I recently traded an AR15 rifle for a new 2012 Vintage Bisley Blackhawk in 45 Colt. Outfitting this with casting and loading equipment added up.
Dies. $60
Mold. $140
Size/lube die. $27
Shell holder. $9
Expander plug. $7
In addition, i had some work to do on the revolver. Hone throats, chamfer chambers and reduce hammer pad $150. Trigger return spring $8 and some starline brass. $75
With tax and shipping I'm over $400 just to get up and running properly.