241
Star Reloaders / Re: Comparison of Genuine Star Dies with Wilson Replica Dies
« on: January 18, 2011, 08:20:37 pm »
Very nice work!
The Star dies even look new!
The Star dies even look new!
News:
Contact is for website or forum technical issues. If you want to communicate with forum members about the contents of their posts or items they are offering for sale, you need to sign up as a member and post a reply in the topic or send them a personal message.
Show Posts
This section allows you to view all posts made by this member. Note that you can only see posts made in areas you currently have access to.
242
Star Reloaders / Re: Rifle machine, recent find
« on: January 15, 2011, 10:51:32 am »
Very interesting and nice pictures.
Looks like a great project.
I particularly like the idea of a whole block insert for powder, rather than the round inserts on most other adjustable bars. The rounds ones work well, but I think the block inserts give a little bit more area in which to alter for changes, etc.
Looks like a great project.
I particularly like the idea of a whole block insert for powder, rather than the round inserts on most other adjustable bars. The rounds ones work well, but I think the block inserts give a little bit more area in which to alter for changes, etc.
243
Star Reloaders / Re: What are the down sides
« on: January 06, 2011, 09:36:14 pm »
I would have dies turned to star thread, rather than the toolhead to 7/8 x 14.
.
.
244
Star Reloaders / Re: Relief cut on Expander Plugs
« on: January 05, 2011, 09:11:01 pm »
Brad;
MikeA may have the answer, it seems reasonable.
Maybe you cannot tell, but do the cuts look like they may be original or an after thought by a previous owner?
Kenn
MikeA may have the answer, it seems reasonable.
Maybe you cannot tell, but do the cuts look like they may be original or an after thought by a previous owner?
Kenn
245
Survey Says... / 2011 Values and Prices
« on: January 04, 2011, 07:07:09 pm »
I plan on continuing same for 2011 as in the past from listings on Ebay, Auction Arms, Gunbroker, other sources, etc.
I apologize in advance in that I may miss a few.
Note that the information is subjective. It is based on my impression from listing description and photos that may be provided.
I received one critical e-mail from a seller who reads this forum, stating that I did not represent his machine accurately, and should refrain from making comments about something I did not have opportunity to see in person.
I politely replied that what is written is subjective, and is only my opinion. I also noted the comments are listed well after the auctions close, so the results are not impacted by what I may write. I also avoid lilting seller names so as not to offend anyone.
If anyone has any comments or thoughts on what I should do to make this information more useful, please let me know. I may or may not do it, but will take any suggestions and consider them.
Happy New Year!
I apologize in advance in that I may miss a few.
Note that the information is subjective. It is based on my impression from listing description and photos that may be provided.
I received one critical e-mail from a seller who reads this forum, stating that I did not represent his machine accurately, and should refrain from making comments about something I did not have opportunity to see in person.
I politely replied that what is written is subjective, and is only my opinion. I also noted the comments are listed well after the auctions close, so the results are not impacted by what I may write. I also avoid lilting seller names so as not to offend anyone.
If anyone has any comments or thoughts on what I should do to make this information more useful, please let me know. I may or may not do it, but will take any suggestions and consider them.
Happy New Year!
246
Survey Says... / Re: Values and Prices 2010
« on: January 04, 2011, 06:57:12 pm »
December 2010
12/03 Universal in .45, Grey patina, no remaining paint. Functional. $ 310.00
12/03 Progressive .38., Good condition, sharp paint, some darkening patina. No rust. $ 266.00
12/21 Phelps in .45acp., w/casefeeder & indexor. Very clean, no rust. $ $ 405.00 (Not sold. Reserve not met)
12/23 Universal in .45. W/casefeeder. Very clean, looked almost like new. $ 615.00
12/23 Head only. .38 w/shellplate. Same condition as above item, from same seller as above item. $ 345.00
12/26 Universal .45., Good condition with light darkening patina. No rust, faded paint. $ 455.00
12/27 Universal .45 Looked almost like new. W/casefeeder, extra powder slides, (1 adjustable w/bushings). $ 711.00
extra primer bar, some other small extras.
12/03 Universal in .45, Grey patina, no remaining paint. Functional. $ 310.00
12/03 Progressive .38., Good condition, sharp paint, some darkening patina. No rust. $ 266.00
12/21 Phelps in .45acp., w/casefeeder & indexor. Very clean, no rust. $ $ 405.00 (Not sold. Reserve not met)
12/23 Universal in .45. W/casefeeder. Very clean, looked almost like new. $ 615.00
12/23 Head only. .38 w/shellplate. Same condition as above item, from same seller as above item. $ 345.00
12/26 Universal .45., Good condition with light darkening patina. No rust, faded paint. $ 455.00
12/27 Universal .45 Looked almost like new. W/casefeeder, extra powder slides, (1 adjustable w/bushings). $ 711.00
extra primer bar, some other small extras.
