IMO, if you have been reloading on the ss press, the next logical step is a progressive, not a turret. AS good as the LCT is, it's nto a progressive. So if yo uhave the funds, a 550, LNL or 650 in that order. If you want a case feeder, skip the 550- & go to the LNL or 650. The 550 is a great press for the guy that loads a bunch of calibers & changes often, very simple & caliber cahnges are cheaper than a 650. The LNL is in the middle, good press, runs fine w/ or w/o a case feeder, not quite as smooth priming as a 650 but cheaper, maybe $120 equally equip.
SO how much ammo do you need & how fast? The 550 is dead bang simple to use & easily gets 450rds/hr. The LNL w/o case feeder about the same. Add the case feeder & you are pushing the 600rds/hr mark easily. The 650 w/ case feeder will easily get you to 700rds/hr+. This assumes everything goes 100% right & that is rare for an hour session. There always seems to be a case getting stuck, primer doing something wierd or whatever. Then just let your wallet be your guide. Run from anyone trying to sell you a Lee. Yes they can make good ammo, but you have to love to tinker more than reload IMO. Besides, when you decide to give up reloading, your Dillon stuff will have actually appreciated in value, the Lee, well they make a great door stop, if the wind isn't blowing too hard.
