Sandbagger123 Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 in the market for a new press. been loading on a lee loadmaster for years. one thing i like about my LM was that i could load while sitting. i prefer to do it this way as i can't stand long period without back pain. All the vids i see people loading on dilion presses they are standing. So can the 650 or 1050 be used while seated? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrpredictable Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 I have my 650 mounted on a standard height desk(old military metal top). All of my reloading is done sitting on an adjustable height rolling mechanics stool at full height and have no issues. 6ft tall with long arms but I image it wouldn’t be too bad for other sized people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnr88 Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 Ii have both presses and you can load sitting. I find it very slow and ponderous sitting. I added strong mounts and stand. I'm 6'5" . Sitting or standing you'll be loading on a Dillon. If you can afford the 1050 having eveything happen on the downstroke is an advantage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jejb Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 I load while sitting with my 650. No strong mount, of course. It's very fast and comfortable doing it that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don_B Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 I too have both of those presses mounted on an old metal desk. Have been reloading on them for 20 years sitting in my chair, it is quite comfortable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GR8GIFT Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 I load both ways on my 650’s. They are on strong mounts. I use an adjustable chair when sitting just adjust up to where it feels right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intel6 Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 I load sitting on all my presses due to back issues. 650/550/single stage/shotgun presss. I have an adjustable stool to I can adjust due to my presses being at different heights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youngeyes Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aric Posted January 15, 2019 Share Posted January 15, 2019 I have mine set up so I can stand or sit on a bar stool. I like this setup because I can get tired of sitting or standing while doing a longer reloading session. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SixBarSpur Posted January 20, 2019 Share Posted January 20, 2019 I sit on a barstool for both presses. I’ve bolted an adapter plate permanently to my bench that accepts the 650 or 1050 with just 4 bolts. Have tried standing on occasion but never liked it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1911onr Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 I have my 650 mounted directly to a 42" high bench without a strong mount. I use a short bar stool and comfortably reload sitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwbsig Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 I load sitting on a 550 and 1050. I have back problems and never damage in my feet that keeps me from standing very long. Both press’s are mounted straight on the benches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zombywoof Posted January 22, 2019 Share Posted January 22, 2019 25 years sitting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mveto Posted January 24, 2019 Share Posted January 24, 2019 I sit while loading, I have the press bolted directly to the bench top and found the correct height stool and have zero issues. My last reloading session was 5k rounds over few days and had no back issues, no way I would have been able to stand the entire time if I had to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mont1120 Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 What bench height is the best for sitting down and loading. I too have a torn up back. I have a new 550 ready to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzShooter Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 I've got mine set up so that a 24" stool would work great. Then I had some physical problems and now sit in my wheelchair and can still operate the press. My bench is 38 inches high. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mont1120 Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmg1 Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 Sitting for my 1050, been doing it for years, with an adjustable stool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RePete Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 I can load on my 1050 standing or sitting. My bench is 32" high and use a 28" bar stool. When sitting, I rest my butt cheeks on the edge of the stool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim m Posted February 5, 2019 Share Posted February 5, 2019 The way bench is set up I can sit or stand, also can raise my legs while sitting to take pressure off my lower back. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvmojo Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 My RL-1050 is mounted on a purpose built 32-1/2" high bench that I made. I sit on a 29" high stool (Home Depot) and it works great for me (I'm 5'-11" tall). I'm up high enough to see down into each case to verify powder, and pulling the handle seems very ergonomic. I have a 550b on a strong mount on the other end of the same bench. Coincidentally, both roller handles are at the same height so I use the same stool for loading on either. Both are mounted a few inches too low to run them standing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve RA Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 Sitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerBaron Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 I load sitting. The correct height is important. You want it so that your shoulder is about level with the top of the handle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHI Posted February 14, 2019 Share Posted February 14, 2019 On 1/22/2019 at 12:40 PM, Dwbsig said: I load sitting on a 550 and 1050. I have back problems and nerve damage in my feet that keeps me from standing very long. Both press’s are mounted straight on the benches. this is very close to the reason i set to load with seme presses. except i can load with the 1050 standing for a short time using the handel in the short stroke position. Bench is set at kitchen counter height. office chair for 550 and bar stool for 1050. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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