247
Survey Says... / Re: Values and Prices 2010
« on: January 04, 2011, 06:49:48 pm »
November 2010
11/07 Universal w/two heads .38 and .45 Clean, very good condition with no rust. $ 542.00
11/14 Head only. .44 magnum w/shell plate. Very, very clean. Looked new $ 500.00
11/17 .38 only Progressive. Complete. Very good, clean condition. $ 226.41
11/18 Universal in .45 W/casefeeder. Good condition with light rust patina $ 510.00
11/21 Head only. .45acp. Listed as new condition, still in paper. $ 500.00
11/07 Universal w/two heads .38 and .45 Clean, very good condition with no rust. $ 542.00
11/14 Head only. .44 magnum w/shell plate. Very, very clean. Looked new $ 500.00
11/17 .38 only Progressive. Complete. Very good, clean condition. $ 226.41
11/18 Universal in .45 W/casefeeder. Good condition with light rust patina $ 510.00
11/21 Head only. .45acp. Listed as new condition, still in paper. $ 500.00
248
Star Reloaders / Re: Rifle machine, recent find
« on: December 18, 2010, 11:26:02 am »
Nice pictures Bruce.
Can certainly see how much beefier the rifle machines were. Also nice to see the subtle differences,(relief cuts) as well as the obvious like the powder system.
Can certainly see how much beefier the rifle machines were. Also nice to see the subtle differences,(relief cuts) as well as the obvious like the powder system.
249
Star Reloaders / Re: Press ID
« on: December 18, 2010, 11:19:41 am »
Most likely the case feeder tubes were a clear plastic type material.
There are some sources for replacement options that can be found in posts on this forum.
There are some sources for replacement options that can be found in posts on this forum.
250
Star Reloaders / Re: Press ID
« on: December 17, 2010, 07:43:51 pm »
Yes the head can be tapped, but I would suggest you do the dies instead. 7/14 can be cut to the star thread with a little machining. There are a few participants on this forum than can do for you.
Try FC60.
Shellplates can be had from Rich Daniels. Barreltester on this forum.
Good luck.
Try FC60.
Shellplates can be had from Rich Daniels. Barreltester on this forum.
Good luck.
251
Star Reloaders / Re: Rifle machine, recent find
« on: December 17, 2010, 07:41:14 pm »
Sounds like the real original.
I also would like to see pictures. Please post!.
I also would like to see pictures. Please post!.
252
Star Reloaders / Re: Press ID
« on: December 16, 2010, 09:30:15 pm »
It is a universal as it has the shell retaining straps. Looks like all parts are present. Ask if the case feeder tubes are present and if there are primer pickup tubes. If not there are after market sources for those items. There is rust.
I would grade in fair to good, but needing a good cleaning.
Important to know if it works and functions, as well as what caliber it is.
Look at some of the prices/sales info under my posts in values and prices on this forum.
NyKenn
I would grade in fair to good, but needing a good cleaning.
Important to know if it works and functions, as well as what caliber it is.
Look at some of the prices/sales info under my posts in values and prices on this forum.
NyKenn
253
Loading Data & Reloading Procedures / Re: Static charge?
« on: December 09, 2010, 10:50:17 am »
I do not have my machines grounded. Given the fact the powder is encased in the powder tube, and no direct electrial contact I see no need for this, nor do I use any electrical accessories on my machine. If you use electrical powered accessories, similar to the Dillon case collater, etc., these should already be grounded through a three prong plug.
I do use a radio in the area, as well as have other electric items in proximity, but not attached to the machine. Given the fact the powder is encased in the powder tube, does not emit explosive vapors like fluids, etc., and there is no direct electrial contact, I see no need for this.
I do use a radio in the area, as well as have other electric items in proximity, but not attached to the machine. Given the fact the powder is encased in the powder tube, does not emit explosive vapors like fluids, etc., and there is no direct electrial contact, I see no need for this.
254
Star Reloaders / Re: need for powder drain ????
« on: November 19, 2010, 09:49:20 pm »
Maurilew
You make some very good points.
I agree that some of the benefit will aid in safety when the operator may not.
I definitely agree with the possible wear and damage to the constant removal of the powder screws.
I have always removed the head, emptied the powder tube and then worked the slide a few times for the remainder. It does take a little effort, but it works, and does not require removal of the assembly. A benefit of having each Head with a powder tube, etc.
I may have to consider a shutoff or two in the future. I added another head and do not have a powder tube, which will require switching between the heads. Will keep you in mind.
Kenn
You make some very good points.
I agree that some of the benefit will aid in safety when the operator may not.
I definitely agree with the possible wear and damage to the constant removal of the powder screws.
I have always removed the head, emptied the powder tube and then worked the slide a few times for the remainder. It does take a little effort, but it works, and does not require removal of the assembly. A benefit of having each Head with a powder tube, etc.
I may have to consider a shutoff or two in the future. I added another head and do not have a powder tube, which will require switching between the heads. Will keep you in mind.
Kenn
255
Survey Says... / Re: Values and Prices 2010
« on: November 11, 2010, 12:58:19 pm »
OTHER
10/05 Parts only. Included powder measures, primer punches and slides, powder tube bases, springs,
Powder slide tops, rocker arm, other misc. $ 450.50
DATE unknown Head only listed as new. Withour extras. NOT SOLD [no e-mail]@ $ 995.00
10/05 Parts only. Included powder measures, primer punches and slides, powder tube bases, springs,
Powder slide tops, rocker arm, other misc. $ 450.50
DATE unknown Head only listed as new. Withour extras. NOT SOLD [no e-mail]@ $ 995.00