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Message: <blockquote data-quote="JoeUSooner" data-source="post: 3721430" data-attributes="member: 55109">Caveats: I have only been reloading for about 5-1/2 years now, and I've always been very careful about quality-control.  I only reload 9mm. I started with a single-stage Lee press (still use it with one double-duty die, to de-prime and initially re-size brass, prior to tumbling).  But I now use a Lee Pro1000 multi-stage press for the main reloading sequences. With that said...1) Back when using the single-stage press, I found quick-release bushings to be helpful - for me, they are both easy-to-use and reliable. I found no "downside" to them.2) I've always hand-loaded primers. Besides simple convenience, I can "feel" the operation well enough (through the loader's sensitive handle) to accurately judge seating depth, so I have more confidence in the final product. And the already-primed brass cycles quite well through the multi-stage press.3) I initially used a small electronic scale to measure each powder charge, which was acceptable for single-stage operation. But with the Pro1000 I use a powder dispenser in a flow-through die, and QC check every 10th round on the electronic scale (a bit of extra time, but worth it for my peace of mind). In 4 years, I have never found an improper powder charge, so the dispenser works well.Hope this info helps...</blockquote>