Gabe22BR
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Yeah-….Hi, I need to replace my Lee hand press with a big boy press. I've been using it for about 5 years now as my only press and I'd like more consistent shoulder bump.
I'm looking at the rcbs rebel, rock chucker, and Forster coax.
I'm on a budget. I have a Scheels gift card that would get me to $150 on a rebel. Or, I could find a used rock chucker in classifieds or ebay. Or, wait until a coax comes up in the classifieds that I can afford. $150 for the rebel seems like a good deal.
I don't mind screwing/unscrewing dies, so the "easy" part of die install for the coax is a bit moot.
This press will likely live in one spot, so I'm not concerned with weight.
I don't want to have to buy a bunch of brand specific bits and pieces to use the press.
Thoughts?
My thoughts =
Hood Press, Wilson seater, .308, Red or Blue
Hood Press, Wilson seater, short action length seaters. Red or Blue Hood Press, Wilson seater style. The press is available in RED or BLUE.This press will work longer cartridges than the PPC/BR style. The opening for the Wilson style seater is 5.34" and should work with any short action...

You want consistent shoulder bumps, get a press that will do it- don’t skimp on it, you get your $$ back when time to sell it if need be..
Use your $150 card for components , or good dies to match.