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Thread: Saeco Sizers

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    Saeco Sizers

    I don't know if it is my imagination, but I have the impression that the Saeco sizers are less desirable than the RCBS or Lymans.

    If you agree, any theories on why that is?
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    I have owned one over 40 years and have no problems. Only trouble is they are not really supported anymore, which can be an issue if you are looking for parts.

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    I own one as well and like it second to my Star.
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    I've used two SAECO lube/sizers for most of my work for more than thirty years, but still have a Lyman as well and used to have an RCBS. Nothing wrong with the SAECOs, but the Lyman is also a good tool.
    Last edited by lotech; 03-02-2022 at 09:44 AM.

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    I have all three. Dies for the Saeco are more expensive and some don't like the ergonomics. I use my stars the most but after that I prefer the Saeco.
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    I have one, and I have a devil of a time finding dies for it. I will probably buy a replacement in the near future.

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    They were more expensive than the Lyman/Ideal and Lachmiller/RCBS offerings, and their dies were also expensive and didn’t interchange with those of any other company.

    SAECO came out later than Lyman/Ideal, and the company was sold in a few years to Redding, which raised the price further.

    I don’t think they are “undesirable,” just more expensive and less widely marketed. I have an early one that I keep for black powder cartridge boolit lubing. It works well, but no better than the more common machines.

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