Which turret press?
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Re: Which turret press?
I voted for the Lyman T-Mag press only because I was given one and it has performed well... If I was buying a turret press though I'd probably put my money into the Redding. Then again, the Dillon 550 would be my first choice, but it isn't listed as an option... The interchangable tool-heads function very similar to a turret press... I do like having 2 different calibers always set up on mt T-Mag.... Good luck & Happy Birthday!
I voted for the Lyman T-Mag press only because I was given one and it has performed well... If I was buying a turret press though I'd probably put my money into the Redding. Then again, the Dillon 550 would be my first choice, but it isn't listed as an option... The interchangable tool-heads function very similar to a turret press... I do like having 2 different calibers always set up on mt T-Mag.... Good luck & Happy Birthday!
Re: Which turret press?
I voted for the Lee. Not because its the best, but because I have used mine for the last 3 years without a hitch. It can be used as a single stage or as a turret. If money was not a concern, I would look at the Redding. My Redding Big Boss has been a solid piece of equipment as well.
I voted for the Lee. Not because its the best, but because I have used mine for the last 3 years without a hitch. It can be used as a single stage or as a turret. If money was not a concern, I would look at the Redding. My Redding Big Boss has been a solid piece of equipment as well.
Re: Which turret press?
Looks like I'll be getting the Redding as the votes are by far leading for the redding. This route should also clean up some bench space not requiring a bunch of single stage presses.
Can any of you tell me how easy it is to change the head of the Redding out? Or is it best to set it up and leave it- if you want more buy another press?
Looks like I'll be getting the Redding as the votes are by far leading for the redding. This route should also clean up some bench space not requiring a bunch of single stage presses.
Can any of you tell me how easy it is to change the head of the Redding out? Or is it best to set it up and leave it- if you want more buy another press?
Re: Which turret press?
I haven't swapped out the head on my T-7 yet but plan on using the capability later. It's one allen head screw in the middle.
I would recommend leaving a single stage press mounted. It's almost impossible to to use a collet puller in the T-7. There is no room to turn the handle. You might also run into an occasion that you'll need the single stage to load a small batch of something that you didn't set up in the T-7 or work up a pistol load before you set up a progressive for it.
I haven't swapped out the head on my T-7 yet but plan on using the capability later. It's one allen head screw in the middle.
I would recommend leaving a single stage press mounted. It's almost impossible to to use a collet puller in the T-7. There is no room to turn the handle. You might also run into an occasion that you'll need the single stage to load a small batch of something that you didn't set up in the T-7 or work up a pistol load before you set up a progressive for it.
Re: Which turret press?
The Redding wins by a mile. I have two of them.
I leave on set up on large primer, and one on small.
Changing the turret is extremely simple. You just take out the allen head screw on the top of the turret (being careful not to lose the ball and spring underneath) and screw another head on. Takes no time.
The Redding wins by a mile. I have two of them.
I leave on set up on large primer, and one on small.
Changing the turret is extremely simple. You just take out the allen head screw on the top of the turret (being careful not to lose the ball and spring underneath) and screw another head on. Takes no time.
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Gunsnjeeps- Outstanding advise on the single stage! Looks like my Lee Classic Cast will still have a home! I do most all of my pulling with a collet puller so having that capability is very important for me.
Onlyfineknives- Thanks for the info on the turret swap; sounds simple enough. Currently I only load one caliber single stage (.308) and don't really foresee myself getting into that many other options (.300WM eventually and maybe some .223). However, I like the ability to easily change over should I want to. I only have a 10' long bench so I don't need a TON of presses on there (looks like it will be three- my Dillon, a T-7 and a Lee Cast)
Thanks again guys!
Gunsnjeeps- Outstanding advise on the single stage! Looks like my Lee Classic Cast will still have a home! I do most all of my pulling with a collet puller so having that capability is very important for me.
Onlyfineknives- Thanks for the info on the turret swap; sounds simple enough. Currently I only load one caliber single stage (.308) and don't really foresee myself getting into that many other options (.300WM eventually and maybe some .223). However, I like the ability to easily change over should I want to. I only have a 10' long bench so I don't need a TON of presses on there (looks like it will be three- my Dillon, a T-7 and a Lee Cast)
Thanks again guys!
Re: Which turret press?
The Hornady cam-lock bullet puller will work on a turret, progressive, or even the Forster Co-Ax. The handle does not have to spin to tighten & release the collet.
Andy
The Hornady cam-lock bullet puller will work on a turret, progressive, or even the Forster Co-Ax. The handle does not have to spin to tighten & release the collet.
Andy
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I voted T-7; love mine! Redding also supports various competitions and events, so I'm happy to give them the business.
I voted T-7; love mine! Redding also supports various competitions and events, so I'm happy to give them the business.
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Just got the T-7; Pictures DO NOT do this thing justice!! I was a bit worried about it being a "C" style as opposed to an "O" or "D" and how that would play on rigidity. Haven't used it yet but by the looks of it, lack of being rigid will NOT be a problem. VERY well constructed!
Just got the T-7; Pictures DO NOT do this thing justice!! I was a bit worried about it being a "C" style as opposed to an "O" or "D" and how that would play on rigidity. Haven't used it yet but by the looks of it, lack of being rigid will NOT be a problem. VERY well constructed!
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T-7 hands down. Changing the heads is easy. I have two of them and both are full of dies. I need to get a third before I buy another rifle. Probably not necessary, but I clean everything well and pay close attention to the torque when I switch out heads.
T-7 hands down. Changing the heads is easy. I have two of them and both are full of dies. I need to get a third before I buy another rifle. Probably not necessary, but I clean everything well and pay close attention to the torque when I switch out heads.
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