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Posted: 9/10/2015 6:55:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Johnson184:
What do you guys think of wall mounted benches? My preference is for a free-standing bench. |
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Posted: 9/10/2015 9:36:01 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eric10mm:
My preference is for a free-standing bench. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eric10mm:
Originally Posted By Johnson184:
What do you guys think of wall mounted benches? My preference is for a free-standing bench. +1 |
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Posted: 9/12/2015 9:35:49 PM EDT
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Out with the old and in with the new.
This set up take up half the space than my old benches so now I have more room. 
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VA, USA
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Posted: 9/12/2015 10:29:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bm3:
Out with the old and in with the new. This set up take up half the space than my old benches so now I have more room. http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/Mike_Boles/970B42F1-3665-4D08-9E67-DE50C3593A1F_zps83phvf17.jpg Nice looking setup. I always enjoy seeing what other "stuff" is around the bench. I think this the first Vader mask I have seen. |
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DE, USA
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Posted: 9/13/2015 12:32:06 PM EDT
[Last Edit: ramesrames]
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Portable press, done today :)
Will attach some plastic bins. 
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KS, USA
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Posted: 9/13/2015 1:19:21 PM EDT
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Finally getting around to setting up my press and bench, been collecting equipment over the past year while reading through The ABC's of Reloading. I feel comfortable enough with the basics that I feel it's time to get some hands on experience.
Quick question, as a right-hander who wants to keep their hand on the handle as much as possible how much/little room on the bench do I need for the LnL AP? I'd like to get it as far over as possible to make room to mount the single stage on the left. 
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Posted: 9/14/2015 12:53:17 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MrFluffaluffagus: Finally getting around to setting up my press and bench, been collecting equipment over the past year while reading through The ABC's of Reloading. I feel comfortable enough with the basics that I feel it's time to get some hands on experience. Quick question, as a right-hander who wants to keep their hand on the handle as much as possible how much/little room on the bench do I need for the LnL AP? I'd like to get it as far over as possible to make room to mount the single stage on the left. http://i.imgur.com/slvwocK.jpg?1  I have my single stage on the far right, progressive in the middle. Bullet puller in SS. |
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SC, USA
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Posted: 9/14/2015 2:50:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ramesrames:
Portable press, done today :) Will attach some plastic bins. http://i1381.photobucket.com/albums/ah236/david_gigauri/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_20150913_185204_zpsnowm0stf.jpg Haven't seen a portable reload stand in a while. As the king of portable reloading stands I approve of this post. 
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Posted: 9/14/2015 3:02:42 PM EDT
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been awhile since i have shown mine, have more updates coming soon. finally got it clean enough for some photos
need to add more die racks from inline soon 
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Posted: 9/14/2015 8:12:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MrFluffaluffagus:
Finally getting around to setting up my press and bench, been collecting equipment over the past year while reading through The ABC's of Reloading. I feel comfortable enough with the basics that I feel it's time to get some hands on experience. Quick question, as a right-hander who wants to keep their hand on the handle as much as possible how much/little room on the bench do I need for the LnL AP? I'd like to get it as far over as possible to make room to mount the single stage on the left. http://i.imgur.com/slvwocK.jpg?1 I'd suggest about 6" to the right as a minimum, preferably more like 12". To the left, you need about the same amount. You won't actually use that space much of the time, but to access everything, you'll want the clear space. |
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Posted: 9/14/2015 8:30:49 PM EDT
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I claimed a weird shaped room upstairs for my loading/fun room. It is a long rectangle with pretty much only one wall.
