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Post by magman on Nov 17, 2019 22:21:12 GMT -5
That's the one I am considering.
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Post by rjm52 on Nov 18, 2019 6:40:59 GMT -5
Had 11 presses at one point. Everything from a single state RCBS Jr. to a Dillon 650.... Now down to just two...Dillon 550 for large volume handgun cartridges and a Redding T-7 for rifle and specialty handgun rounds...
The T-7 replaced the: RCBS Jr. Co-Ax Lyman All-American (3) CH H-Press Herter's Turret Herter's signle-stage
The T-7 is just such a slick machine.. Quick change heads so no adjusting of dies...
Bob
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weiler
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Post by weiler on Nov 18, 2019 8:46:32 GMT -5
That's the one I am considering. I’ve been able to get the 200 rounds an hour as advertised on the pistol champ when you have primer tubes ready + use the push button powder measure. My understanding is that the 4X was made as a entry level competition press vs the pricier progressive presses way back when. When using it for bottleneck cartridges/FL sizing, I would like to do a run out comparison with a few other presses just to see how well it does in that respect. Mine had developed some play in the shell plate /toggle but I attribute to incorrect use (operating with 4 cartridges in place), plus as I mentioned, mines a mix of steel/aluminum parts on a conversion.
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jban
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Post by jban on Dec 22, 2019 9:07:51 GMT -5
The co-ax press is great at what it does. But it doesn't do everything. Had one for many years, sold it and a few other presses I had. I got a bug up my a$$ to minimize my reloading table. I do miss the co-ax for depriming dirty brass, and reloading 22 hornet. But I am OK with what I ended with. I am down to 2 presses from 5.
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Post by squawberryman on Dec 22, 2019 19:04:31 GMT -5
Where's the T7 made?
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Post by bradshaw on Dec 23, 2019 8:34:28 GMT -5
***** Redding Reloading is in New York state. Redding is a byword of the steel shooting crowd. The T-7 Turret Press is a beast of easy-to-reach strength & precision. David Bradshaw
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Post by squawberryman on Dec 23, 2019 14:07:37 GMT -5
Thank you, I too am liking the idea
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Post by Rimfire69 on Dec 24, 2019 8:31:08 GMT -5
I’ve always wanted the big Redding and this isn’t helping matters any.
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Post by 375supermag on Dec 24, 2019 9:38:00 GMT -5
I’ve always wanted the big Redding and this isn’t helping matters any. Hi...I hear what you are saying. I have been considering getting a turret press and this conversation is pushing me towards getting a Redding. I don't really need one...I have two RockChuckers, two Hornady LnLs and a couple of Dillon 550s that I am working on setting up one for big bore revolver cartridges. I may sell the second Dillon... haven't decided yet. The two Hornady presses are set up and running really well, one for large primer and one for small primer. Still, the idea of having a turret press to use us intriguing. Something new and different.
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Post by kings6 on Dec 24, 2019 12:43:21 GMT -5
I just bought two more heads for the T-7 and they nestle really well on their turret stacker. This will let me keep 6 sets of dies ready to go. What is not to like about that!
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Post by harold89 on Dec 24, 2019 12:50:58 GMT -5
I’ve always wanted the big Redding and this isn’t helping matters any. Hi...I hear what you are saying. I have been considering getting a turret press and this conversation is pushing me towards getting a Redding. I don't really need one...I have two RockChuckers, two Hornady LnLs and a couple of Dillon 550s that I am working on setting up one for big bore revolver cartridges. I may sell the second Dillon... haven't decided yet. The two Hornady presses are set up and running really well, one for large primer and one for small primer. Still, the idea of having a turret press to use us intriguing. Something new and different. For progressive do you have a preference for the 550 or the LnL? I have an LnL and T-7.
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Post by Rimfire69 on Dec 25, 2019 7:36:32 GMT -5
I currently run a 1/2 dozen different press’s for reasons I can’t explain, one of these with some extra heads would make them all obsolete and free up considerable space in my gun/loading room.
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Post by messybear on Dec 26, 2019 11:19:52 GMT -5
I have a CH4D. I am not crazy about it. Light duty without much leverage. Also developing wear on shaft and bushings. The priming system works well though. I think I would like a good turret.
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wdr2
.30 Stingray
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Post by wdr2 on Dec 26, 2019 11:51:08 GMT -5
I often use my Dillon 550B as a “turret” press. The shell plate moves while the dies remain stationary.
I just loaded a bunch of 38-55’s for my Marlin CB. I use two heads for the 38-55.. 1st head for sizing, priming, and expanding using a custom expander (Dillons expanders are mostly the wrong dimensions for cast bullets.). I load cases with powder off the press as I can not see the powder charge in 38-55s while the brass is in the press and H4198 does not flow well enough for me thru a powder measure. The second head is for seating and crimping.
I have used a friend’s T7 but I find my Dillon 550B does exactly the same job.
I also have a new Redding Big Boss, a Redding Ultramag, and an arbor press for various target rifles. The Big Boss is really a nice design.
Bill Idaho
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Post by Sawfish on Mar 5, 2020 19:07:42 GMT -5
I have two Co-Ax presses, and once you get used to them, you will never be without one.
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