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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: WTS-Star Primer Magazine Tube
« on: November 04, 2023, 01:21:00 pm »
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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: WTB: Adjustable powder bar
« on: April 19, 2023, 09:52:34 am »
Two types could be considered adjustable to change drops.
One with various size bushings, one with a screw adjustment.
I have both. Generally, use the screw adjustable to find the charge I want that works, and then use a fixed sized bushing to insure repetitive consistency.
1st try would be Bruce WIlliams RBWillNJ on this site as he owns and runs the Star Machine site.
2nd try would be Rich Daniels BarrelTester on this sit. He manufacturer.
One with various size bushings, one with a screw adjustment.
I have both. Generally, use the screw adjustable to find the charge I want that works, and then use a fixed sized bushing to insure repetitive consistency.
1st try would be Bruce WIlliams RBWillNJ on this site as he owns and runs the Star Machine site.
2nd try would be Rich Daniels BarrelTester on this sit. He manufacturer.
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Star Reloaders / Re: Dillon 223 conversion of a Star
« on: April 11, 2023, 07:35:16 pm »
I saw that also and had no idea.
Then ran into a much older shorter that said it was similar to a round counter he had observed.
Then ran into a much older shorter that said it was similar to a round counter he had observed.
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Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Re: Powder Check
« on: February 01, 2023, 10:10:03 am »
I have never had an issue about whether powder is dropping, just whether the amount of the drop is correct.
The design and function of how the Star powder drop works, practically eliminates that concern, as long as you maintain powder in the tube.
When I first start, I cycle and weigh at least 5 drops, then check 5th and 10th charge for accuracy and consistency. After that every 50.
In my opinion, I have sufficient ambient light from overhead, and feel I do not require a dedicated press light.
I do however, verify powder is present in my Dillon 550.
Hope this helps.
The design and function of how the Star powder drop works, practically eliminates that concern, as long as you maintain powder in the tube.
When I first start, I cycle and weigh at least 5 drops, then check 5th and 10th charge for accuracy and consistency. After that every 50.
In my opinion, I have sufficient ambient light from overhead, and feel I do not require a dedicated press light.
I do however, verify powder is present in my Dillon 550.
Hope this helps.
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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: WTB: Maurilew Powder drain
« on: January 16, 2023, 09:41:52 am »
Just an FYI
He was last on this StarReloaders forum in May of 2021.
Not a good sign. Hope all is well.
He was last on this StarReloaders forum in May of 2021.
Not a good sign. Hope all is well.
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Star Reloaders / Re: 223 conversion parts
« on: January 05, 2023, 10:01:13 am »
Know only about a 100 made. (Speculated)Wonder where they are now. Owners knew what they had. I expect as owners passed, others with no knowledge just “got rid of them”. How unfortunate for those that carry-on with Star.
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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: Shipping star presses
« on: April 25, 2022, 08:41:43 am »
Great to read the other comments.
The buckets will be a great way to move them with a good level of protection! I already use buckets for brass.
I occasionally have to take a Star out to do a Reloading Class. Will also be needing to move them in a few years when I relocate.
The buckets will be a great way to move them with a greater level of protection than just a box.
The buckets will be a great way to move them with a good level of protection! I already use buckets for brass.
I occasionally have to take a Star out to do a Reloading Class. Will also be needing to move them in a few years when I relocate.
The buckets will be a great way to move them with a greater level of protection than just a box.
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Star History / Re: Progressive NO. 54
« on: April 16, 2022, 02:21:37 pm »
Nice find.
Looks ready to load.
In better shape than some more recent machines that I have encountered.
Kenn
Looks ready to load.
In better shape than some more recent machines that I have encountered.
Kenn
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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: Shipping star presses
« on: March 16, 2022, 08:52:41 am »
Thanks for the heads up on using the peanuts Bruce. Never had a problem, but always pays to be cautious. I used air bags for a while. Great for cushioning, but not happy with filling the voids.
Might be a mute point now as Styrofoam peanuts are illegal in NY. Not sure if they were classified as assault peanuts or ghost peanuts!