 I've got the bench on that side and used the short wall for some storage racks.  I've got a Hornady LNL, Dillon 650, and an RCBS turret mounted up to bench. CHRIS |
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Posted: 9/14/2015 10:17:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By snowshooter:
Nice looking setup. I always enjoy seeing what other "stuff" is around the bench. I think this the first Vader mask I have seen. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By snowshooter:
Originally Posted By bm3:
Out with the old and in with the new. This set up take up half the space than my old benches so now I have more room. http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x332/Mike_Boles/970B42F1-3665-4D08-9E67-DE50C3593A1F_zps83phvf17.jpg Nice looking setup. I always enjoy seeing what other "stuff" is around the bench. I think this the first Vader mask I have seen. Don't let the mask fool you ..........I am not your father. |
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Posted: 9/15/2015 8:26:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Cixelsyd:
I claimed a weird shaped room upstairs for my loading/fun room. It is a long rectangle with pretty much only one wall. http://www.carolinashootersclub.com/styles/default/xenforo/clear.png I've got the bench on that side and used the short wall for some storage racks. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v108/Chrissopher/funroom1r_zps8jlxdwpo.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v108/Chrissopher/funroom2r_zpsozffssc1.jpg I've got a Hornady LNL, Dillon 650, and an RCBS turret mounted up to bench. CHRIS Nice use of space. |
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Posted: 9/16/2015 7:31:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GHPorter:
Nice use of space. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GHPorter:
Originally Posted By Cixelsyd:
I claimed a weird shaped room upstairs for my loading/fun room. It is a long rectangle with pretty much only one wall. http://www.carolinashootersclub.com/styles/default/xenforo/clear.png I've got the bench on that side and used the short wall for some storage racks. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v108/Chrissopher/funroom1r_zps8jlxdwpo.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v108/Chrissopher/funroom2r_zpsozffssc1.jpg I've got a Hornady LNL, Dillon 650, and an RCBS turret mounted up to bench. CHRIS Nice use of space. +1. That's a cool reloading area. |
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Posted: 10/22/2015 10:21:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: gotfish]
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I remembered looking through this thread a while back, and now that my own space is almost complete, I thought I'd share. I built this in the process of finishing my basement, and it was designed as a gun room from day one. I wanted a room that I could lock securely to avoid prying eyes from my kids and their friends as they get older and start to hang out in the basement just outside. The room is built with 12" on center framing, with a layer of 3/4" plywood on all sides under the outer layer of drywall. The entire room is insulated, with no windows. It has a HVAC supply in the ceiling that I can close completely if desired. It has flush mounted Polk Audio speakers in the ceiling, and all lighting (recessed, track and under cabinet) is LED. The room has a steel entry door hung in a steel frame, with a secure keyed lock and deadbolt. I am a remodeling contractor specializing in higher end kitchens, so the cabinetry layout (for me) was a pretty easy design which would allow me to keep most things inside cabinets. The granite and tile were both given to my by suppliers, and I am the cabinet dealer. The drawers on the lower left side are filled with reloading manuals, tools, spare parts, etc. The main cabinet under the Dillon 550 is filled to capacity with factory ammo in military-style ammo cans. The upper cabinets above the bench store powder, primers, and projectiles separated by caliber (I load 9mm, 45, and .223). I have a safe coming that will also be in this room, and the rifles will go into the safe once it arrives. This is my man cave. This is my happy place. Pics:
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Posted: 10/23/2015 8:09:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gotfish:
I remembered looking through this thread a while back, and now that my own space is almost complete, I thought I'd share. I built this in the process of finishing my basement, and it was designed as a gun room from day one. I wanted a room that I could lock securely to avoid prying eyes from my kids and their friends as they get older and start to hang out in the basement just outside. The room is built with 12" on center framing, with a layer of 3/4" plywood on all sides under the outer layer of drywall. The entire room is insulated, with no windows. It has a HVAC supply in the ceiling that I can close completely if desired. It has flush mounted Polk Audio speakers in the ceiling, and all lighting (recessed, track and under cabinet) is LED. The room has a steel entry door hung in a steel frame, with a secure keyed lock and deadbolt. I am a remodeling contractor specializing in higher end kitchens, so the cabinetry layout (for me) was a pretty easy design which would allow me to keep most things inside cabinets. The granite and tile were both given to my by suppliers, and I am the cabinet dealer. The drawers on the lower left side are filled with reloading manuals, tools, spare parts, etc. The main cabinet under the Dillon 550 is filled to capacity with factory ammo in military-style ammo cans. The upper cabinets above the bench store powder, primers, and projectiles separated by caliber (I load 9mm, 45, and .223). I have a safe coming that will also be in this room, and the rifles will go into the safe once it arrives. This is my man cave. This is my happy place. Pics: <a href="http://www.smugmug.com/gallery/n-Sd8xj/i-QRTsGm9/A" target="_blank">http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-QRTsGm9/0/L/i-QRTsGm9-XL.jpg</a> <a href="http://www.smugmug.com/gallery/n-Sd8xj/i-B5KsGvp/A" target="_blank">http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-B5KsGvp/0/L/i-B5KsGvp-XL.jpg</a> <a href="http://www.smugmug.com/gallery/n-Sd8xj/i-mGXjr4c/A" target="_blank">http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-mGXjr4c/0/L/i-mGXjr4c-XL.jpg</a> What toe kick depth do those cabinets have? I thought about building a bench based on stock cabinets, but they all had less depth there than I wanted, so I just went with a 2x4-based construction. Your pictures remind me that I need to clean up my bench. |
