Greetings All,
It appears that I can now officially post in this forum as a Star owner! Late last week I picked up a large lot of reloading equipment, including a Star Lube-Sizer marked with the Star Machine Works, San Diego CALIF address. I've always used my trusty Lyman 450 before but lusted after a Star. When I first noticed the photos of the sizer on the Facebook listing, I was a little hesitant as it appeared that it was fairly rusty and may need a bit of work to bring back to glory. But, there was a fair amount of other equipment and molds in the lot so I still felt fairly good about taking a chance on it all. This included another project (heavy emphasis on "project") that I've been on the lookout for a long time, a RCBS Green Machine in 38 special (more on that in a separate thread).
Once I picked it all up and got it home, I nearly stroked out over my good fortune. The sizer was not only in better condition than it seemed in pictures (only minor surface rust on the unpainted parts) and included four dies and punches, it had never even had lube in it before. It was brand new!! Which brings me to the post title. The only thing missing that I can see so far is the handle. The gentleman that sold it to me was cleaning out his fathers estate and didn't know where any other pieces may be. I know I can buy a replacement handle from Magma, but Im a bit frugal so was wondering if someone could provide me some measurements and I'll build one. I believe that the original handle was simply 3/8" diameter rolled steel with a slight bend. Could someone measure the length for me?
Alternatively, if someone happens to have an extra handle laying around that they would be willing to part with, please contact me. I know that lathesmith makes a roller handle but I think I would prefer to stay with the original design at this point.
Thanks!!
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