I haven't reloaded shotgun shells for years on my MEC 600 junior, but I do go through lots of pistol and rifle each year. I figure I shoot about 2,000 rounds a year.

I buy my steel shot pre-rolled, as I am having issues locating reliably inexpensive components. I did get it at wholesale when I loaded commercially, but now I make a yearly pilgramedge (sp?) to Kesselrings to cut down on costs for .40, .44, and .30 cal supplies.

I won't get out hunting for a few more weeks, but I can hardly wait for that first Eastern Washington grouse hunt. I have a spot where I have shot a limit of blues every time I went there, and I get to see lots of elk and deer just for fun.

I'm looking at muzzleloading for deer this year, but I didn't get my special permit. Three points and still no joy. Got a cow tag in a master hunter unit about 10 miles from my home! Second one in two years, third in four. I have a whole month to get a cow in October, and if I don't connect, then I still get to hunt for horns.

Best of luck. See you over there. Andy