Poo's endorsement of the latest Lyman Manual. Had mine a couple of weeks now and from the brief overview it has plenty of new info to make the purchase worthwhile. The reason I say brief is . . . my son borrowed it a few days after I got it and I haven't seen it since. Larry, the boy's got a good head on his shoulders ! That's even better than the Hunter Ed discount !  |
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Post by bob on Jul 16, 2016 18:08:52 GMT -5
I finally got my Lyman #50, haven't spent much time with it yet but did see my first Lyman manual's cover(#44) illustrated in the history section. I guess it was a '65 edition. Also a fairly good representation of .325 WSM data . I'm looking forward to reading tonight! I know I could've got it sooner by online shopping however I knowingly went with my LGS. |
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Post by SnapShot on Jul 17, 2016 13:02:37 GMT -5
Bob ~
You're right; we need to support our local shops. My reaction to having my local guy tell me he can order something is to just say that's okay and then order it myself. The local guys, especially the small businesses are between the old rock and hard place these days. I've recently tried to be more aware of this.
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Post by poohzilla on Jul 17, 2016 15:40:31 GMT -5
One of my suppliers is a local hardware store. ( A *real* hardware store. Not a "home center") The guy does some sporting goods-actually, has cultivated a good trade in consignment guns-his selection is limited. If I need something, and can anticipate it, I pick out the item and the next time he's ordering, it's on the list. Often, it helps him make a minimum, so he's ordering sooner than he otherwise might. It's strictly cash on this portion of our relationship, I get a discount, and he picks up the freight. Everyone's ahead.
Meanwhile, the local guys have people flocking to the .coms and box stores, and then come to them for contributions to the local Little League and whatnot. Ok, I'm off my soapbox !
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Post by bob on Jul 17, 2016 19:18:41 GMT -5
One of my suppliers is a local hardware store. ( A *real* hardware store. Not a "home center") The guy does some sporting goods-actually, has cultivated a good trade in consignment guns-his selection is limited. If I need something, and can anticipate it, I pick out the item and the next time he's ordering, it's on the list. Often, it helps him make a minimum, so he's ordering sooner than he otherwise might. It's strictly cash on this portion of our relationship, I get a discount, and he picks up the freight. Everyone's ahead. Meanwhile, the local guys have people flocking to the .coms and box stores, and then come to them for contributions to the local Little League and whatnot. Ok, I'm off my soapbox !  !!! |
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My daughter came from Missouri, my son and grand son, my wife and I had a nice dinner of grilled "porter house" pork chops, corn on the cobb, my son, G'son and I share 10/5. G'son is 4 minutes early though @ 10/4.
Pooh I hope you find to right house . 
