minnesota1 Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 I just got a new bench, I've also bought a bunch of awesome items from Inline Fabrication, one item is the quick change mount, etc. So I only need to have one spot on my bench for different loaders I have. I'm right handed, not that that should make a difference here, but what are your thoughts on which side you'd set your reloader on? I'm just wondering if there's any reasoning behind setting it up on one side vs. the other. I haven't heard of any, but curious as there may be. I know I want it either on the right or left side so I can work on other things on the bench as well. Let me know your rationale. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stick Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 I have my Dillon XL650 setup on the right side of my bench and my Lee Turret press on the left side of my bench since it's smaller. I'm left handed but the press is right handed. Since the Turret press is smaller, it allows me to use my powder drop, scale and some of the smaller accessories I use on the left side. The side you choose doesn't matter, but if you use the left or right, it will allow more open space for other stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 Or, you could just put it in the middle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reverse_edge Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 10 minutes ago, Steve RA said: Or, you could just put it in the middle. Yep, mines in the middle. I keep a box of projectiles and primers on the left, along with my flip tray and scale. I keep powder and filled tubes on the right, along with bins for completed rounds. Works out well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
minnesota1 Posted July 5, 2018 Author Share Posted July 5, 2018 20 minutes ago, Steve RA said: Or, you could just put it in the middle. I get that, but if I want to work on a long gun or something else that requires a little extra space then that would be more problematic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Power Jack Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 I'm right handed, so my press is on the right hand side of the bench Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 (edited) I built a 4’x8’ workbench and have my two progressives evenly spaced on one 4’ side and single stages on the other 4’ side, though I sometimes unbolt the single stagers and move them around, as now because that end is pretty close to the garage wall and gets blocked in with storage needs more often than not. The two remaining 8’ sides are left open for standard workbench projects... or all the junk my wife piles there when she unloads the car. To answer your question, though I’d pick the least used side (for non-reloading related proojects) and put it there being careful to leave room before the edge for bullet boxes, loading trays, etc. Edited July 5, 2018 by jkrispies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RudyVey Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 550 on the left, 550 in the middle and SDB on the right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camaross400 Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 I had one on each side.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkrispies Posted July 5, 2018 Share Posted July 5, 2018 (edited) I just went and measured around my 650. I gave myself 10” on either side, and don’t feel cramped. I’d personally rather keep the rest of the bench available for other uses than take it up with excess room for the loader. Edited July 5, 2018 by jkrispies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJinPA Posted July 8, 2018 Share Posted July 8, 2018 Probably depends on the width of your bench. Mine is 6’ and I was originally planning on mounting in the center thinking I’d have plenty of room for workspace on each side but ultimately decided that mounting to the right would be best so the bench could double as a standing desk for when I work from home. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L3324temp Posted July 8, 2018 Share Posted July 8, 2018 I have a 1050 on the left side of the bench and a 650 on the right side. It does not make difference IMO.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muncie21 Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Left of center would almost certainly guarantee negative outcomes. You'd have people wanting handouts of free ammo and such.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 True !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
koteris Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 (edited) My 550 is on the right. The cartridge bin is about 12" from the wall. Leaves me more room to do other stuff on the bench. Edited July 9, 2018 by koteris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxbat Posted July 9, 2018 Share Posted July 9, 2018 Heck, I got five reloaders on my bench, so some are on the left, some on the right, and some... kinda in the middle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George16 Posted July 10, 2018 Share Posted July 10, 2018 Right side Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Steele Posted July 10, 2018 Share Posted July 10, 2018 Middle and left only because roll sizer is to the right.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaques Posted July 10, 2018 Share Posted July 10, 2018 I have a 650 mounted on each side of my bench. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stick Posted July 10, 2018 Share Posted July 10, 2018 2 hours ago, Scott Steele said: Middle and left only because roll sizer is to the right. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I like that light. What kind is it? Where can I get one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxbat Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 All things considered, I like to have more room to the left from the press. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunBugBit Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 More toward the right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuey Posted July 12, 2018 Share Posted July 12, 2018 I put mine on the right so I have more room to work on my bench for my rifles. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMaus Posted July 13, 2018 Share Posted July 13, 2018 (edited) On 7/6/2018 at 6:44 AM, stick said: I have my Dillon XL650 setup on the right side of my bench and my Lee Turret press on the left side of my bench since it's smaller. I'm left handed but the press is right handed. Since the Turret press is smaller, it allows me to use my powder drop, scale and some of the smaller accessories I use on the left side. The side you choose doesn't matter, but if you use the left or right, it will allow more open space for other stuff. Deja vu - XL650 to the right - Lee to the left (but its a classic) - I'm left handed Edited July 13, 2018 by BMaus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Currently Posted July 14, 2018 Share Posted July 14, 2018 (edited) Using a Husky 11 drawer tool bench with small cabinet door on left side that has 6 wheels under it. ‘Think it has a 2700 lb capacity. Three dillons on top evenly spaced all on strong mounts. Point I’m trying to make is seating/standing position is more important. I use a tall bar stool for when I sit. I change positions frequently to avoid getting hypnotic and making mistakes. Excuse the mess. I’m organizing and cleaning it up this weekend. Hidden in the back of the center Dillon, I have my Rockchucker on a portable stand that is used for bullet pulling with a collet. Edited July 14, 2018 by Currently Added pix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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