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Survey Says... / Re: Values and prices

« on: March 18, 2009, 12:58:33 pm »

Some Stars from March 2009 on Ebay so far

03/01 Universal .38 & .45, two tool heads, adj powder bar, Near mint condition. Very clean  $ 960.99
03/01 Universal .45 Clean, as is listing, with no extras $ 426.00
03/07 Universal /38 & .45 Some wear, slight rust patina, no extras $ 444.00
03/08 Tool head only, no dies, powder housing, only pins and spout $ 96.00
03/08 Universal .38, Clean but no extras. $ 425.00

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Survey Says... / Re: Values and prices

« on: March 18, 2009, 12:52:54 pm »

7 from February 2009

02/13  Progressive 38 only. No extras , Good used condition  $ 350.00
02/13  Universal .38, w/case Hulme casefeeder, and Brewster Indexor. Clean, Good condition $ 425.00
02/15  Universal 9mm, Very good condition, very clean. $ 412.00 not sold as reserve of $ 599.00 not met.
02/15  Berdan .45 w/Chevron electric case feeder. $ 480.00
02/15  Universal .45 w/Chevron electric casefeeder,
02/22  Universal .38 & .45 separate tool heads, extra powder bars, Very clean. $ 735.27
02/28  Universal .38, .45, .9mm Three tool heads, extra parts. Very clean and nice $ 916.00

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Star History / Re: Method of payment

« on: March 09, 2009, 01:42:20 pm »

I can remember two separate occurrences.
1. My father bought some parts in the late 60s, or early 70s. Either for the Reloader or Lubri-sizer. Parts sent with an invoice for payment, but not positive if the parts were directly from Star or through Gil Hebard at the time? I know Hebard was a reseller of Star.
2. I purchased a new Star (direct) for a friend in the early 80s, who was getting into Bullseye. Everyone advised him Star was the way to go, so I ordered one for him at his request with some extras. I was sent a price quote, and a note that the order would be processed as soon as payment received.

I should still have the early 80s order paperwork in my files. Will take a look and post any pertinent info if there is any.

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Survey Says... / Re: Bill Cunningham and Star parts

« on: February 28, 2009, 10:08:00 am »

Received additional parts in a timely manner.
Ordered early January, (7th) received yesterday 02/27.

Bill did E-mail me that he was waiting for check to clear since I made it to him not Star Machines. My mistake.
 
I know Bill has time constraints and other obligations that cause some delay,  but has always followed through with parts orders.
Still a good source.

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Star Reloaders / Re: Parts

« on: February 22, 2009, 08:26:08 pm »

Have not seen much on Ebay from him lately.
If you are on a time line you may want to  contact him directly through e-mail or phone.

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Star Reloaders / Re: Parts

« on: February 21, 2009, 09:04:51 pm »

I believe I paid $ 99.00 including shipping.
He has had them on ebay occasionally at a little less w/buy it now, and various shipping options/incentives.
I bought it when I was able to acquire a 9mm setup, and have ability to load differing combinations of heads and powder loads.

Sorry but I do not have a picture.
Overall sized and similar to a standard slide. Center elongated with a sliding adjustment that is moved by a threaded stem that protrudes. Very tight, and holds setting, although I confirm regularly for safety.
Comes with a conversion chart to help get stared quickly.

Hoag also made on in the past. Very similar in nature.
Rich is one of the few persons I am aware of still making items for the Star.
I do not know Rich personally, but am happy with dealing with him so far.

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Star History / Re: 1985 Handloader Article about Star

« on: February 21, 2009, 03:50:45 pm »

Was hoping a picture of the straight line as included, but none the less a very interesting article.

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Star History / Re: CPM on Ebay

« on: February 12, 2009, 03:28:54 pm »

Sold at $ 860.00 with 18 bids.

Was actually $ 810.00  My typo mistake.

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Survey Says... / Re: Values and prices

« on: February 06, 2009, 10:10:02 pm »

A few more.

02/02/09  45 progressive. Very clean and well maintained. Almost mint   $ 625.00
02/04/09  CPM press (Star copy) w/three calibers Very clean also   $ 810.00  (posted 860 elsewhere in error.)
02/06/09  Very early Star progressive in .38. Well used, evidence of rust, metal discolored. May even not have been a star.
              See comments under "Star or Not"  Reserve not met. Did not sell. Top bid $ 256.75

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Survey Says... / Re: Values and prices

« on: February 06, 2009, 10:05:49 pm »

Yes Ron, does make you wonder. Most I guess is just timing.

I took a closed look, and I did notice on the 9mm for $ 409.00 that it was a progressive only. No locater straps. I was not aware Star made a progressive in anything but 32 or 38. Maybe, or it was a parts press that was adapted?

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Star History / Re: Star or Not??

« on: February 06, 2009, 09:22:11 pm »

Looking closer you can tell the powder bar actuating arm is screwed/bolted/riveted to the base.
The link arm body is square.
The powder housing looks like brass?

Maybe if not a star, maybe a Phelps?

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Star History / Re: CPM on Ebay

« on: February 05, 2009, 09:55:41 pm »

Sold at $ 860.00 with 18 bids.

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Star History / Re: Star or Not??

« on: February 04, 2009, 05:13:41 pm »

I would concur that it is a Star, but very early in the development. My opinion anyway.
Powder slide assembly, safety cam, etc., all star like.
Would only wonder if all the parts are truly compatible with later versions.

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Star History / Re: CPM on Ebay

« on: February 04, 2009, 05:09:39 pm »

Bid up to $ 560.00, with 4 hours left on auction.
Clean press with extras to load multiple calibers.

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Star History / Re: CPM on Ebay

« on: January 31, 2009, 10:56:39 am »

Judging by the pictures, it looks to be in good clean condition, and most likely functional. May be a cost effective way for someone looking to load the three calibers with standard thread dies that currently uses a single stage.