Single stage press

[bozo699]

I have a MEC, a RC supreme, a T7, and a Co-Ax. I have a few others too. I like them all and they each have their own purpose .
If I were the OP I would contact The German from post 3 and make a deal.

Edited to add: You guys with clean organized benches ain't right.

Our benches look the same and we have the same presses. I concur with your statement.
Wayne

 

[nettle]

I have reloaded tens of thousands of rounds on my T7. It shows no sign of wearing out. I do have a spare single stage but don't use it.

 

[precision1]

The lee classic cast is great over built just works especially since your dies are what matters most

But
If I did it all over again I'd buy all redding.maybe rcbs but Redding is still family owned group of folks been driving competition arena along time I'm not one to buy 419 or new gizmos

Buy Redding tried and true products we all love

 

[Fuj]

This was my first and only press. It's stamped '82. I bought it used in about '88.

Yes Sir !! The older Jr's are still one of the best all purpose beaters around.
I own 3 and stamped in the 70's. One stay's in the trunk of the car for seat
depth tests at the range. That one, I totally refurbished with all the wear parts,
hard chromed.

 

[bobcat93]

Ok looks like im gonna go with the Redding big boss ll.
Ive done alot, of reloading on my T7 and i dont like the stress it buts on the turret.
For bullet seating its absolutely awesome i think
But for some of that dirty resizing jobs
I remember being impressed with the lee classic cast press. Its a big chunck of heavy metal and i like that. But i also remember there was something a little off about it .
I use about 80% redding equipment..all my dies are redding, my Pressing is redding, so i might as well keep with them
Ive tried hornady, lee ,redding, RCBS and ive grown fond of Redding.
Thank you for all the comments..
Ive never heard of the press that was offered for sale.
Ill have to google that.
As for the primer drop tube..i put a little hose clamp on it because ive had them full and pop off all over the floor..

 

[Murray Brook]

There is also the question of what do you prefer, cam-over or positive stop. Just something to keep in mind.

 

[RED DIRT]

Ok looks like im gonna go with the Redding big boss ll.
Ive done alot, of reloading on my T7 and i dont like the stress it buts on the turret.
For bullet seating its absolutely awesome i think
But for some of that dirty resizing jobs
I remember being impressed with the lee classic cast press. Its a big chunck of heavy metal and i like that. But i also remember there was something a little off about it .
I use about 80% redding equipment..all my dies are redding, my Pressing is redding, so i might as well keep with them
Ive tried hornady, lee ,redding, RCBS and ive grown fond of Redding.
Thank you for all the comments..
Ive never heard of the press that was offered for sale.
Ill have to google that.
As for the primer drop tube..i put a little hose clamp on it because ive had them full and pop off all over the floor..

Good choice Bobcat. Redding is a few minutes up the road from me in Cortland NY. I`ve owned Redding products for decades, always works like its suppose to.

 

[RED DIRT]

Hello. Ive been thinking of getting a single stage press
Ive owned a Lee classic cast and sold it
After i got a redding T-7 turret press.
There is some nasty work that needs to be done at a press if you reload long enough..some of those chores can really beat on a good press.
Like sizing a 1000 military brass
Of case forming. I dont really like using the T-7 for those chores.
I like the looks of the redding big boss ll its about 288$
The lee classic cast has a larger case capacity.
Its about 200$.
Any one see the point of paying 88$ more for green vs red paint for an hard working press
Thanks

@bobcat93
that $288 sounds high for the Redding BigBossII (looks like midwayusa, which is ALWAYS high priced)

Look around before you buy. I see them at Midsouth for $245

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[bobcat93]

Oh ill find one!..im in no hurry..i would almost bet some one on our forum has a Redding big boss ll and is wanting to upgrade and sell it to me.
Hahaha..
I started reloading almost long as ive been shooting. I started with a simple lee set up. And it was all up hill from there.
I like the cam over, and i like the positive stop..it just depends on what step of the process im in.
But i mostly go off what my fing tips tell me...
They tingle if its perfect. Haha

 

[Cecil S.]

This was my first and only press. It's stamped '82. I bought it used in about '88.

Great little press its a work horse. After I purchased it I sent it back to RCBS and they repaired the handle and assembly for free. RCBS has great service!

 

[servant403]

In my post I forgot to write I now use my MEC more than the RCBS or REDDING . I really like it. Love the open front of the press. If you use the MEC stand it has die holders. It has a small depression on top I put shell holders. The primers fall in a tray where they are supposed to. It has good leverage. Multiple ways to set up the handle. A floating shell holder. I like it a lot. Nice press. As good as the RCBS and Redding BB2 are if I was to buy another single stage I would like to try a Forster.

 

[MrK.]

Yes Sir !! The older Jr's are still one of the best all purpose beaters around.
I own 3 and stamped in the 70's. One stay's in the trunk of the car for seat
depth tests at the range. That one, I totally refurbished with all the wear parts,
hard chromed.

Ooops... Mine is an RS-2 not a JR-2

 

[vonb]

Years ago, I remember reading about a company that swaged bullets. They recommended Lee Classic Cast presses for the chore. Something to the effect that the Class Cast was made from railroad steel. With that said, they were a considerable value when they could be had for under $100. I have loaded thousands on mine and it still works just fine. Not to take anything away from the Redding as everyone knows they are a great piece of equipment and are known more as the Cadillac in domestic presses besides Forster.

 

[Evlshnngns]

Years ago, I remember reading about a company that swaged bullets. They recommended Lee Classic Cast presses for the chore. Something to the effect that the Class Cast was made from railroad steel. With that said, they were a considerable value when they could be had for under $100. I have loaded thousands on mine and it still works just fine. Not to take anything away from the Redding as everyone knows they are a great piece of equipment and are known more as the Cadillac in domestic presses besides Forster.

Same reason I got mine.

 

[markm87]

Big Boss II fan here! I tried the little alloy Hornady Single Stage, but wore it out... too much play in the ram/body.

I run the heck out of my single stage for many various steps. The bigger main shaft and steel construction are very durable.

 

[jcm800]

Years ago, I remember reading about a company that swaged bullets. They recommended Lee Classic Cast presses for the chore. Something to the effect that the Class Cast was made from railroad steel. With that said, they were a considerable value when they could be had for under $100. I have loaded thousands on mine and it still works just fine. Not to take anything away from the Redding as everyone knows they are a great piece of equipment and are known more as the Cadillac in domestic presses besides Forster.

Paid $59.99 for my Lee CC when they introduced them in 2003. They were cast from RR track steel.
Easy to tell the difference if you look at the machined pad. New Rockchuckers were going for $100 or so at the time.