Bought my RL1050 in 1992 for about half what the current version goes for. I like to prime on the down stroke. First thing that happened is my friends and l started shooting LARGE quantities of rounds. It really changed our shooting and continues to do so.
I occasionally run into someone that does some calcuations and claims it isn't worth it, never make the cost back and so forth. Better to shoot factory etc.
Those calculating folks left out that my 1050 has held it's value despite years of service and is in demand for way more than I paid for it.
To me the 1050 is an investment that has paid dividends over the years and that some day if I don’t gift it I will most likely sell and realize a capital gain.
Granted $2000 will be too much for some but the other models will be the same good investment. Used reloading equipment is in high demand in my area.