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Posted: 10/24/2015 9:05:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GHPorter:
I'm jealous! In South Central Texas, it takes blasting to excavate for a basement, so that's not an option around here. What toe kick depth do those cabinets have? I thought about building a bench based on stock cabinets, but they all had less depth there than I wanted, so I just went with a 2x4-based construction. Your pictures remind me that I need to clean up my bench. The toe-kick depth is about 3" from the cabinet's front, add another 7/8" for the door thickness. I didn't specify anything specific here, but I would think that a decent cabinet company could set this back further if the client requested it. I know this line would do so with no up-charges. |
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Posted: 10/24/2015 9:44:23 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gotfish:
The toe-kick depth is about 3" from the cabinet's front, add another 7/8" for the door thickness. I didn't specify anything specific here, but I would think that a decent cabinet company could set this back further if the client requested it. I know this line would do so with no up-charges. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By gotfish:
Originally Posted By GHPorter:
I'm jealous! In South Central Texas, it takes blasting to excavate for a basement, so that's not an option around here. What toe kick depth do those cabinets have? I thought about building a bench based on stock cabinets, but they all had less depth there than I wanted, so I just went with a 2x4-based construction. Your pictures remind me that I need to clean up my bench. The toe-kick depth is about 3" from the cabinet's front, add another 7/8" for the door thickness. I didn't specify anything specific here, but I would think that a decent cabinet company could set this back further if the client requested it. I know this line would do so with no up-charges. The thick cabinet doors make the difference. I have big feet, so I need a little extra space for my toes... Prefinished cabinets, I assume? How's the granite holding up? |
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Posted: 10/24/2015 9:57:37 AM EDT
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Yep - cabinetry is built and finished in PA by Brookhaven. The granite has been great - it was tough to drill through for the Dillon mounting system, but otherwise it's been great. My fabricator gave me a leftover island top that I had to cut down to fit here. I could have paid them to cut it & drill the holes, but I thought "how hard could it be?" If I had it to do over, I'd write the check!
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Posted: 10/24/2015 11:55:40 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GTO688:
Here are some photos of my bench with insert system. The top is built from 3 sheets of 3/4 inch plywood. The top sheet is birch laminated plywood which is stained and finished with polyurethane. http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m595/gto688/Reloading%20forum/DSCN0631.jpg http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m595/gto688/Reloading%20forum/DSCN0629.jpg http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m595/gto688/Reloading%20forum/DSCN0626.jpg http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m595/gto688/Reloading%20forum/DSCN0625.jpg http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m595/gto688/Reloading%20forum/DSCN0627.jpg http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m595/gto688/Reloading%20forum/DSCN0628.jpg http://i1133.photobucket.com/albums/m595/gto688/Reloading%20forum/DSCN0624.jpg GTO688 Man thats awesome, well done! |
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Posted: 10/25/2015 12:03:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By perimedik:
my "portable" set up when I am at work. http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff170/perimedik/100_4689.jpg Nice!
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LA, USA
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Posted: 10/25/2015 2:55:58 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/25/2015 4:49:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bcamp15: My dad and I finally got everything built and setup how we want it. We are beginners so it will definitely suffice for now. http://i1362.photobucket.com/albums/r681/bcamp151/Mobile%20Uploads/20151025_131327_zps0ldadwvg.jpg It's a good idea to have the scale at eye level, but I advise you build sturdy shelf's. Your shelf will not be stable when resizing, gravity is not a secure fastener on a reloading bench.. Also bolt bench to wall studs with angle brackets.  How I mounted my powder measure/trickler. Notice powder measure just to the right for good work flow. |
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LA, USA
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Posted: 10/25/2015 7:28:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dryflash3:
Thats a good start.
