What are the differences between RCE and Corbin presses?

[beeser]

Apparently the RCE LAT-35 is similar to the Corbin CSP-1 and the RCE Walnut Hill-2 is similar to the Corbin CSP-2 in terms of general size and function but what are the differences in construction, quality, etc?

[clodhopper]

I can only comment on Walnut Hill/CSP-2.
Both presses are threaded 7/8-14 on top. The external punch holder threads in there. (In a reloading press that's where the die goes)

The ram on a CSP-2 press is threaded 5/8-24. The ram on a Walnut Hill is threaded 7/8-14. The swage die threads on the ram.

The CSP-2 press is much smaller than the Walnut Hill press. Both presses are very well built. The CSP-2 is a bit more crowded when you are feeding parts to the die.

[beeser]

I can only comment on Walnut Hill/CSP-2.
Both presses are threaded 7/8-14 on top. The external punch holder threads in there. (In a reloading press that's where the die goes)

The ram on a CSP-2 press is threaded 5/8-24. The ram on a Walnut Hill is threaded 7/8-14. The swage die threads on the ram.

The CSP-2 press is much smaller than the Walnut Hill press. Both presses are very well built. The CSP-2 is a bit more crowded when you are feeding parts to the die.

Do both presses have machined parts or are some casted? I recall someone mentioning that the Walnut Hill part where the handle attaches is cast. Is that true?

[clodhopper]

It is cast. But it's pretty substantial. The same part on my CSP presses are welded bar stock.

[JRLesan]

Strange, but my Walnut hill is 100% machined parts and the 'hole' on top is an inch and a half in diameter. Do I have a 'one off' model or is someone mistaken??? Can't comment on the WH2 as it's only been available for a couple of weeks.

[DDriller]

The top hole on the WH is 1 1/2" x 12 with a 7/8" x 14 reducer in it. The toggle link is cast.

[clodhopper]

Thanks for the accurate correction DDriller.

[Faret]

I believe the only way and probably the best would to have a new ram made to fit the press with the correct dimensions for the H dies.

[jimrk]

Richard made a few 'versions' of the Walnut hill over the years so there were some changes over time.