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Originally Posted By AJE:
Cleaned my bench up today. The shelves around it are still a bit cluttered, but it's better than it was. http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/arfcomaje/reloading/IMG_20160209_095513832_zpsvb704v0b.jpg http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/arfcomaje/reloading/IMG_20160209_105201306_zpssh6vbs2q.jpg View Quote I've wondered what your bench looked like with all the shooting you do, very nice |
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Originally Posted By BigPapaColt:
I've wondered what your bench looked like with all the shooting you do, very nice View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By BigPapaColt:
Originally Posted By AJE:
Cleaned my bench up today. The shelves around it are still a bit cluttered, but it's better than it was. http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/arfcomaje/reloading/IMG_20160209_095513832_zpsvb704v0b.jpg http://i1153.photobucket.com/albums/p505/arfcomaje/reloading/IMG_20160209_105201306_zpssh6vbs2q.jpg I've wondered what your bench looked like with all the shooting you do, very nice Thank you. I have ideas bouncing around my head of finishing my basement (at least one wall at a time) and building a dedicated bench in the recess of the wall. It's on the list for someday. |
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Originally Posted By ChevelleDave:
I don't know if I ever posted in here, but here's a shot of My bench. http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag124/71metbu/DAVE-PC/Reloading/loading%20bench/20160209_133836_zpsp4abmlaf.jpg I guess I need to update this pic though, I sold the PW Autodrive, and added an Inline Fabrication QD mount for My Lee Classic, RCBS primer tool, and RCBS partner press. View Quote I don't recall seeing this shot. Maybe it's because you changed things up. Anyway, I like the 1050 in the foreground and the Lee Classic in the background. Sometimes the best tool is the simplest tool. Ain't those QD mounts the bomb? I have my LnL AP, my Rock Chucker, a Dillon Super Swage, and a Harbor Freight mini chop saw on QD plated for my Inline mount. |
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Originally Posted By GHPorter:
I don't recall seeing this shot. Maybe it's because you changed things up. Anyway, I like the 1050 in the foreground and the Lee Classic in the background. Sometimes the best tool is the simplest tool. Ain't those QD mounts the bomb? I have my LnL AP, my Rock Chucker, a Dillon Super Swage, and a Harbor Freight mini chop saw on QD plated for my Inline mount. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By GHPorter:
Originally Posted By ChevelleDave:
I don't know if I ever posted in here, but here's a shot of My bench. http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag124/71metbu/DAVE-PC/Reloading/loading%20bench/20160209_133836_zpsp4abmlaf.jpg I guess I need to update this pic though, I sold the PW Autodrive, and added an Inline Fabrication QD mount for My Lee Classic, RCBS primer tool, and RCBS partner press. I don't recall seeing this shot. Maybe it's because you changed things up. Anyway, I like the 1050 in the foreground and the Lee Classic in the background. Sometimes the best tool is the simplest tool. Ain't those QD mounts the bomb? I have my LnL AP, my Rock Chucker, a Dillon Super Swage, and a Harbor Freight mini chop saw on QD plated for my Inline mount. More info on this QD plate please...I'm not picking it up, but I'm very interested. |
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Inline Fabrication's Quick Change Mount System.
Inline Fabrication makes a line of "Ultramount" press riser mounts (similar in concept to Dillon's Strong Mount) in sizes from just a couple of inches to nearly 10" tall. Recently, they came out with a variation that accepts standardized, interchangeable plates; you mount your equipment (press, swager, chop saw, vise, etc.) on the plate and then swap between the tools. I'm an Inline Fabrication fan, but I am in no way connected with them, nor compensated for my statements. These are just great products that make it easy to fit your tools to you instead of fitting yourself to the tools. |
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I like your way of catching the primers when decapping.
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I have 2 Inline Fabrication quick mounts on my reloading bench. I have my Hornaday LnL AP press on one plate. The other plate shares time with my Co-Ax press and RCBS bench primer.
I also have the Inline Ergo roller handle. Very good products and the prices are not bad. |
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Originally Posted By ChevelleDave:
Here is a pic of the CO-AX mounted on a IF QD plate. http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag124/71metbu/DAVE-PC/Reloading/loading%20bench/20160227_202319_zps90s00tmo.jpg Really like the Co-AX, very versatile, I like the no shellholder system. Just lift the brass in and out. View Quote Yeah, that looks like a must have, thanks |
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I'm thinking of selling the 6" IF mount, and buying a second QD mount. I have the Forster, Lee, RCBS, and RCBS bench primer mounted on plates.
I ordered the 6" riser mount, and found it to be just a bit tall for Me, but My bench is a lot taller then other bench's. |
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Much better, I for some reason don't like the look of pegboard.
