So you want to reload but you don’t know where to begin (??)

[Uni-Vibe]

40 years experience here.

One thing I strongly recommend is for new loaders to commit to learning the "whys " behind each choice and each step of the process. I don't think loaders should just be satisfied with mechanically replicating what someone else does without understanding the fundamentals.

As far as cost, i recently calculated that a box of 50 .357 158 grain LSWC costs me $6.50 to make (marginal cost, assumes I already have brass). That box of factory ammo is At least $25.