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Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Re: Small pistol primer brass 45acp

« Last post by rbwillnj on June 04, 2025, 07:10:28 am »

I know that Federal has made a small primer version of their 45 ACP case.    A few years back I put out a WTB for 2000 pieces once fired Federal brass on the Cast Boolets forum.   I probably ended up with 50 or so pieces with small primer pockets.

It doesn't matter how many times you go through them, there is always one more.

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Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Re: Small pistol primer brass 45acp

« Last post by NYKenn on June 03, 2025, 10:09:42 am »

One thing to look for!

My one piece of SPP .45 was CCI Blaser.

My club collects all the range brass and recycles it for our junior program.
Going through the brass bucket at my club found almost a dozen or so, also CCI Blaser.

No others so far.

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Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Small pistol primer brass 45acp

« Last post by NYKenn on May 31, 2025, 08:14:10 pm »

Finally experienced a small primer brass problem. What a PIA!
Locked the machine right up, needing dis-assembly to get it back up and running.

( I purchased new LP slide because one slightly deformed and needed tweaking)bThank you Bruce!

Not sure how I got the sp case as I only try to re-use my fired brass, but…

Does anyone know which manufactures use small pistol?
I am not sorting/checking visually, which adds very little time but is another step.

Anyone have any suggestions for quick identification or separation?

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Star Reloaders / Re: 3D printing

« Last post by NYKenn on May 31, 2025, 08:06:00 pm »

Maybe a primer follower as well.

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Star Reloaders / 3D printing

« Last post by NYKenn on May 31, 2025, 08:04:18 pm »

Picked up a 3D printer. Mainly because New York is starting background checks and may begin registering users. Typical Socialist crap from our useless Democratic/Socialist state government.

Have found many files online  for Dillon accessories to make, but zero for Star so far.
Anyone have any or know of some?
Would like a powder measure top to sort powder/bullet when puling.
Possibly other items as well.
Anyone have any or know of a source.
Thanks in advance.

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Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Re: Battle of the bulging brass

« Last post by NYKenn on April 08, 2025, 08:53:35 am »

I try not to use Glock fired brass, but get some occasionally. To fix this, I use a Lee .003 undersize sizing die in a separate single stage press. I removed the decapping pin. This die works well and has eliminated the "Glock bulge" issues.
I would expect you could get the Lee die machined to Star threads. Would just need to be careful in setup, that it does not encounter the locator tabs.

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Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Battle of the bulging brass

« Last post by Walking Softly on April 07, 2025, 03:39:19 pm »

I’m looking for some advice,
I’m reloading 9mm on a newer Star, thanks Bruce! And 45 Auto on a Phelps. My range pickup brass in both calibers sometimes has a ‘Glock bulge’ at the base. The brass runs through my presses without any trouble but hangs up in tight chambers.

I’m looking for a on-press solution to eliminate the bulge.
  I’ve already readjusted my sizing die down to contact the shell plate.
  Can I have the sizing die ground down?
  Does anyone use an undersize die, that can be threaded onto a star?
  Does anyone use a Factory crimp die on their Star?

What do you experienced loaders recommend?

Thank you!

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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Multiple Star Reloaders READ LISTING! . 2500.00 obo free 10k primers

« Last post by MuleMan2 on April 01, 2025, 09:54:18 pm »

Hello All,, New here,, just joined so i can offer a few Star Reloaders i have for sale.. And a few others,,, Send me a Text and i hope i can answer any questions you may have,,,, There is a 38, 41, 44 and 45  and also 4 extra Tool heads,,,, Charge bars ,, You can see from the pictures what there is,, They all function well but are just a little dirty from sitting.. I also have extra dies for them,,, I would like to sell them all in one lot.. A good deal can be had..... I will throw in the other RCBS progressive loader also,,,    I also am throwing in 10k pistol primers for free. only when all the loaders are purchased. I added some pictures so take a look.
I am located in Central California,,,, So you can come and pick them up or i will ship,, You paying the shipping and Boxing cost.

I am taking offers for the Lot,,,, But i am not giving it away,, so take that into consideration when making offers.

I can be reached at  (661) nine seven two 6 0 six zero.
 I will return text in the afternoon after work.   Thanks

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Star Reloaders / Re: Star 223 Rem rifle press

« Last post by AB12RYB on March 13, 2025, 09:11:05 am »

If I was not dealing with a few restorations of a different sort, I would buy this machine in a heartbeat.  Then, make arrangements with Bruce/rbwillnj for the missing parts and/or work the machine may need.  The powder measure can handle a variety of powder charges, so I would also ask about a 3006 family shell plate and components.  This post is purely hypothetical speculation.  I hope the person who buys this machine uses it and provides pictures to further the understanding of these classic machines.

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Star Reloaders / Re: Star 223 Rem rifle press

« Last post by AB12RYB on March 12, 2025, 09:44:14 am »

I have no experience with these machines, so a few questions:  Can anyone provide pictures of a 223 shell plate holding a 223 case during full length sizing using their Star 223 rifle press?  What is the 223 shell plate part number and availability?  Thank you all for the great info.