My primer stopping system is a foam earplug. One of the cone-shaped orange ones. I just squeeze it and roll it like I was going to put it in my ear, but insert it into the bottom of the plastic primer drop fingers. It's foam so it is fine as you continue to cycle the press to finish out your run. I also got a dowel that fit perfectly into the primer tube, and marked the empty tube location so I can see how many primers remain in the press.
Keep it up Gavin. I set my bench up with the t-track as you did and I have my Ponsness Warren 20 ga and MEC Grabber 12 ga set up in the same fashion as you with subplates. I also purchased a Hornady Lock N Load with the case feeder but not the bullet feeder and have now loaded both 9mm and 45 ACP on it. I am totally happy with it and I would not have ordered it if not for the vids you have done on it... Thanks again for the great quality and content...
On mine, I also drilled a 3/16th inch hole in the primer tube and made a photocell and buzzer so it alerts me when I need to refill primers. When one gets going, its easy to run it dry.
You can reload for about 1/3 the price of new shells, depending on where you buy your components. I used to buy reclaimed lead for practice. Much cheaper. I shot about 8 - 10 k rounds per year.
If you know the hulls you are going to reload have been fired from the same gun you may not have to use the full length resizing station on the press. This is the only progressive shotshell press that has that feature, a separate resizing station. A nice feature on a progressive reloader. You can use that station or you can bypass it if you want to . Also this reloading press has the best primer system that is 99.9% accurate in dropping primers. Primer stations have always been the nemesis on progressive loaders.
I noticed that the 366 has some wobble in it when cycling the press, mine had a whole lot more, if you look on the schematic in the instructions there's two bolts that connect to the posts one on each side, take a 9/16 hex driver with an extender on the ratchet and from the bottom tighten those up and it will take out the wobble.
Are there any progressive presses that will load 00 buck? What is the largest shot size that can be utilized in a progressive shotshell press? Thanks in advance from anyone replying to my query.
Hey Gavintoobe,I watched your video, and it was well done. I noticed your 366 has a lot of movement front and back as you operate the handle each time. I see you have it mounted on a wood riser of sorts, but I can assure you that you would benefit greatly if your machine was mounted more solidly. When I say more solidly, I mean no visible movement front and back at all. I suspect your bench simply is not solid enough for a progressive machine. It may be fine for single stage work, but progressive machines require really solid foundations. Not only is my bench rock solid, but I also have a half inch thick steel plate that is about 12 by 16 inches mounted to my bench. The reason for the steel plate is to allow me to switch between reloading machines quickly. I simply drilled and tapped the required holes for each of my reloading machines in the steel plate and used the same bolts to mount the machines when I switched from one to another.When you have as much movement in your 366 as is seen in your video, it makes for greater variations in your powder drops. This is also just as important with progressive metallic cartridge reloaders. It is also true with powder measures mounted on the bench. Progressive machines are truly fantastic, but they do require the utmost in being solidly mounted.Best wishes,Dave Wile
That press is semi-progressive in that you have to handle the hulls to much in station one. I am an ATA shooter as well as a past competitor in the pistol. That press I do not consider as a progressive machine, for what it's worth IMO.
My primer stopping system is a foam earplug. One of the cone-shaped orange ones. I just squeeze it and roll it like I was going to put it in my ear, but insert it into the bottom of the plastic primer drop fingers. It's foam so it is fine as you continue to cycle the press to finish out your run. I also got a dowel that fit perfectly into the primer tube, and marked the empty tube location so I can see how many primers remain in the press.
Keep it up Gavin. I set my bench up with the t-track as you did and I have my Ponsness Warren 20 ga and MEC Grabber 12 ga set up in the same fashion as you with subplates. I also purchased a Hornady Lock N Load with the case feeder but not the bullet feeder and have now loaded both 9mm and 45 ACP on it. I am totally happy with it and I would not have ordered it if not for the vids you have done on it... Thanks again for the great quality and content...
