Beginning Reloading

[Jdl2]

PLEASE GIVE ME YOUR HONEST OPINION.

I am considering getting into reloading for my handguns and starting with 45 ACP and 40 S&W. I have been on this forum for a very brief time but have already come to appreciate how knowledgeable and friendly this group is. The comraderie is simply wonderful and I appreciate you allowing me to participate.

I have MS and it has really affected my cognitive skills (concentration, focus, decision making, planning and executing, numbers, math and spelling) enough to force me to give up my business and left me unable to work or drive. Interestingly, the shooting, cleaning and handling of handguns puts my brain in a good place. Unfortunately, what we would ordinarily consider a trivial hassle - just a hiccup in the day, can sometimes take a toll on me mentally which lands me in bed. Hard to describe and not the point of this post. The point is I HAVE TO find something to occupy my brain in a positive, productive, rewarding and safe way... as and when I'm able. So, I know reloading would be a risky/dangerous endeavor and I think it would be a rewarding/fulfilling endeavor if done at the proper time?

After getting some input from other forums, talking with a few friends and reading THE ABCs OF RELOADING, I think I can do this. My wife, who obviously knows me best, has serious reservations but willing to trust my judgement (which itself is a scary thought). I've spoken with Kim Kempf and she thinks it's doable and put together a list of equipment based upon a Lee Classic Turret Kit. I'll get back to her Monday with my purchase decision. I would buy powder and primers locally but I was surprised when Kim recommended her lead bullets. The few reloaders I know use jacketed.

So, my friends, i hope i havent wasted your time with a MS tutorial. Please give me your thoughts. Too risky? Would you or wouldn't you? And where do you buy your bullets and do you recommend lead?

Thank you all for your time and interest in helping me decide.

My best to all of you.

Jim