Mequon Reloading Corporation Unitized Loader in 308

[harro]

I have just purchased a Mequon Reloading Corporation Unitized Loader in 308 ( haven’t received it yet )
I have experience with the Lee Loader and researching the MRC I’ve come up with very little apart from that it was designed and made by a previous Lee employee.
My question is does the MRC full length size or just neck size ( like the Lee Loader does) ?
There seems to be some confusion on that aspect with the research I’ve done .
Any information or history of this loader would be greatly appreciated.

Ken

 

[fkimble@charter.net]

I think I would have wanted the answer to this question and many more before ordering something like this. Please let us know how this works out. Sorry I'm no help.

PS: never heard of this loader or company!

Frank

 

[brokeasajoke]

I've got some of these in pistol calibers so I can't attest to the sizing on a rifle. I have read that the unitized version Fl sizes. Lee had a similar kit called the Improved loader I believe.

 

[Ned Ludd]

Do a search using your title (Mequon Reloading Corporation Unitized Loader) as a query. You will find a fair amount of historical info that from the brief amount I read suggests the Mequon version was a Lee offshoot and was virtually identical to the Lee. If you're familiar with the Lee system, my impression is that the Mequon system is identical. However, you would probably want to read a lot more than I did to be sure that is correct in the event no one can fully answer your question.

 

[harro]

Doing my research is what has caused my confusion
There is conflicting results and I can’t find anything definitive .
I really don’t mind if it full length sizes or just neck .
My Lee Loaders are a fun piece of gear and the simplicity is something I enjoy greatly , I’m never in a hurry when I reload and the volume of ammo I consume isn’t very large.
It is surprising how good the ammunition they create is .
I hand prime and powder measure on a scale though which contributes greatly to their uniformity.
I’ve got a fun project in mind where I want to “ Go back to basics “ for a change from all the technology that has crept into my shooting.
Iron sights , make my ammo with a Mallet , Shoot an Animal.

 

[harro]

I have found out that it does full length size , unlike the Lee Loader which only neck sizes .
Just thought I’d update this thread so future people researching might find some answers.

 

[brokeasajoke]

I like these little back pocket reloaders. The older the better.