M1Tommy

That sounds similar to my equip. Thanks for the reply. Tommy

That sounds good... and a lot like what I'm considering. Thanks! Tommy

I forgot the little thingy poking up atop the 650... the case feeder. Matters'd likely get a little "exciting", trying to hoist it up much. oh well....... Tommy

I’ve heard of some folks mounting their reloading presses in a semi-temporary manner by first bolting the press to a sturdy board, say a 2x10 or 12, then clamping the board to their work bench. I’ve the following that I’m thinking to mount to one board, then hang everything overhead for out-of-the-way-storage between reloading sessions: A Dillon 650, an RCBS Rock-Chucker, RCBS Uni-Flo powder measure, a Giraud case trimmer. Our garage has a 11’+ ceiling for some reason. It’d be a handful, but I was thinking a couple (4, to keep things level?) eye bolts in the end, and hoisting them overhead when not in use. Do any of y’all do this? If so, what clamps to use? Would 2, 8” C-clamps suffice? Or, do I need those bigger wood type clamps? Any handy photo’s would be appreciated, for this carpenter-klutz type to plan out his work bench construction. If this doesn’t work well, I’d likely build my work bench a couple-3 ft. longer and dedicate that end as the “reloading area. Space is limited, and a bench I can move later to a shop proper is wanted. This is just thinking aloud a bit. Advice/opinions are appreciated. Tommy

Sir, Thanks for the reply. I've never tried the USPSA shooting, but would watch a match some time. Sun. mornings are not likely to see me at a range but rarely. Still, thanks for the invite. Tommy Sir, I think that Memphis would be a stretch for me nowadays, unless I decide to indulge in Leg matches. Still, thanks for the reply. Tommy

Thanks for the reply. We recently moved. That, with a 20% cut in pay has put a bit of damper on new acquisitions. Still, one can dream and scheme! Tommy Thanks for the welcome. My M1's are nothing terribly special, 2 M1's, match conditioned, with new USGI barrels. One has a lug welded to the rear of the receiver. Below's a link to a photo (I hope). It's not a great photo, but the best one I have handy. Tommy http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v244/M1T...sluggedtop1.jpg Hey Tommy, my name is Ron Johnston and I am a proud member of CASA. We are located 25 miles west of Little Rock on HWY 10. Check out our clubs site and give me a jingle if you have any questions. Hello Mr. Johnston, Thank you for the welcome. I'll check out your club's site. At first glance, it looks to be about 60 or so miles from me. Do y'all shoot any NRA HP rifle? Tommy

Hello the forum. I’d appreciate a gander around here. I shoot a bit, including an occasional HP rifle match with my M1’s. I found this forum(s) from a link to an 18 page thread on reloading benches. I copied a few to look at later. I just moved to central Ark., and am about to build a new reloading area in the garage (later to be moved to a small shop building). I shoot handguns for SD (or practice accordingly) and plinking. Most of any time to spare is spent riding my Kaw. Vulcan 800B. Ask any other questions… no problem. Tommy