On mine, I also drilled a 3/16th inch hole in the primer tube and made a photocell and buzzer so it alerts me when I need to refill primers. When one gets going, its easy to run it dry.
The noise this thing makes is oddly satisfying.
Crystal clear HD!! One question...Is there any significant savings in loading 12 gauge?
You can reload for about 1/3 the price of new shells, depending on where you buy your components. I used to buy reclaimed lead for practice. Much cheaper. I shot about 8 - 10 k rounds per year.
I didn't learn much about the different stages except how to deprime a hull, transfer it, and discussion (no visual) of primer feed.
Was waiting for EVER for this
If you know the hulls you are going to reload have been fired from the same gun you may not have to use the full length resizing station on the press. This is the only progressive shotshell press that has that feature, a separate resizing station. A nice feature on a progressive reloader. You can use that station or you can bypass it if you want to . Also this reloading press has the best primer system that is 99.9% accurate in dropping primers. Primer stations have always been the nemesis on progressive loaders.
Whats thee resale value on that Hornaday 12g station? Is 180$ pretty good?
I noticed that the 366 has some wobble in it when cycling the press, mine had a whole lot more, if you look on the schematic in the instructions there's two bolts that connect to the posts one on each side, take a 9/16 hex driver with an extender on the ratchet and from the bottom tighten those up and it will take out the wobble.
Would this still be a good buy 7 years later?
Yeah I’m wondering the same haha
Love the videos keep the good work just wanted to know if u had a video about the the how to do the t tracks on a reloading bench
How does it work with fibre wads
Would you take this over the RCBS the grand ?
The grand appears to be a better one from my point of view. But I am a new guy at this and I get what I know from YT, not from experience.
Are there any progressive presses that will load 00 buck? What is the largest shot size that can be utilized in a progressive shotshell press? Thanks in advance from anyone replying to my query.
Umm, why don't you just insert a spent primer upside down into the plastic fingers to stop the primers from feeding?
can it reload 3.5 shells???
Hey Gavintoobe,I watched your video, and it was well done. I noticed your 366 has a lot of movement front and back as you operate the handle each time. I see you have it mounted on a wood riser of sorts, but I can assure you that you would benefit greatly if your machine was mounted more solidly. When I say more solidly, I mean no visible movement front and back at all. I suspect your bench simply is not solid enough for a progressive machine. It may be fine for single stage work, but progressive machines require really solid foundations. Not only is my bench rock solid, but I also have a half inch thick steel plate that is about 12 by 16 inches mounted to my bench. The reason for the steel plate is to allow me to switch between reloading machines quickly. I simply drilled and tapped the required holes for each of my reloading machines in the steel plate and used the same bolts to mount the machines when I switched from one to another.When you have as much movement in your 366 as is seen in your video, it makes for greater variations in your powder drops. This is also just as important with progressive metallic cartridge reloaders. It is also true with powder measures mounted on the bench. Progressive machines are truly fantastic, but they do require the utmost in being solidly mounted.Best wishes,Dave Wile
Do you like the 366 or mec 9000?
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Donde se puede comprar una máquina de este tipo en España gracias
How big did you drill the hole in the back and what is the size of the pvc pipe. Thanks
I used a hole saw if memory serves. :) I think the pipe was 1.5" or 2" (have moved from that shop :) )
What Ga can you reload with that
Now I need one.
Why did all the big names stop making progressive shotshell loaders?
How much does the press cost?
Check online retailers... I'd try Midsouth Shooters Supply.
What is the most reliable progressive loader for 12 gauge.
What do those reloaders cost as you have it there? Thanks
your videos are the shit, thank you so much!!
I have seen this press for sale for $135.00 can that on re load 12 gauge
can it do 3 inch?
Just a tad faster than my Lee Load All, LOL !
I want purchase
Cool!!!
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That press is semi-progressive in that you have to handle the hulls to much in station one. I am an ATA shooter as well as a past competitor in the pistol. That press I do not consider as a progressive machine, for what it's worth IMO.
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