It's a good idea to have the scale at eye level, but I advise you build sturdy shelf's. Your shelf will not be stable when resizing, gravity is not a secure fastener on a reloading bench.. Also bolt bench to wall studs with angle brackets. <a href="http://s250.photobucket.com/user/dryflash3/media/550/P1210759.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg272/dryflash3/550/P1210759.jpg</a> How I mounted my powder measure/trickler. Notice powder measure just to the right for good work flow. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dryflash3:
Originally Posted By Bcamp15:
My dad and I finally got everything built and setup how we want it. We are beginners so it will definitely suffice for now. http://i1362.photobucket.com/albums/r681/bcamp151/Mobile%20Uploads/20151025_131327_zps0ldadwvg.jpg Thats a good start.
It's a good idea to have the scale at eye level, but I advise you build sturdy shelf's. Your shelf will not be stable when resizing, gravity is not a secure fastener on a reloading bench.. Also bolt bench to wall studs with angle brackets. <a href="http://s250.photobucket.com/user/dryflash3/media/550/P1210759.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg272/dryflash3/550/P1210759.jpg</a> How I mounted my powder measure/trickler. Notice powder measure just to the right for good work flow. Thanks for the advice. I will probably do a wall mounted shelf for the scale. |
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Posted: 10/25/2015 10:43:30 PM EDT
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Welcome to the Forum and our hobby.
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Posted: 10/26/2015 4:15:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dryflash3:
<a href="http://s250.photobucket.com/user/dryflash3/media/550/P1210756.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg272/dryflash3/550/P1210756.jpg</a> I have my single stage on the far right, progressive in the middle. Bullet puller in SS. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dryflash3:
Originally Posted By MrFluffaluffagus:
Finally getting around to setting up my press and bench, been collecting equipment over the past year while reading through The ABC's of Reloading. I feel comfortable enough with the basics that I feel it's time to get some hands on experience. Quick question, as a right-hander who wants to keep their hand on the handle as much as possible how much/little room on the bench do I need for the LnL AP? I'd like to get it as far over as possible to make room to mount the single stage on the left. http://i.imgur.com/slvwocK.jpg?1 <a href="http://s250.photobucket.com/user/dryflash3/media/550/P1210756.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg272/dryflash3/550/P1210756.jpg</a> I have my single stage on the far right, progressive in the middle. Bullet puller in SS. I am just going to take a guess and say you like TAC. It's good stuff but hard to fine in my neck of the desert |
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Posted: 10/26/2015 4:41:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ontime1969:
I am just going to take a guess and say you like TAC. It's good stuff but hard to fine in my neck of the desert Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ontime1969:
Originally Posted By dryflash3:
Originally Posted By MrFluffaluffagus:
Finally getting around to setting up my press and bench, been collecting equipment over the past year while reading through The ABC's of Reloading. I feel comfortable enough with the basics that I feel it's time to get some hands on experience. Quick question, as a right-hander who wants to keep their hand on the handle as much as possible how much/little room on the bench do I need for the LnL AP? I'd like to get it as far over as possible to make room to mount the single stage on the left. http://i.imgur.com/slvwocK.jpg?1 <a href="http://s250.photobucket.com/user/dryflash3/media/550/P1210756.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg272/dryflash3/550/P1210756.jpg</a> I have my single stage on the far right, progressive in the middle. Bullet puller in SS. I am just going to take a guess and say you like TAC. It's good stuff but hard to fine in my neck of the desert |
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Posted: 10/26/2015 4:43:07 PM EDT
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It's very messy right now, sorry
I need more shelves, and more storage. I am forced to use garage cabinets to store the spill over which is quite a bit. 
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Posted: 10/27/2015 10:44:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GSL:
Call Bill at the Trading Post in Prescott. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GSL:
Originally Posted By ontime1969:
Originally Posted By dryflash3:
Originally Posted By MrFluffaluffagus:
Finally getting around to setting up my press and bench, been collecting equipment over the past year while reading through The ABC's of Reloading. I feel comfortable enough with the basics that I feel it's time to get some hands on experience. Quick question, as a right-hander who wants to keep their hand on the handle as much as possible how much/little room on the bench do I need for the LnL AP? I'd like to get it as far over as possible to make room to mount the single stage on the left. http://i.imgur.com/slvwocK.jpg?1 <a href="http://s250.photobucket.com/user/dryflash3/media/550/P1210756.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg272/dryflash3/550/P1210756.jpg</a> I have my single stage on the far right, progressive in the middle. Bullet puller in SS. I am just going to take a guess and say you like TAC. It's good stuff but hard to fine in my neck of the desert Thanks for the tip. 
