Jlnel Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I know most stand while reloading. Well, i have a crappy back and was wondering if anyone has set up the press to be used while sitting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillChunn Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I know most stand while reloading. Well, i have a crappy back and was wondering if anyone has set up the press to be used while sitting? I sit. The bench was built at that height as a recommendation from a gentleman that had been reloading a lot longer. HH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natgas Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I've tried sitting but find it more comfortable to stand; I take a lot of breaks, walk around and relax during my reloading sessions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjohn Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I know most stand while reloading. Well, i have a crappy back and was wondering if anyone has set up the press to be used while sitting? I sit. The bench was built at that height as a recommendation from a gentleman that had been reloading a lot longer. HH Could you please share the height of the bench to us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jlnel Posted September 5, 2012 Author Share Posted September 5, 2012 I was wondering, when you stand you have a bit of free range of motion it seems, but sitting you may have to pivot or reach more. Im thinking maybe a stool so you can kinda sit but more upright. Anyone have a pic of thier bench setup for sitting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjohn Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 Also, are you using a strong mount? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jlnel Posted September 5, 2012 Author Share Posted September 5, 2012 Not set up yet but i was going to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jlnel Posted September 5, 2012 Author Share Posted September 5, 2012 Press is still in the box. I was thinking of bolting a shelf to the wall( foundation with anchor bolts). How much throw does the handle have? If im sitting and put handle through the range of movement, would your body twist much ir could you operate the handle and still be close enough to load the bullets into the case? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diehli Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 Sit. 30"-ish bench with a strong mount, tall swivel chair without wheels. The bench has a lower platform where I place my feet (and brass, etc.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twodownzero Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I sit when I load. I believe my bench is 28", but it might be 26". No strong mount. I have always sat and loaded, and I find it more comfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Santiago Posted September 5, 2012 Share Posted September 5, 2012 I used to sit with the 550. The new 650 on a strong mount on the new bench I have to stand so I can see the powder in the case before the bullet is placed. I prefer standing. With the 650, case and bullet feeders I get through a hundred rounds pretty quickly so there is the time to move around, reload primers, empty the bullet bin so my back doesn't get stiff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rq375 Posted September 6, 2012 Share Posted September 6, 2012 while I would prefer to stand, the motion required to run the press aggravates my disk/impinged nerve issue in my neck and back. I set the press up without a strong mount so the top of the bench would be above knee level. I chose the most comfortable desk chair with wheels I could find because you will need to move side to side a bit now and then. Once you pick your chair, set the bench height with the press handle knob at shoulder height like normal (i think mine came out at 32"). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BE Fred Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Men stand. Women sit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griz Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I'm not pissing on my press, so I prefer to sit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cguy1177 Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Ever hear the joke about the young bull and the old bull? After a long load development and1300 round loading session the other day, I'm reworking things to have a sitting bench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidnal Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 When my duaghter left for college I inherited a tall drafting chair that is comfortable but I'd still prefer to stand 95% of the time. I have a bad back but sit more than enough at work and in the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyinBrian Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I always sat in an office chair to load on my Lee presses, but now that I have the 550 on a strong mount, I am using a "Sears Craftsman" brand bar stool with backrest. I'm pretty tall so standing would only work if the bench was another 4"+ taller. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdm74 Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I set my bench at correct height without a strongmount to load while using a stool. Has worked fine for years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BE Fred Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Joking aside...I have my bench at 39 inchs and this works for me, standing with the strong mount. I plan to pick up the Craftsman shop stool (adjustable with back) next time they are on sale...sometimes I would like to sit. Fred Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyflyer Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I can sit or stand to reload. I'm 6ft tall my bench is 37" tall and I use a strong mount. I use a drafting chair if I want to sit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjohn Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 (edited) Joking aside...I have my bench at 39 inchs and this works for me, standing with the strong mount. "I plan to pick up the Craftsman shop stool (adjustable with back) next time they are on sale...sometimes I would like to sit." Be careful. Before you mentioned this stool, I looked it up and the reviews do not seem to be very good. I am going to pass on it. Currently I saw a stool at Target that seemed OK, but I have not been able to find any reviews on it. Also, I can't seem to find it in the online catalog. Here is the link for Sears http://community.craftsman.com/Craftsman-Hydraulic-Stool-reviews?tab=reviews Edited September 8, 2012 by mjohn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPRSkip Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I sit on a stool so I have range of motion and built everything to be comfortable doing so. I use a LNL, 650 and 1050 all in a line on a bench mounted to the wall. I stood for a long time and just didn't think I would be comfortable sitting but never tried it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polizei1 Posted September 9, 2012 Share Posted September 9, 2012 (edited) I sit because I have problems with my feet. I think my bench right now is at ~30" give or take. I have a LCT right now, but am getting a 650 when I can. I can't imagine there would be an issue, so I'll continue to sit. If you get the strong mount, I would probably also get the powder-check. Depending on the height of the bench/chair, it might be difficult to manually check the powder in each case. Someone else might be able to verify this? Edited September 9, 2012 by polizei1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cundiff5535 Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 I agree... I like to sit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henny Posted September 10, 2012 Share Posted September 10, 2012 35 inch bench. I sit at my 650s and SDB but prefer to stand for the 1050. Nothing is mounted on a strong mount. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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