In need of "Tool Box" ideas for loading at the range

[Mulligan]

A friend of mine used an old milk truck converted to a traveling reloading / gun repair shop. For those of you too young to have ever seen one it is like a box truck with a box that is about 7 feet wide and 7 feet tall and 12 to 15 feet long. He installed a leveling system on it and kept it stocked with all his gear. The refrigeration plant was replaced with a gasoline heater and an air conditioner. I never had the desire to do it but it was a great way to reload just about anywhere.

I have a 33' travel trailer that doubles as an elk camp from time to time. I suppose it is a small step to load my loading gear into that and haul it to the range. Heater/ AC and the kitchen stove.

 

[SheepDog]

Mulligan,
That's perfect! You can let us know when lunch is ready so we have time to wash up and eat before the afternoon shooting resumes.

 

[Mulligan]

I'm thinking something like this.
Any other ideas befor I fire up the cabnit saw?
CW

 

[JRS]

I have one that was made by a gentleman in New York years ago, but don't remember his name. It is made from sheet metal, painted/powder-coated dark brown, and is extremely strong and durable. Perhaps James Mock or Boyd Allen remembers the man's name. I have never used it, but like well made stuff

Edit: Found a photo of the box. These were made by Gregg Schnur (Otto), and sold by Bill Krazinski (Allied Shooter Supply in Syracuse NY). They were equipped with an array of brackets to attach different items in several locations, to include a powder measure bracket. He stopped making them in the mid 2000's. I have never seen a used one for sale. The box is extremely well made, strong, heavy, and pricey.

 

[JRS]

This is a stock photo of the box:

 

[Dos XX]

@Mulligan -
Here are vials that I have (and an Ebay link):

http://www.ebay.com/itm/191899433723?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

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How much powder, say Varget, you think those will hold? 45 ish gr?

 

[Tiratore]

I bought a used Kennedy box. Cases and overflow go in the ammo can, but everything else goes in the Kennedy.

 

[Jet]

How much powder, say Varget, you think those will hold? 45 ish gr?

A 1 dram vial will hold 45 grains easily with room to spare

 

[rangertim]

I like the tool box from lowes Top & Bottom drawer are deep.

 

[Mulligan]

I decided to wait until I had a season of loading at the range prior to building the prototype range box.

I will give this one a year or two keeping notes, then build a new one with whatever additions or improvements surface if any.

I haven’t tested it yet, just finished with the final coat of oil.

Hope to take it to the range in the coming days.

Thanks for all the ideas
CW

Edit to include dimensions

20” wide
8” deep
17” tall

 

[JFrank]

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I'm thinking something like this.
Any other ideas befor I fire up the cabnit saw?
CW

Wheels

 

[johara1]

i have decided I am going to start loading at the range, particularly for load development. The range is an hour away and I always end up with loaded ammo that doesn't get shot.
I know the benchrest crowd has been doing this for years....they have got to be pros at it. Help me out please.
What is a good range tool box? Pictures would help.
Powder scale protection?
What press, dies, and such are the standard for BR?
I am a fairly new F-Class shooter and have plans to join the BR ranks soon.
CW

I use a small Kennedy tool box that has a mount for a powder measure that swings out when you open the lid and I get everything I need in it..... jim

 

[rkittine]

Harley Baker brought his to the Benchrest Seminar at Cherry Ridge Gun Club in New Jersey, that he and Bob White from The Shooter's Corner run each year. Harley, if your reading this, maybe you can post a picture of yours.

Bob

 

[riflewoman]

And I made a portable bench for range use. Here are the plans.

http://precisionrifleblog.com/2012/11/12/portable-reloading-press-plans/

There is no need for so much reenforcements. Use good wood screws.

Make two, then you can prop your truck up on them while you work under it. Way, way bigger and stouter than needed.

 

[Mark Walker in TX]

Pic is a little old as I've switched to a labradar now, but you get the idea about loading at the range...

 

[Mulligan]

Pic is a little old as I've switched to a labradar now, but you get the idea about loading at the range...

That's awesome, thanks Mark
CW

 

[JFrank]

Pic is a little old as I've switched to a labradar now, but you get the idea about loading at the range...

Damn Man"
Your set up!

 

[Mulligan]

Added some “custom” drawer pulls”
CW

 

[dmoran]

 

[Mulligan]

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@dmoran
Donovan, you crack me up.
CW