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SD, USA
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Posted: 12/7/2015 1:57:52 AM EDT
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Added a 1050 to the bench.
Since I took the pictures I have added a bit more lighting and added a used primer collector to the 1050 like on the 550b. Jon |
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Posted: 12/7/2015 6:13:36 AM EDT
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VERY nice!
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IL, USA
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Posted: 12/14/2015 8:46:40 PM EDT
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Just finished my reloading room - this started as an unfinished basement area with a single light bulb and two truckloads of junk (just bought the house in Aug).
The room is 20' x 16' - I did all the framing, electrical, drywall, insulation, and flooring myself. I decided to install an electronic lock on the door (36" solid pine) so I wouldn't have to worry about my youngsters wandering in when I'm away from the bench. I also built the reloading bench, hutch, and shelving units. The bench is all 2x6" construction with anti-torsion design. The shelves are also 2x6" - perhaps a bit of overkill, but I can load them up heavy. 
I'm doing my first run of .40 tonight..........30.06 M2 this weekend. 
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GA, USA
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Posted: 12/14/2015 8:59:06 PM EDT
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I like the stain and paint. Do you mind sharing what you used? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FreedomFighterKS:
Thanks for the reinforcing advice, I added them and my bench is rock solid! It is now finished and I have made my first reloads ever! Screws, paint, stain, and a little sweat. But I think it turned out alright, and the significant other approved it to go inside the house 
Progression pictures. http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1340_zpsgds83c92.jpg http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1344_zps4ruofugf.jpg http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1345_zpsbkwvwyqj.jpg http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1370_zps8eeqypza.jpg http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1371_zpsuchrour3.jpg |
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Posted: 12/14/2015 9:07:15 PM EDT
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I like the stain and paint. Do you mind sharing what you used? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FreedomFighterKS:
Thanks for the reinforcing advice, I added them and my bench is rock solid! It is now finished and I have made my first reloads ever! Screws, paint, stain, and a little sweat. But I think it turned out alright, and the significant other approved it to go inside the house
Progression pictures. http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1340_zpsgds83c92.jpg http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1344_zps4ruofugf.jpg http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1345_zpsbkwvwyqj.jpg http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1370_zps8eeqypza.jpg http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j347/TheHighRoadDude/Reloading/IMG_1371_zpsuchrour3.jpg |
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Posted: 12/14/2015 9:54:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GunsandCoffee71: Just finished my reloading room - this started as an unfinished basement area with a single light bulb and two truckloads of junk (just bought the house in Aug). The room is 20' x 16' - I did all the framing, electrical, drywall, insulation, and flooring myself. I decided to install an electronic lock on the door (36" solid pine) so I wouldn't have to worry about my youngsters wandering in when I'm away from the bench. I also built the reloading bench, hutch, and shelving units. The bench is all 2x6" construction with anti-torsion design. The shelves are also 2x6" - perhaps a bit of overkill, but I can load them up heavy. I'm doing my first run of .40 tonight..........30.06 M2 this weekend. http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4388_zpscgnngdg9.jpg http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4389_zpsgxvfehb3.jpg Very nice. Why place the heavy X-Treme bullets on the top of your shelf? The shelving unit is probably sturdy enough but heavy weights are always safer lower to the floor. |
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Posted: 12/14/2015 10:11:50 PM EDT
[Last Edit: GunsandCoffee71]
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Because I had already loaded up 400+ lbs of brass before I found the bullets.
