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Star Reloaders / Re: Adjusting Locator Straps
« on: November 03, 2016, 09:06:42 am »
Thanks for the clarification.
I meant to say Universal, not Pregressive.

I can understand the limitations of the Progressive. The one I have expierience with just fits the .38 shell plate with only minimal clearance. The Universal clearly has significantly more clearance, (visually) although I have not measured. Nor have I ever tried changing shell plates on the Progressive, but always believed they would not fit as mentioned within the many forum discussions.




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Star Reloaders / Re: Adjusting Locator Straps
« on: November 02, 2016, 04:36:38 pm »
Bruce

I took a look at my different caliber shell plates. All work and fit in either of the Progressives without issues.
When measuring the diameter (outside rim), found the difference to be less than 100th of an inch between the outer rim of the shell plates. Height varies only slightly.
The diameter of the cutouts where the shell case sits is a different story, which accounts pretty accurately for the varying dimensions of the calibers. 
Is that the diameter area being referred to or am I missing something here.

Are there specific Star measurements for shell plate dimensions?
 

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Star Reloaders / Re: Adjusting Locator Straps
« on: November 01, 2016, 05:51:12 pm »
Which raises the question about how often do the straps really need adjusting?

I have changed calibers and did not find any interference with the shell plates, nor issues with the alignment of the shell case with the die.

I know the necessity of keeping their height correctly adjusted to eliminate contact and possible breakage when contacting the head at it's lowest point.
Beyond that????

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Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Re: Bullet Pushback 45 ACP
« on: October 02, 2016, 05:27:53 pm »
First post started with "Switched to 185gr Hornady"  So start with the obvious, even though loads were okay on another set of Saeco dies, there could haven been variation in dies between the manufacturer?

Would not expect it, but were the 185gr heads measured?
Maybe this batch was undersized. Jacket compressed, or?
It is possible a glitch at Hornady during manufacture impacted some heads that quality control did not catch.


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Star Reloaders / Re: Decapping Pin Assembly
« on: September 24, 2016, 06:46:30 pm »
Good suggestion for the next generation Bruce!

I know for a fact, I have not broken a de-capping pin in the last 15 years.

When or if I had one before that I cannot recall. 

Kenn

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Star Reloaders / Re: Need to Pull Bullets from 300 rounds
« on: August 12, 2016, 10:50:21 pm »
Bruce is spot on as usual.

I have pointed out the same to a couple of people who were expecting to see a pyramid bar or triangular shaped baffle.


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Star Reloaders / Re: Need to Pull Bullets from 300 rounds
« on: August 11, 2016, 10:18:03 am »
I second Bruce's use in a cool dry basement. Controlled humidity does make a difference.

Unlike Dave, though I do not drain the powder each and other very time. Depends on how often I reload and powder changes over. I do however always weight the first few to isure consistency. Also weigh at least one after every 50 just in case.
Never had to pull due to powder yet.

Kenn

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Survey Says... / Re: Camp Perry
« on: August 08, 2016, 10:08:13 am »
Virtually no rain this year. Only one night, but range was dry.
Attendance was up.

There was no evidence of Stars anywhere that I could find. Not sure of swapmeet as I did not go, but was told none there.

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Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Re: Roll sizing brass
« on: July 06, 2016, 04:24:59 pm »

There are numerous changes that occur to brass when fired. The application of instant heat and pressure that creates near instant expansion in the chamber, and then a quick reduction that results in the brass contracting. Taking into account microscopic variances and inconsistencies in the chamber, powder burn rate including air spaces in the powder, and the shape of the powder in the casing, (on the bottom portion of the case when inserted in the chamber), bullet seating, etc., the brass changes each and every time it is fired. This weakens the brass, and as you note contributes to what you describe as "developing a skinny waist", and eventually cracking and deformity that renders it no longer useful.

Nothing, including roll sizing will make multiple fired brass equal to that of once fired. It should however provide a little better level of uniformity and consistency between each piece of brass and thus load to load.
If you do go that direction, in addition to paying attention to separating by head-stamp, I would record number of times fired, etc. and see how it compares to actually firing once fired. 

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Star History / Re: Star Inline or Straight-line Reloader
« on: July 01, 2016, 09:51:04 pm »
Thanks for posting Bruce.

First view of this type. Only a dozen or so would explain why most of us have never seen it.
Were the RCBS shell holders original to its use or added later?
Any idea on the year for the one in the photos?

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Star History / Re: Star Inline or Straight-line Reloader
« on: June 29, 2016, 08:46:04 pm »
Welcome Chris.

I am sure you will have some comments or observations that you can contribute. So much is known of the reloaded but so little of the company and the man(men) behind it.


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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: star tool mounting boxes
« on: June 05, 2016, 04:46:07 pm »
There have been a few mounting set-ups (bases) on Ebay recently. Maybe from the same person.
Good luck.

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Star Reloaders / Re: "Bushing" Inserts at Sizing & Seating Stations
« on: May 19, 2016, 06:28:09 pm »
I have used minor mounts of J&B weld to fill in imperfections (pitting, etc.) in automotive applications in the engine compartment before detail painting. I see no reason it should not work to fill in the imperfections visible on the base. 
Good luck. 

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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: 2 STAR RELOADERS FOR SALE
« on: May 03, 2016, 09:54:28 pm »
There is a topic on this forum detailing prices and sales. Although I have not added to it recently, the prices have for the most part remained fairly consistent. You can also look on this site for presses bought and sold, as well as take a look at sold prices from Ebay for a ballpark.  You should keep in mind that 38 was the most common caliber manufactured by Star with the 45 a close second. From the pictures, the .38 is a Progressive model. The .45 is a Universal, thus allowing for caliber changes with other heads and accessories. They do appear to have some minor rust patina, but if fully functional with all parts, the appearance can easily be cleaned up and the presses put to use.
Would be helpful to determine what dies are installed and what powder measure bar. That would give a good indication of what they most likely were used to load.

The Star is a fine press, with few of todays even comparable to it. It does however have some limitations depending on what you load. ie: cost of acquiring other calibers, cannot load rifle, etc.

Take a look at the www.StarMachineWorks.com also. It is run by Bruce Williams, who is   RBWILLNJ on this site. 
Good luck.   

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Star Reloaders / Re: Just bought a Star have some questions
« on: April 09, 2016, 01:09:09 am »
Yes you move the shell plate by hand after each pull of the handle.
The item on the left is the safety cam. Many remove this part as unnecessary. It blocks operation until the loaded round is removed.
 
Bruce is on this site as RBWILLNJ

Dave is on this site as FC60

You also have Rich Daniels who makes parts also, on this site as BARRELTESTER

All three are very good reputable resources for quality parts and/or accessories.

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