I started out with an original 450 (The Daddy of the 550) , then upgraded to a 550, then still later a 550C I believe.
I can load 9mm, 38 Special/357 Mag/357 Maximum, 40 S&W/10mm, 44 Magnum, 45 GAP, 45ACP, 45 Colt, and 480 Ruger in handgun ammunition
Loading Rifle ammo I could load 223, 300 BO, and 300 HAM'R on the 550. I mainly load rifle ammo on a single stage, unless loading in quantity.
Years ago I bought Shell Plates for everything that I planned to load on the 450. NOTE: The 450 was the version before the Tool Head. I also picked up Powder Funnels for every rifle caliber that I thought I might load for. For handguns I have several Conversion sets. Get an extra Primer Assembly so that you can have both a Large and Small Primer Assembly ready to swap in when changing from Large to Small primers.
I recommend the 550. It is simple and easy to change from cartridge to cartridge. I do not need a Bullet or Case Feeder.
The 750 would be better if loading a single cartridge only.
Just My Two Cents.
Bob R
Last edited by Viper225; 01/20/24.
