Do not look at the purchase of the long colt dies as a mistake - but that of an opportunity presented.
That was exactly how I got my 1911. I even went so far as to reload a 100 rounds, then tell my wife I really needed a pistol for them.
Unless I really really really run into some serious money, I've made the hard decision that 45LC will be the last on the list. I need my .45ACP revolver and another 1 or 2 .44Mags and my FN FNAR and.................and...............and.
Besides, Starline and I have such a good relationship. I sent them one of my credit cards and they send me all the brass I can possibly use. All I have to do is ask.