Kenn
Might be a mute point now as Styrofoam peanuts are illegal in NY. Not sure if they were classified as assault peanuts or ghost peanuts!
Kenn
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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: Shipping star presses
« on: March 15, 2022, 12:54:00 pm »
I went the UPS route. Not sure what I paid, but was reasonable for the weight and size. I know it was under $ 45.00 with insurance. Should be able to price out on their website. Mine went from New York to Texas.
I did the following to limit size, etc.
I obtained a shipping box from the UPS store that was slightly bigger than the Star base, but box was about 4 feet tall.
I cut a piece of 1/2 inch plywood to just fit in the bottom of the box, and attached the reloader to it. Wrapped the powder tube and handle as well as accessories in bubble warp and packed around the reloader with padding and peanuts.
Cut the box height to just fit the reloader height and sealed it well.
Bruce Williams (RBWillNJ) may have a better idea of recent shipping costs.
Good luck.
I did the following to limit size, etc.
I obtained a shipping box from the UPS store that was slightly bigger than the Star base, but box was about 4 feet tall.
I cut a piece of 1/2 inch plywood to just fit in the bottom of the box, and attached the reloader to it. Wrapped the powder tube and handle as well as accessories in bubble warp and packed around the reloader with padding and peanuts.
Cut the box height to just fit the reloader height and sealed it well.
Bruce Williams (RBWillNJ) may have a better idea of recent shipping costs.
Good luck.
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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: WTB 9mm conversion for 38/357 head
« on: March 04, 2022, 09:13:38 pm »
Dave
Have you found it necessary to lube? Any particulars?
I have a 9mm set up with Carbide dies, and do not lube the case. So far have had no problems.
Using a coated S&S bullet. Needed to adjust for the coating to seat correctly, but have not lubed.
Always open to ideas and suggestions!
Kenn
Have you found it necessary to lube? Any particulars?
I have a 9mm set up with Carbide dies, and do not lube the case. So far have had no problems.
Using a coated S&S bullet. Needed to adjust for the coating to seat correctly, but have not lubed.
Always open to ideas and suggestions!
Kenn
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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: WTB 9mm conversion for 38/357 head
« on: March 04, 2022, 09:07:46 pm »
Bruce Willims may have what you need. RBWillNJ on the site.
He is a great resource for everything Star.
He is a great resource for everything Star.
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Star History / Re: Paul "fitz" Jones
« on: February 27, 2022, 07:41:16 pm »
Bruce
Very Interesting letter! Does shed some light on the issue.
It does make me wonder what other great historical times you [no e-mail]@ locked away in your files.
Regards
Kenn.
Very Interesting letter! Does shed some light on the issue.
It does make me wonder what other great historical times you [no e-mail]@ locked away in your files.
Regards
Kenn.
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Star History / Re: Paul "fitz" Jones
« on: February 18, 2022, 10:21:13 am »
Cannot shed much light on Paul's claims, but possibly will depend on what one considers a "salesman".
Reason I say this, is that Gil Hebard of Gil Hebard Guns fame, at one time, inventoried, sold and marketed Star reloaders and Lubrisizers in his catalogs.
Reason I say this, is that Gil Hebard of Gil Hebard Guns fame, at one time, inventoried, sold and marketed Star reloaders and Lubrisizers in his catalogs.
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Star Reloaders / Re: Lifetyme Two-Stage Carbide .38 Spl Sizing Die
« on: February 01, 2022, 08:59:12 am »
I was never aware of this.
I had a second .38 head, included with a .38 machine that dated from the 50s. Both were set up for loading the exact same load. Never looked at the dies. Could not fathom why someone would have two exact same head set-ups. Until now! The second had the same 2S die! Now I know why!
Thanks Dave.
Ragards.
I had a second .38 head, included with a .38 machine that dated from the 50s. Both were set up for loading the exact same load. Never looked at the dies. Could not fathom why someone would have two exact same head set-ups. Until now! The second had the same 2S die! Now I know why!
Thanks Dave.
Ragards.