Thread: One step closer to reloading

Originally Posted by Kimber 7mm-08

I don't really have a dedicated reloading space at home and while I would love to have a set up permanently on my workbench, the inquisitive nature of my son would suggest for the time being that is not possible.

With the weather not conducive to going to the range today, I whipped up a portable reloading stand for my Forster Co-ax press. Nothing fancy, but it means I can secure it away when not in use, but also use it quickly if the work bench is clear, or even use it on the kitchen bench if the garage gets too cold.

With the press set up, I managed to deprime and size a few 300wsm cases. Seems stable enough but I have the option of clamping the frame to the bench if needed.

I'm planning a more permanent setup, but for now I'm stoked just to set up the press and take my first baby step in my reloading journey.

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After testing some presses I just kept this one, too.
Such a lovely tool!

I also do not have a dedicated reloading bench or even room.
So I just reenforced a part of my desk...
But I am also thinking of giving the setup a raise in height.



Really makes sense to go with an arrangement that allows you to stand.

Cheers
Ben

Originally Posted by Tentman

I'm just about to build a new reloading station/bench hence bringing this thread back to life . . . My press is also a co-ax.

I prefer to reload standing up and many of the Yanks suggest having the shell plate at "eye height". I'm wondering if anyone has actually tried a co-ax press at standing eye height? I wonder what other issues it would raise.

Cheers

Eye height is great but the only thing is how well your shoulder stands up to reaching up high when bringing press down all the time

I think of it a bit like how not all motorcyclists opt for "ape hanger" handlebars on their bikes, if that makes sense

Of course I'm gonna say the obvious thing that if you are handy with woodwork then tek screw together a setup where you can try different heights before you go for the final

Also I generally recommend the inline fabrication stand set as you can keep a press locked down or change it out of it's station for other things like case trimmers etc

https://inlinefabrication.com/collec...ounting-system

A bit of progress, the room is only 1065 wide, and the gun racks take up a lot of space haha.

Following from an interesting post O found in the USA Ive tried mounting the press at an angle. Right arm operates it, left hand feeds (which is how I operated it before anyway) with the angle opening up the press face for easy access. The press has heaps of power for the biggest cases I do (6.5-284) so the slightly dusadvantaged leverage shouldn't be an issue but we will see.

"Eye height is great but the only thing is how well your shoulder stands up to reaching up high when bringing press down all the time"

Agree, ergonomic make no sense.

A small stand or shelf about 300mm above bench height is better IMO. Mine is about 200mm high.