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Link Posted: 2/23/2016 1:22:56 AM EDT
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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
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I've wondered what your bench looked like with all the shooting you do, very nice
Link Posted: 2/23/2016 2:29:38 AM EDT
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I don't know if I ever posted in here, but here's a shot of My bench.



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.
Link Posted: 2/23/2016 2:45:07 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 2/24/2016 10:27:55 PM EDT
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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.
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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.
Link Posted: 2/28/2016 1:34:46 AM EDT
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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.
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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.


Link Posted: 2/28/2016 1:53:07 PM EDT
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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.
Link Posted: 2/28/2016 8:05:11 PM EDT
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Here is a pic of the CO-AX mounted on a IF QD plate.



Really like the Co-AX, very versatile, I like the no shellholder system. Just lift the brass in and out.
Link Posted: 2/28/2016 8:26:00 PM EDT
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I like your way of catching the primers when decapping.
Link Posted: 2/28/2016 8:30:19 PM EDT
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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.
Link Posted: 2/28/2016 9:03:24 PM EDT
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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.
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Yeah, that looks like a must have, thanks
Link Posted: 2/28/2016 9:54:47 PM EDT
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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.
Link Posted: 2/28/2016 11:01:42 PM EDT
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That quick change mount system looks like exactly what I need.  Thanks for posting that.

I also agree on the co-ax being the bees knees of single stage presses.

Link Posted: 3/1/2016 4:30:29 AM EDT
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Updated pic, now with the IF QD.



Mblades, I made a stubby roller handle Today, much better in My opinion.



Link Posted: 3/1/2016 4:09:02 PM EDT
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I recently pimped my bench, here is a before and after.

Link Posted: 3/1/2016 4:15:34 PM EDT
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Much better, I for some reason don't like the look of pegboard.
Link Posted: 3/2/2016 1:46:16 AM EDT
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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.
Link Posted: 3/2/2016 8:56:54 PM EDT
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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.



edit: fix image url. Is there a post count limitation now?
Link Posted: 3/2/2016 9:41:53 PM EDT
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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
Link Posted: 3/2/2016 11:00:47 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/2/2016 11:23:44 PM EDT
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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



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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)



Link Posted: 3/2/2016 11:39:57 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/3/2016 2:38:51 AM EDT
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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.




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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

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   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.
Link Posted: 3/3/2016 11:30:03 AM EDT
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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
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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.
Link Posted: 3/6/2016 12:14:26 AM EDT
[Last Edit: DRNLS] [#24]
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Planning to start reloading. Ordered my dillon setup; 550. I have a metal desk that I'm adding a new formica top on. It is 5' wide and about 2' deep. Desk has usual opening underneath for a chair and drawers on the sides. I ordered the strong mount so i will be standing. My question is should i mount the press in the center or right/left of center. My gun safe is on the right of the desk and open to the left for about 1 1/2', then a work bench. Thanks, Nelson
Link Posted: 3/6/2016 12:45:02 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/6/2016 8:57:26 AM EDT
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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
Link Posted: 3/6/2016 11:30:05 AM EDT
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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

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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.
Link Posted: 3/6/2016 8:27:58 PM EDT
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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

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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.....
Link Posted: 3/10/2016 3:19:51 PM EDT
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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.
Link Posted: 3/14/2016 7:51:40 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By mutiger:
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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I used a Kobalt bench. It was a little wobbly at first but very sturdy, if that makes sense. Once I added shelving under it to store a couple hundred lbs of ammo and brass, it doesn't hardly move anymore. I haven't secured it to anything at all. Just the extra weight makes it much more stable.  When using the 650, the case feeder jiggles a little and actually seems to help keep the cases moving without jamming. Otherwise the press doesn't move.
I did make everything removable using 1x12 red oak and threaded knobs. I put the vise or swage or single stage press on the bench when needed. I use the bench to build ARs and clean guns as well.




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Link Posted: 3/18/2016 11:42:25 PM EDT
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24Dodge - nice setup. Where did you buy the threaded knobs and what are they attached to underneath?
Thanks, Nelson
Link Posted: 3/19/2016 9:06:13 AM EDT
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24Dodge - nice setup. Where did you buy the threaded knobs and what are they attached to underneath?
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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.
Link Posted: 3/19/2016 9:55:44 AM EDT
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Thanks
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24Dodge - nice setup. Where did you buy the threaded knobs and what are they attached to underneath?
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Got the knobs at Amazon.  These are pretty good sized and you can crank them down pretty tight.

Knobs

I used tee nuts on the under side.  

Tee nut
Link Posted: 3/25/2016 2:21:12 AM EDT
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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
Link Posted: 3/25/2016 11:20:32 AM EDT
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New to reloading. Currently am in an apartment so I can't have a truly dedicated "Bench". Not all of the supplies are sitting out right now.
We built this table with a 1.25" thick top. It is about 4.5 feet long. My only complaint with it is when you have to crank real hard it is a little top heavy.

Link Posted: 3/27/2016 5:59:37 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/27/2016 6:19:21 PM EDT
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I jumped right on in

Link Posted: 3/28/2016 12:48:18 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/28/2016 2:32:15 PM EDT
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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.
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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.


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

Link Posted: 3/28/2016 10:15:26 PM EDT
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What do you do with a little less than 6' x 8'?  You do as best you can!

I built this bench for my Square Deal B when I moved into my house 20 years ago, but the bench was immediately buried under house "stuff" and disappeared, as did my and my wife's time for shooting.

Fast forward 20 years, and our son is about to graduate college.  A couple months ago we rediscovered how much we enjoy shooting, and I gutted the storage to reclaim the "reloading room."

Organization of the reloading stuff is still a work in progress, but it is coming along:



.45 ACP and .38/.357 on the SDB, and added an XL650 for 9MM, .223 and .300 Blkout.  Still need to figure out shelving, storage, etc. (camping gear is also stored here), but it's a start.





The bench itself is not anchored to anything, but it doesn't need to be -- all 4x4 and 3/4" ply, connected throughout the U and massive.  I'm short (5'7") and I built the top high -- 40" -- so it falls right below my elbows, perfect for comfortable work and reloading press use. Just enough width between the bench sides to be able to walk in and turn around without hitting my hips. ETA:  Yes, the SDB is mounted a little sideways -- I'm one of the "gifted few" (left-handed), and this is the best ergonomic position for me.

A bench vise is positioned to support AR assembly, swaging, case trimming, etc.







Finally, I took the obligatory toe shot, then realized it shows where I keep my tumbler at the bottom of an old rolling tool cabinet



I'm looking forward to a lot more time finishing the set up, reloading and shooting!
Link Posted: 3/28/2016 10:27:01 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/28/2016 11:06:48 PM EDT
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Reloading room











Walk-in Safe









Link Posted: 3/28/2016 11:28:33 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/29/2016 2:01:29 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/29/2016 7:14:28 AM EDT
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Wowza!  Show off!  ;-)
Link Posted: 3/29/2016 9:59:41 PM EDT
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This is my favorite thread on the site, bar none. You guys have some awesome rooms/set ups. Envy!
Link Posted: 3/30/2016 7:05:46 PM EDT
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Is this the Kobalt (from Lowe's) workbench you guys are talking about?



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:  





Link Posted: 3/30/2016 9:00:56 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 3/30/2016 9:30:05 PM EDT
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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:  




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