I'll move it around when I get a minute - it's beyond sturdy and loaded down heavy without the bullets, so no big deal. Those shelves are fully framed 2x6s, with a center cross member, all sitting on cripples on the legs. It's not going anywhere. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 7:
Very nice. Why place the heavy X-Treme bullets on the top of your shelf? The shelving unit is probably sturdy enough but heavy weights are always safer lower to the floor. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 7:
Originally Posted By GunsandCoffee71:
Just finished my reloading room - this started as an unfinished basement area with a single light bulb and two truckloads of junk (just bought the house in Aug). The room is 20' x 16' - I did all the framing, electrical, drywall, insulation, and flooring myself. I decided to install an electronic lock on the door (36" solid pine) so I wouldn't have to worry about my youngsters wandering in when I'm away from the bench. I also built the reloading bench, hutch, and shelving units. The bench is all 2x6" construction with anti-torsion design. The shelves are also 2x6" - perhaps a bit of overkill, but I can load them up heavy.
I'm doing my first run of .40 tonight..........30.06 M2 this weekend. http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4388_zpscgnngdg9.jpg http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4389_zpsgxvfehb3.jpg Very nice. Why place the heavy X-Treme bullets on the top of your shelf? The shelving unit is probably sturdy enough but heavy weights are always safer lower to the floor. |
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Posted: 12/14/2015 10:13:28 PM EDT
[#37]
Very nice!!!
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By zen_grasshopper:
Added a 1050 to the bench. https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23236249/Reloading%20Room%2011%3A17%3A2015/Reloading%20bench%20550b%20and%201050.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23236249/Reloading%20Room%2011%3A17%3A2015/Ammo%20storage%20and%20tool%20box.jpg https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23236249/Reloading%20Room%2011%3A17%3A2015/Work%20Bench.jpg Since I took the pictures I have added a bit more lighting and added a used primer collector to the 1050 like on the 550b. Jon |
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Posted: 12/14/2015 11:13:50 PM EDT
[Last Edit: dangerdan]
[#38]
Ugh.
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Posted: 12/14/2015 11:39:02 PM EDT
[#39]
Hopefully we can stay on topic, which is pics of reloading benches. Where to get low cost cabinets would be better in the "where to find" tacked thread at the top of the page. Nicely finished room, shelf's and bench GunsandCoffee71. |
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Posted: 12/15/2015 10:02:17 AM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GunsandCoffee71:
Just finished my reloading room - this started as an unfinished basement area with a single light bulb and two truckloads of junk (just bought the house in Aug). The room is 20' x 16' - I did all the framing, electrical, drywall, insulation, and flooring myself. I decided to install an electronic lock on the door (36" solid pine) so I wouldn't have to worry about my youngsters wandering in when I'm away from the bench. I also built the reloading bench, hutch, and shelving units. The bench is all 2x6" construction with anti-torsion design. The shelves are also 2x6" - perhaps a bit of overkill, but I can load them up heavy.
I'm doing my first run of .40 tonight..........30.06 M2 this weekend. http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4388_zpscgnngdg9.jpg http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4389_zpsgxvfehb3.jpg Awesome setup. Just need a recliner for this man cave and your set for those days your in the dog house with the other half. |
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Posted: 12/15/2015 10:33:44 AM EDT
[#41]
There's a full size leather couch opposite my bench (not in the pic)
My doghouse isn't too bad - it's only 10 feet away from the dedicated beer fridge and I have satellite/internet capability. I'm good to go and can weather any domestic storm that may blow in........ Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bearcat24:
Awesome setup. Just need a recliner for this man cave and your set for those days your in the dog house with the other half. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bearcat24:
Originally Posted By GunsandCoffee71:
Just finished my reloading room - this started as an unfinished basement area with a single light bulb and two truckloads of junk (just bought the house in Aug). The room is 20' x 16' - I did all the framing, electrical, drywall, insulation, and flooring myself. I decided to install an electronic lock on the door (36" solid pine) so I wouldn't have to worry about my youngsters wandering in when I'm away from the bench. I also built the reloading bench, hutch, and shelving units. The bench is all 2x6" construction with anti-torsion design. The shelves are also 2x6" - perhaps a bit of overkill, but I can load them up heavy.
I'm doing my first run of .40 tonight..........30.06 M2 this weekend. http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4388_zpscgnngdg9.jpg http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4389_zpsgxvfehb3.jpg Awesome setup. Just need a recliner for this man cave and your set for those days your in the dog house with the other half. |
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Posted: 12/15/2015 7:09:31 PM EDT
[Last Edit: argolfer]
[#42]
GunsandCoffee - That is an awesome setup. I can't believe nobody has mentioned your stash of powder!!
