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mdi
08-31-2012, 01:23 PM
Checked the "search" function (which didn't) but found no hits.

I just picked up a C-H single stage, "C" type press in suprisingly good shape from ebay. I knew that standard (RCBS type) shell holders won't fit, but adaptors should be available. Checked C-H website and found one that looks like it might work. It's for a Herter's press, not the screw-in, but it fits a slot in the ram (just like a standard shell holder but the slot is much thinner). Didn't see any dimensions on the website to check against my press. I was wondering, is this, the Herter's adaptor, the adaptor that works for my C-H press?

My other C-H press, a cast iron monster "O" type press, uses standard shell
holders. It's my old favorite, but just wanted another single stage for odd jobs...

thnx,
Mike

Roundnoser
08-31-2012, 04:10 PM
If you check the CH-4D website again, they do sell an "H" ram adaptor for approx. 25 dollars. This will allow you to use the modern RCBS-type shell holders with your press.

mdi
08-31-2012, 05:05 PM
Thanks 'noser. That's the info I sought...But the "H" is for threaded Herter's style.

TAMU74
08-31-2012, 05:12 PM
I got one from RCBS for my CH press.

skeettx
08-31-2012, 05:43 PM
YUP
The one for the RCBS Jr should work


Mike

Kevin Rohrer
09-01-2012, 11:31 AM
The H-ram as sold by CH. I use a bunch of them, part #407190.

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/KevinRohrer/Reloading/407190.jpg

mdi
09-01-2012, 12:03 PM
The H-ram as sold by CH. I use a bunch of them, part #407190.

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv29/KevinRohrer/Reloading/407190.jpg

My ram isn't threaded, it has a slot similar to the RCBS style, but much thinner. I'll look at replacement rams.

Kevin Rohrer
09-01-2012, 05:06 PM
If you need more help, post a pic of the slot.

Pavogrande
09-01-2012, 08:36 PM
Perhaps it is the small CH C press which uses standard pacific style rams -- each ram is for a specific cartridge -- Perhaps why the slot looks thinner??
There is an adapter made for the 13/16 ram -- RCBS had them too.
I may still have a couple in the sell box --
Or you could do what was done before RCBS buttons, a big box of rams.
Herter ram is nominal 1 3/16" diameter -- for both the threaded and herter/lachmiller buttons.
my tuppence

Roundnoser
09-02-2012, 08:53 AM
mdi,

Sorry about that...I didn't read your first thread closely enough...You have a CH "C" press. I just assumed it was an H press. -- I haven't looked for that type of adaptor, but I know CH4D will have it. If you you can't find it, call Mr. Davison at CH and ask. He'll know exactly what you need.

Kevin Rohrer
09-02-2012, 09:32 AM
The best time to call is between 1-3p EST. Beth will answer and will help you.

Wayne Smith
09-02-2012, 08:32 PM
Dave Davidson is available in the evening, but he's in Argentina hunting for the next week or so. Beth or Brian will help.