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LEE 90277 MODERN RELOADING 2ND EDITION BY RICHARD LEE
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SKU: 90277-734307902773
Overview
This reloading reference is built for shooters who want a broad, organized source of load data in a format that is easier to navigate at the bench. It covers more than 38,000 loads across 178 cartridges and includes starting-load velocities, pressure information, and tabbed cartridges for quicker lookup. The book also features computer-rendered, dimensioned drawings and detailed analysis of current load data, with particular value for cast bullet shooting and reduced-load work. For hunters and reloaders who rely on published data from powder companies, it serves as a practical reference for careful load development rather than a field-use guide.
Why Hunters Choose the Lee Precision
Over 38,000
Loads covering 178 cartridges for
Velocities Starting
The load data
Compiled From
Powder company data for a
Larger, Easier-to-read
Computer-rendered, dimensioned drawings
Tabbed Cartridges
Support quicker reference during loading
Key Features
- Over 38,000 loads covering 178 cartridges in a larger, easier-to-read format.
- Includes velocities for starting loads supplied by powder companies.
- Cartridges are tabbed for quick reference.
- Features computer-rendered, dimensioned drawings.
- Includes pressure information and pressure/velocity factors for reduced loads.
- 692-page reloading manual by Richard Lee, reprinted and revised in 2019 with a 12-page final chapter by John Lee.
Best Used For
- Handloaders seeking a broad reference for 178 cartridges and extensive load data
- Reloaders who want a larger, easier-to-read manual with tabbed cartridge sections
- Shooters working with reduced loads who need pressure and velocity factor guidance
- Cast bullet shooters looking for a dedicated reference with in-depth load data analysis
- Users who prefer powder-company-supplied data for planning safe reloading sessions
Specifications
| Author | Richard Lee |
|---|---|
| Cartridge Tabs | Tabbed for quick reference |
| Cartridges Covered | 178 cartridges |
| Drawings | Computer rendered and dimensioned drawings |
| Final Chapter | 12-page Final Chapter written by John Lee |
| Format | New, larger, easier to read format |
| Load Data | Over 38,000 loads |
| Page Count | 692 pages |
| Pressure And Velocity Factors | Exclusive pressure and velocity factors |
| Pressure Information | Latest information on pressure |
| Printed Year | 2011 |
| Reprintedrevised Year | 2019 |
| Starting Load Velocities | Included |
Pros
- Over 38,000 loads covering 178 cartridges for broad reloading reference coverage.
- Velocities for starting loads are included with the load data.
- Compiled from powder company data for a source-based reference.
- Larger, easier-to-read format with computer-rendered, dimensioned drawings.
- Tabbed cartridges support quicker reference during loading sessions.
- Includes pressure and velocity factors for reduced-load calculations.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a reference manual rather than a single-purpose load guide, so the amount of information may be more than needed if you only reload a narrow set of cartridges.
- The book emphasizes starting loads and pressure/velocity factors, which is useful for planning but still requires careful cross-checking with your specific components and setup.
- Its value is strongest for reloaders who want broad cartridge coverage and reduced-load guidance; users looking for a quick, minimal reference may find it more detailed than necessary.
- The revised edition includes updated material and a final chapter, but it is still a printed manual, so it will not reflect changes made after publication.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading manuals and load data books
- Cast bullet shooting references
- Handloading reference guides
- Cartridge and pressure data books
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading press
- Powder scale
- Bullet puller
- Case trimmer
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this reloading manual cover?
It includes over 38,000 loads covering 178 cartridges, with load data presented in a larger, easier-to-read format.
Where does the load data come from?
The description says the load data is supplied by the powder companies.
Does it include starting load information?
Yes. The product description states that velocities are provided for starting loads.
Is this book useful for cast bullet shooting?
Yes. The description specifically calls it an absolute necessity for cast bullet shooting.
Is there any updated content in this edition?
Yes. The book was reprinted/revised in 2019 and includes a 12-page "Final Chapter" written by John Lee.