 Now that is impressive!! That has to be close to 500lbs of powder. My "stash" suddenly feels very insignificant
I guess I'll try to stay on topic here, but it's a pretty sorry pic. I moved out of the garage, where I had a lot more room and a much larger bench, to the upstairs. I don't miss cleaning all the dust and cobwebs off everything when I was in the garage though
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Posted: 12/15/2015 8:32:04 PM EDT
[#43]
Just bought a house and am finally ditching my old workbench/reloading table. It worked, but took up too much room and wasn't efficient use of space. Thank you guys for sharing these pictures and ideas. I've been lurking this thread for a long time waiting for the right time...moving has made it "the right time."
Sorry to stray off topic, I just wanted to thank everyone for taking the time to share their pictures and ideas. |
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Posted: 12/15/2015 10:04:58 PM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By p2tharizo: Just bought a house and am finally ditching my old workbench/reloading table. It worked, but took up too much room and wasn't efficient use of space. Thank you guys for sharing these pictures and ideas. I've been lurking this thread for a long time waiting for the right time...moving has made it "the right time." Sorry to stray off topic, I just wanted to thank everyone for taking the time to share their pictures and ideas. Glad we could help. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2015 12:54:00 AM EDT
[#45]
I wish - those powder jugs are full of brass.
Only the 1 lb containers have powder in there. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By argolfer:
GunsandCoffee - That is an awesome setup. I can't believe nobody has mentioned your stash of powder!! Now that is impressive!! That has to be close to 500lbs of powder. My "stash" suddenly feels very insignificant
I guess I'll try to stay on topic here, but it's a pretty sorry pic. I moved out of the garage, where I had a lot more room and a much larger bench, to the upstairs. I don't miss cleaning all the dust and cobwebs off everything when I was in the garage though
http://i713.photobucket.com/albums/ww139/familyguy4_photobucket/45795DB9-6B6E-4F6F-A768-191287026D8F-11674-00000B3561253FA1_zpsemusbocx.jpg |
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Posted: 12/16/2015 1:34:27 AM EDT
[Last Edit: GWhis]
[#46]
Nice room!
Mine has never.....will never be that organized and clean...your reloading journals must be that good too! I was thinking that I could hire you to come organize my RLR! Then I looked at a map.....Illinois is a long way from New Mexico......darn! ...........at least you are closer to Grafs than I am.....that's good for you!
btw, somebody used those big jugs of powder! You must have a reloading club close by? 
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Posted: 12/16/2015 8:16:41 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GunsandCoffee71:
Just finished my reloading room - this started as an unfinished basement area with a single light bulb and two truckloads of junk (just bought the house in Aug). The room is 20' x 16' - I did all the framing, electrical, drywall, insulation, and flooring myself. I decided to install an electronic lock on the door (36" solid pine) so I wouldn't have to worry about my youngsters wandering in when I'm away from the bench. I also built the reloading bench, hutch, and shelving units. The bench is all 2x6" construction with anti-torsion design. The shelves are also 2x6" - perhaps a bit of overkill, but I can load them up heavy.
I'm doing my first run of .40 tonight..........30.06 M2 this weekend. http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4388_zpscgnngdg9.jpg http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b206/Bluesking89/IMG_4389_zpsgxvfehb3.jpg This looks fantastic. I am planning a room that should be around 14x18, give or take. Your room is a smidge bigger, so I am looking at your pics and getting ideas. If you have any more pictures of the room, please post them!
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Posted: 12/17/2015 2:46:34 PM EDT
[#48]
Here is mine. I completed it several years ago.
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Posted: 1/1/2016 12:09:31 PM EDT
[#49]
Stage 1.
Love this workbench, sleek and sturdy as hell, only $150 from Lowes.
Waiting on the Inline Fabrication mounts then its going into the home office.  |
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Posted: 1/1/2016 12:38:12 PM EDT
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Some nice benches in this thread. I will add to my pictures once I put the doors on my cabinets and finish organizing.
You guys that reload in the house are lucky. My wife has laid down the law. No workshop in the house. I can't complain too much. I have the garage and the basement and she goes by my rules in my domain. |
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