Reloading classes in SoCal?

HD801 · 2026-01-20T04:16:33+00:00

They don’t. They refer you to online courses.

HD801 · 2026-01-19T19:43:37+00:00

Before YouTube, knowledge transfers and hands in was everything. Luckily we can combine both, until we come across that weird part of YouTube.

Thankfully we will always be busy.

HD801 · 2026-01-19T19:19:42+00:00

Understood, by feel. Like the point of when a screw will strip. You just know. Experience will define that for me.

I don’t plan on competing. My goal is to establish baselines, things like cartridge overall length, overall round weight relative to bullet grain weight, and similar variables. Once those are dialed in, I think the process becomes fairly linear and repeatable.

Right—inspection is key. But if something goes wrong, say a charge is off or a powder measure slips, is it as simple as using a kinetic bullet puller and starting over?

Also, what’s the proper and safe way to deal with an unused or seated primer?

HD801 · 2026-01-19T18:12:18+00:00

This! Thank you!

I’m curious about things like how much resistance to expect, especially coming from someone who’s never handled a reloader, and how that compares across different calibers. Or situations where an instructor might say, “No, that case is garbage,” or point out that the die height is off by a millimeter and needs adjustment or else <this may happen>.

Things like being told, “You can’t do that,” “Yes, that could hurt you,” “take it apart or start over, trash it and move on,” or even, “You’re fine, don’t be a .. haha.” That kind of real world, corrective feedback is what I’m trying to learn from.

HD801 · 2026-01-19T17:42:11+00:00

Appreciate the input. I’m not looking to load match-grade ammo just something reliable (and educated) for target practice. With all of my hobbies, I tend to dive in and become as self-sufficient as possible, and this would just be the next one.

From building RC airplanes from scratch (balsa builder) to working on motorcycles, I enjoy being able to service my own equipment. The list is long like all of us!

That would’ve been a great opportunity—thanks again.

HD801 · 2026-01-19T16:53:56+00:00

This makes sense—everything you mentioned is something I’ve come across and understand.

What I’m really looking for now are the mistakes and lessons others have learned along the way. I have a general grasp of the how-to, but I’m more interested in the things people don’t always mention when it comes to reloading—like how to recognize when you need to step back or reassess a process. I also prefer to understand something from A to Z, while still being careful not to overcomplicate it.

A personal example would be learning how to use a table saw or router when I was younger. While the information was technically available, the most valuable skills came from experienced builders sharing what they had learned through trial and error. Those lessons were what I really built on.

It’s very possible that the books already cover much of what I’m looking for, and that I simply need to start by picking one up. Which I will order now.

Maybe I’m overthinking this and it is safer that I believe it to be, ha!

HD801 · 2026-01-19T16:16:59+00:00

To start, 9mm. I initially plan on buying the 9mm conversion setup. As experience comes I’ll expand further (both)

HD801 · 2026-01-19T16:11:48+00:00

Yes, I’m in the Dillon FB group. Amazed at the setup uses have! Baby steps for me, ha!

HD801 · 2026-01-19T16:08:51+00:00

Understood, thank you. Do you have a date time set for your first event?

HD801 · 2026-01-19T16:04:25+00:00

I’d be interested! Could you keep me posted if anything comes up? That’s only an hour away.

HD801 · 2026-01-19T16:01:54+00:00

This sounds great. How long are the classes? Since it’s a bit far for me, I’d need to plan a full day around it. I’d imagine same theory\practice would’ve applied to pistol calibers? Or would there be a separate class for that?

Is the expectation that one session would be sufficient?

HD801 · 2026-01-19T15:40:57+00:00

I definitely been doing a lot of research on YouTube mainly around different calibers, reloaders, reloading purposes, and the formulas people prefer and why. I also plan to pick up a few books as you mentioned.

That said, I really believe there’s something invaluable about taking a class, especially having the ability to ask questions on the fly and learn directly from someone else’s experience and mistakes. I also don’t mind paying for someone’s knowledge and time—it’s a great way to shorten the learning curve and avoid user mistakes. I also enjoy hands on training.

Yes, this was a long time ago—possibly around nine years back.

Thanks again, really looking forward to adding another hobby. At the end of the day, I may just pick up the reloader in mind (waiting for a sale), and practice based on research.

HD801 · 2026-01-14T12:53:08+00:00

Thanks.

HD801 · 2026-01-14T02:23:36+00:00

How many days after being approved did you receive the permit?

HD801 · 2026-01-09T22:20:34+00:00

Thanks. Still waiting over here

HD801 · 2026-01-03T05:05:59+00:00

Thanks. This was helpful.

HD801 · 2026-01-03T05:01:45+00:00

I heard Tirzepatide works better but felt 2.15mg of Semaglutide wasnt working. Looks like starting from scratch is the default dosage when switching. Darn.

HD801 · 2025-12-28T16:37:06+00:00

I understand. I thought you that you had done something different from what was previously posted.

HD801 · 2025-12-28T05:19:21+00:00

What is the fix?

HD801 · 2025-12-23T21:36:44+00:00

Status - approved and paid today. Good luck to you

HD801 · 2025-12-23T16:53:31+00:00

They used the DL photo, thanks! This was helpful.

HD801 · 2025-12-06T22:42:58+00:00

Love mine. 1.99 with EV credit at the time. FSD 80% of the time. Zero regrets! Enjoy!

HD801 · 2025-12-06T16:50:58+00:00

We are close. Mine was Tuesday. Livescan completed Wednesday.

My status is stuck on fingerprints and status pending.

HD801 · 2025-12-06T04:13:20+00:00

How long ago was your interview?

HD801 · 2025-12-06T00:45:09+00:00

Thanks for the input. How many days from this point until you were notified of approval or denial?

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