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Harry,
changing the shot sizes you mention requires nothing more on your part than actually putting the different shot in the shot container. I would suggest the MEC Sizemaster over the 600 Jr, especially if use an auto or pump. Don't be suprised if your savings from reloading translates into more shooting.

Mike G,
it's still best to use flake powder in these reloaders.

Mike G,
I can't speak to the issue of larger shot, I never used any that large.

Harry,
what these guys are saying about buying the Sizemaster, as I initially reccomended, is golden advice. The $40 difference in cost is more than negated by the auto primer drop and sizing capability. You'll need the sizing capability eventually, and it will cost you $60 after the fact in addition to not being part of the machine you're loading with (bench clutter). If you plan to use different sizes of shot frequently you will probably want to get a couple extra shot bottles, it makes things easier and prevents the potential mess of transferring the shot from one container to the other. If you're loading less than 1000 rounds a year, I'd not reccomend the progressive machine.