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Star Reloaders / Re: Cartridge kicker
« on: March 28, 2013, 06:36:21 am »
Can you summarize what you had to modify to implement this? A video would be great if you could post that.

John

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Star Reloaders / Re: Advice for the n00b
« on: March 23, 2013, 07:56:09 pm »
Here's the new/old Stars.

First is a beautifully refurbished Universal in 45 ACP (Thank you Bruce). The Progressive is a Craigslist find (CHPD? Wonder what police dept that was/is?). It's in nice shape, and doesn't seem to have much wear, though it's getting a good cleaning.  

There's also a picture of a threaded "what's it" that came with the Progressive. Any ideas?

I'm really glad to own these!
John

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Star Reloaders / Re: Advice for the n00b
« on: March 17, 2013, 09:34:43 am »
I took everyones input and did ....both.

I bought a restored Universal from Bruce. It arrived yesterday and is spectacular....far better than I expected, and I suspect, cheaper than finding the parts and pieces to assemble one. I'm truly grateful to own this machine.

Secondly, I bought a Progressive off of Craigslist. It seems in very good condition, and since I own 4 S&W Model 10's and a Model 36, I'll get a lot of use out of it. It was packed very carefully and arrived with no damage whatsoever.

I'll post pics if anyone is interested. Thanks for your advice! I'll own these machines forever.

John

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Star Reloaders / Was there ever a date code, or...
« on: March 06, 2013, 08:12:46 pm »
Did Star ever date code, or serialize their equipment? I guess my real question is there a way to determine when the reloaders were built?

Thanks
John

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Star Lubricator & Resizers / Re: Index of sizer die P/N?
« on: February 25, 2013, 07:14:55 am »
Thank you, that's good to know!  I've seen pix of them electro penciled ... if they were frequently semi-custom made, that makes sense.

I have a lot to learn about these machines

John


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Star Lubricator & Resizers / Index of sizer die P/N?
« on: February 24, 2013, 05:06:35 pm »
Is there a list of Star catalog numbers for the various die(s) for the lubi-sizer?

Thanks
John

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Star Reloaders / Re: Need an adjustable powder slide
« on: February 13, 2013, 08:18:40 pm »
I see those on Ebay and they look nice.

Can you interpret the sizing for me? I don't understand what "0" and "00" etc stand for in regards volume

Thanks
John

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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: (WTB) STAR STRAIGHTLINE PARTS
« on: February 11, 2013, 06:40:36 am »
It would be great to see this item if you have a few moments. I could post the photos for you .

Best
John

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Stars Want to Sell/Want to Buy / Re: Star Progressive
« on: January 29, 2013, 08:34:59 pm »
Contacted the person AND it's sold...  :-\

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Star Reloaders / Re: Advice for the n00b
« on: January 27, 2013, 04:30:39 pm »
Thanks very much for the input.. I think I'll look for a Universal first. I suspect half the "fun" is the hunt for the parts and pieces. They sure look like nice machines, and I'd really enjoy putting one back to top shape making ammunition again!

John


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Star Reloaders / Advice for the n00b
« on: January 26, 2013, 09:34:34 pm »
Hello All,
Thanks for letting me be part of the forum. I've been looking at Star equipment as it comes and goes on ebay and finally signed up here to learn more about them.  I like to shoot 38 Special, 9mm and 45 ACP which seems a good match to Star reloaders.

Can you please advise me what to look for (and look out for) when purchasing a first Star? Which model should I select? Any other advice that would help me avoid making mistakes on my first purchase would be greatly appreciated.

Best
John ???

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