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Star Reloaders / Re: moon unit indexer

« on: May 14, 2009, 07:32:57 pm »

I understand that, It makes sense that not everything is for speed, etc., but for ease of use. This actually makes more sense than simply doing so to load XX more per hour.

I have not noticed any decline in the quality of my reloads. (missed primers, etc.) Machine is circa 1965, but has been maintained. Cleaned when needed, never forced, not abused. I think that makes a difference in their longevity. Only time I experienced some problems, that I can recall is when I changed something. Differant primers, brass, etc., and all were short term.

Certainly, the main componet is knowing the feel of your particular machine. That alone will lesson the problems.
I wonder how many people learned the hard way. Starting to reload, doing a few hundred in a few hours, only to find a problem after the fact, instead of before.

Kenn

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Star Reloaders / Re: moon unit indexer

« on: May 13, 2009, 01:47:31 pm »

Bruce;;

Educate me.
I understand the "feel" you mention. I too notice a probelm (such as a high primer, or powder buildup) by hand turning, that you would not see with an indexer.
But; would you not notice (or hear) a plate alignment, binding, or scraping problem? I would think they would cause problems in operation with an indexer even if not felt would be seen or heard.
If it were the brass case, damage if any at all should be minimal as brass is a much softer material?

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Star Reloaders / Re: moon unit indexer

« on: May 12, 2009, 11:00:21 am »

Hugh;

What is your rate?
Any special techniques. I have one, never used it. I do not doubt it would speed up, but how much?
Adding in case feeders, and primer turrets, large capacity powder hopper, what do you think is a really achievable number?

Taking my time, sipping coffee, iced tea, etc. I load 300 per hour, including refill of powder, primers, etc.
Having all prepared and ready to go, loading continuously, I can do 500. 

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Survey Says... / Re: Values and prices

« on: May 11, 2009, 04:18:04 pm »

April 2009

04/07  32. caliber Head only. 32acp, S&W, short  Very clean, complete.  $ 430.00
04/08  .45 Universal w.Indexer, and case feeder. Good condition, clean.  $ 661.00

04/08  .45 Universal, w/indexer, Very good/excellent condition. Clean $ 462.76
04/08  .38 Universal, w/indexer, and casefeeder. Very Good/Excellent cond. Clean  $ 443.50

Last two from 04/08 from same seller.

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Survey Says... / Re: Values and prices

« on: May 11, 2009, 04:13:04 pm »

Balance from March 2009

03/20  Universal w/ .38 & .45 on separate heads. Good clean condition  $ 687.77
03/21  .380 head only, complete. Excellent condition.   $ 331.98
03/24  Universal .38 caliber. Fair to Good condition, some surface rust.  $  308.89

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Star Reloaders / Re: moon unit indexer

« on: May 11, 2009, 09:00:09 am »

Indexor    www.bullybarrel.ray-vin.com

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Star Reloaders / Re: Finished Round Counter

« on: April 22, 2009, 10:05:07 pm »

I have a Dillon counter that is not used.  It is case actuated as Swannee mentioned.
I do not use it, as I personally did not see a need for it, but that of course is a personal choice.
 If you can figure out a way to utilize it, I would be open to disposing of it reasonably.

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Star Reloaders / Re: brewster indexer

« on: April 12, 2009, 10:45:09 am »

Have one, but do not use it.
I may have instructions I can copy for you if you do not get any assistance. No pictures though.
Have to look. Let me know.

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Star History / Re: Early in line Star Reloaders Photographs

« on: April 02, 2009, 10:42:36 pm »

Are they still functional?

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Star History / Re: Early Star Loading Machines & (proto types) Photographs

« on: April 02, 2009, 04:56:46 pm »

in the photo of the 41mag. machine, the hroizontal  brass tubes in the base (there are three of them) are the early idea of the "Shell Base Locating Strap" assembly. - - the tubes have springs inside that give tension to the locating strap ( see part # 79U STAR RELOADING TOOL ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS LIST Illustration - Column 1

   
That answers the question.
Thanks.

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Star History / Re: Early Star Loading Machines & (proto types)

« on: April 01, 2009, 10:22:40 pm »

Not sure Ron.
Actuator for what? I can't imagine what purpose it would serve.
Almost looks like it is below or part of the retaining strap.

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Star History / Re: Early in line Star Reloaders

« on: April 01, 2009, 10:46:16 am »

First good picture of an in line I have seen.
Thanks for posting.

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Star History / Re: Early Star Loading Machines & (proto types)

« on: April 01, 2009, 10:44:12 am »

Very interesting.

On the .44 mag. Is the small brass tube protruding from the sizing station for the spent primer to come out the front rather than drop through?

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Star History / Re: Star Price History

« on: March 26, 2009, 10:43:31 am »

Found an original 1984 invoice.  Fits right in line with  rbwillnj's listing above.
Price list is dated 1983.  Shows the price of a reloader [no e-mail]@ $ 925.00  Like the 1988 list, says "new lower prices".
"OO" powder slides were $ 14.00 each at the time.

Interesting to note, was that the price list included a piece of paper noting order and delivery time. The number for months was handwritten in blue ink to say that orders for all items (presses, toolheads, parts, lubrisizers) each was one month, upon receipt of payment.

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Survey Says... / Other prices & Values?

« on: March 18, 2009, 01:07:27 pm »

I started the prices and values as a way of gauging selling and buying by members as an easier way to track trends. It allows for placement of the majority of information in one place on this forum instead of scattered in various posts.
Are the listings for prices and values helpful?
Should I add anything in the comments?
Should I continue?

If so;
Is there any interest in tracking other Star items, or other equipment in general?
I do list toolheads, and have included Berdan and CPM when listings were found.
Most from Ebay, as there is little from Gunbroker or Auction Arms. Anyone know of other possible sites?