What is it as a linear press?

[Swagerman]

I know its not Dillon, even if its blue. But who made this contraption, and did it actually function well.

The reloading dies are reputed to be of the size like a Star. However, don't see why it could have its die thread holes opened up to standard size 7/8X14 type.

Its presently on an auction site. Shipping cost is $30.

Jim


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[Beau Cassidy]

Here ya go.

http://www.starreloaders.com/forum/index.php/topic,355.0.html

[Bullshop]

Looks like a multi use tool. The top looks to be a barrel vice. Wonder how many other tools are hidden in there?
BIC/BS

[Swagerman]

BC, thanks for the K.L. Walters link. :coffee: That explained it for sure. Walters has had hands on with just about everything to do in reloading machines.

These linear row loading machines have never had a good reputation as far as the ones I've seen discussed. The RCBS and C-H linear press were duds and never worked very well without constant tinkering that seldom paid off.

The revolving turret styles have proven to be the best so far.


Jim

[Poygan]

I bought a RCBS Green Machine at an auction a few years ago. It was set up for .357 and I could never get it to prime consistently...maybe the units set up for the large primers worked better. Because of the priming problem, I used it very little, although it seemed to work well otherwise. Thankfully, there was the ebay solution.

However, it did end all desire for a progressive reloader.

[fecmech]

"The RCBS and C-H linear press were duds and never worked very well without constant tinkering that seldom paid off."

I currently have two of the CH presses an Auto Champ III that I've had since new(1975) and just bought an Auto Champ 5a used. They are a little touchy on set up, but once set up run fine. A modicum of mechanical ability helps to keep them running smooth. I can comfortably load 400 per hour on them, and the Mark III has loaded well over 100,000 rds to date.

[Dale53]

I have also used a C-H - in fact, in five years I loaded and shot 75,000 rounds in IPSC competition, all loaded on the CH Auto Champ. It helps a bit to be mechanical. They just needed a bit of help along the way. To be honest, I wouldn't recommend ANY progressive press unless you have a bit of mechanical skill.

When the Dillon came out, I was given the opportunity to use if for nearly a year. After the year was up I bought it and later it became a 550B. I went with the Dillon simply because I could load rifle AND pistol on it. The CH was limited to the shorter rounds.

I prefer the Dillon and find the loading speed to be similar. I can easily load 500 rounds per hour if someone will load my primer tubes. I don't mean "at the rate" of but 500 actual rounds in less than 60 minutes. I have been timed a couple of times.
FWIW

Dale53

[Swagerman]

Glad to see a couple of positive reactions to the linear mode presses.

I once was talking to Dave the owner of C-H, he said they were a bit trouble some, though he doesn't plan on making them anymore, because they were made before he acquired the company. But he still has some parts for the C-H linear model...but that was a couple of years ago.

Some of you guys are tops when it comes to wrenching and working on projects, so a linear press shouldn't be too much a chore. :)

Jim

[Swagerman]

Six hours to go on the auction and its up to $71 for this linear door stop, plus $30 for shipping.

Guess its a good deal if you're a collector.

Holy Ike, it went for $171 plus the shipping charge.

Jim :mrgreen:

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