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Originally Posted By ChevelleDave:
Updated pic, now with the IF QD. http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag124/71metbu/DAVE-PC/Reloading/loading%20bench/20160301_001247_zpshle1vdnf.jpg Mblades, I made a stubby roller handle Today, much better in My opinion. http://i1302.photobucket.com/albums/ag124/71metbu/DAVE-PC/Reloading/loading%20bench/20160301_001204_zpsy7dcggge.jpg View Quote I like the stubby roller handle! I actually got the short ball handle before I even got the press, I was shopping for a deal on the Co-Ax but needed to place an order with Midway or Brownells or somewhere and just tossed it in. I don't load anything bigger than 6.5 Grendel right now and the Forster has so much leverage and is so smooth I feel like the regular handle is just added range of motion. Over the course of a lifetime of reloading I can't see how the cost difference between the Co-Ax and any other single stage could make enough of a difference to go with anything else. I started with a Lee turret kit and feel like it was great value it got me into reloading, If I had to do it over again I would probably do the same thing but I would have stashed away a $20 bill here and there to get the Forster ASAP. |
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Looks nice, I'm in the design process on mine right now, if I don't get busy, it will be just part of the "estate" unused
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Originally Posted By UTfarmboy: I have been away from the site for quite some time but wanted to post a picture of my reloading bench that I built from information gleaned from this thread. Special thanks to GWhis because his post on how to build a simple torsion beam bench is where it all started. http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh573/trrawl/reloading_bench.jpg edit: fix image url. Is there a post count limitation now? View Quote Scale at eye level, check. Powder measure on custom stand, check. Lots of drawers, check. Very nice. |
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Originally Posted By UTfarmboy: I have been away from the site for quite some time but wanted to post a picture of my reloading bench that I built from information gleaned from this thread. Special thanks to GWhis because his post on how to build a simple torsion beam bench is where it all started. http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh573/trrawl/reloading_bench.jpg edit: fix image url. Is there a post count limitation now? View Quote I think you have to have a minimum of 50 posts before you can post a pic without having it "approved" by at least three other members. (if that is what you are talking about) |
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Originally Posted By ejeviking: Very nice! I think you have to have a minimum of 50 posts before you can post a pic without having it "approved" by at least three other members. (if that is what you are talking about) View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By ejeviking: Originally Posted By UTfarmboy: I have been away from the site for quite some time but wanted to post a picture of my reloading bench that I built from information gleaned from this thread. Special thanks to GWhis because his post on how to build a simple torsion beam bench is where it all started. http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh573/trrawl/reloading_bench.jpg edit: fix image url. Is there a post count limitation now? I think you have to have a minimum of 50 posts before you can post a pic without having it "approved" by at least three other members. (if that is what you are talking about) I saw your pic fine, it was already approved when I saw it. Yes the site now has a 50 post rule due to the banned members starting a new account and posting porn. |
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Originally Posted By dryflash3:
Scale at eye level, check. Powder measure on custom stand, check. Lots of drawers, check. Very nice. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By dryflash3:
Originally Posted By UTfarmboy:
I have been away from the site for quite some time but wanted to post a picture of my reloading bench that I built from information gleaned from this thread. Special thanks to GWhis because his post on how to build a simple torsion beam bench is where it all started. http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh573/trrawl/reloading_bench.jpg edit: fix image url. Is there a post count limitation now? Scale at eye level, check. Powder measure on custom stand, check. Lots of drawers, check. Very nice. Thank you. I followed recommendations and suggestions from you and many others and have been very pleased with my setup and have only made minor changes since it was built. |
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Originally Posted By Turtlesniper:
Its dirty. 40 ft container full framed on the inside and insulated. Wired for tv,phone,and wifi. Ac unit with built in dehumidifier. Bench top is laminated ply wood 2.5 inches thick. Back closet is insulated and sound deadened so i can run my tumbler and vacum for the dillon trimmer without having to listen to it. 450yrd range out the window http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii65/turtlesniper/image_1.jpeghttp://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii65/turtlesniper/image_2.jpeghttp://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii65/turtlesniper/Mobile%20Uploads/image_5.jpeg View Quote Holy crap. This is genius. One of my nagging thoughts is getting everything all set up and happy and moving from NYistan. With your method a guy can seal up the windows. Block and brace everything (and pack more shit in) for a move. I can't say I'd do it but it is certainly a great concept you came up with. |
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df3 - thanks for the suggestion, I will try that. I think you need to make a few more 223 rounds, looking a little low there. Nelson
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Originally Posted By UTfarmboy:
I have been away from the site for quite some time but wanted to post a picture of my reloading bench that I built from information gleaned from this thread. Special thanks to GWhis because his post on how to build a simple torsion beam bench is where it all started. http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh573/trrawl/reloading_bench.jpg edit: fix image url. Is there a post count limitation now? View Quote The more I look at this setup, the more I like it. My current bench isn't anywhere near as organized, since it's just a bench (based on an RC model building bench found somewhere online a while back). But the cabinets, drawers and especially LIGHTs make your bench very effective. I'm getting an itch to rebuild... But sadly, I don't have much time to load or shoot, so this goes on yet another back burner. |
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Originally Posted By UTfarmboy:
I have been away from the site for quite some time but wanted to post a picture of my reloading bench that I built from information gleaned from this thread. Special thanks to GWhis because his post on how to build a simple torsion beam bench is where it all started. http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh573/trrawl/reloading_bench.jpg edit: fix image url. Is there a post count limitation now? View Quote You're welcome. Looks like a great place to reload! I had to scratch my head for a minute to figure out what 1X, 2X, and so forth meant.....a little slow. Great idea though, I may have to copy that concept to keep track of my brass's "experience". Upper cabinets are a nice touch.....hmmmm.....I will soon have some of those.....and the finish is close to what my bench is...... I wish my bench looked that clean......I'm in the middle of delivering on a Christmas promise to the wife....new kitchen, cabinets, floor, etc. Since my bench is in the garage, reloading room, material holding area, I can't hardly see my reloading equipment, let alone use it. Cant afford to buy anything reloading-wise right now anyway, kitchen's are expensive....but the remodel is giving me some old upper cabinets to utilize... BTW, good chronograph choice..... |
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FYI Lowes has the stainless steel Kobalt workbench on sale for $229 right now. For those who use the Kobalt workbenches, is it comfortable enough to sit at and work? I'm thinking of buying one tonight.
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24Dodge - nice setup. Where did you buy the threaded knobs and what are they attached to underneath?
Thanks, Nelson |
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Originally Posted By DRNLS:
24Dodge - nice setup. Where did you buy the threaded knobs and what are they attached to underneath? Thanks, Nelson View Quote I've seen knobs like that at McFeely's, but the stud was 1-3/4" long 1/4-20. That might be enough length. And on the underside you can embed these Tee Nuts. ETA: proper link for tee nut. |
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Jumped on the Lowes workbench bandwagon today. I put all of my weight down on each end once I had it assembled and placed where I wanted and it budged just a tiny bit, but enough for it to make a difference (to me atleast haha) while loading ammo. I used the 3/8x2-1/4 wedge anchors pictured to secure it to my garage floor and now it is rock solid and ready to go. Lots of catch up work. Think it's time for a press upgrade to put on my fancy new bench ETA: larger pictures on links below, didn't want to take up the whole page pic 1 pic 2 pic 3 |
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Originally Posted By TexRdnec: I jumped right on in http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s482/texrdnec/7AA74BEC-5356-4B96-A60D-FB6DE08C9DBB_zps2owqjdbm.jpg View Quote Feet in pic, check. Another reloader who sits to reload, check. Don't remember seeing you around here before, welcome. |
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Originally Posted By dryflash3:
2 SDB's, check. Feet in pic, check. Another reloader who sits to reload, check. Don't remember seeing you around here before, welcome. View Quote View All Quotes View All Quotes Originally Posted By dryflash3:
Originally Posted By TexRdnec:
I jumped right on in http://i1054.photobucket.com/albums/s482/texrdnec/7AA74BEC-5356-4B96-A60D-FB6DE08C9DBB_zps2owqjdbm.jpg Feet in pic, check. Another reloader who sits to reload, check. Don't remember seeing you around here before, welcome. Thanks The room and my reloading are both works in progress This is the other side and there's another sdb coming as well. One in .38, .45 & 9 |
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Welcome to the Reloading Forum and back to shooting.
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Diver down!
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Wowza! Show off! ;-)
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This is my favorite thread on the site, bar none. You guys have some awesome rooms/set ups. Envy!
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I've always made my own reloading benches, but if I was buying one it would have a 1 inch wood top.
This one is nice, but pricey. $230 http://www.harborfreight.com/catalogsearch/result?q=wood+working+bench Another option, $160. Good luck.
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Originally Posted By WeimaranerDad:
Is this the Kobalt (from Lowe's) workbench you guys are talking about? Yes this is the one I have and the member with the 650 with the neat quick connect system has pictured http://mobileimages.lowes.com/product/converted/820909/820909561859lg.jpg From some of the other pictures you guys posted, the legs look like they would be height adjustable. However, just now checking Lowe's website it says "No" to being height adjustable. One of these days, I will get around to finishing the glue up of my bench's top. I am currently using an old dresser. The problem with that is wooden drawers loaded with bullets don't slide all that well on wooden runners. So I was kinda eyeballing workbenches like this with ball bearing slides: View Quote |
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