Reloading when space is an issue

[radarbeam]

Hey folks,

I'd like to get into reloading but I have one major issue, I don't have a dedicated space for this. I live in a 2 bedroom apartment and from what I've seen most reloading kits are pretty bulky.

Is there any small kit that I could store away under the bed when done? Not something I would need permanently attached to a workbench.

I have no experience in reloading, so the simpler the better.

I don't know if it helps but I'll be looking at reloading 223 and/or 308.

Thanks,
Radar

 

[tiriaq]

Use a Black and Decker Workmate (which folds for storage) as a base. Mount your press to a block that can be clamped to the workmate. Everything goes in a box when not in use, and could slide under a bed with the Workmate. This would work, there are no doubt other systems that would be even better.

 

[David K]

.... Mount your Reloading Gear onto a solid plank, and then "C-Clamp" it to the kitchen table is another option. .... really, the Work-mate bench is probably the easiest and most practical way to go, short of using an old table/bench/bedside table etc. .... David K.

 

[radarbeam]

Thanks for your ideas! Definitely something i need to check out!

 

[Hotwheels81]

i bolted my LEE Challenger to the corner of my computer desk.... that way i can youtube and resize at the same time

 

[roberti11]

Reloading in close quarters

You could also try this...

 

[shootist22-250]

roberti11...very ingenious, congratulations

cheers

 

[sawdust]

the nice thing about using a Black and Decker Workmate is that after you use it as a loading bench. you can bring it out to your local gravel pit, clamp on a nother piece of plywood cut out like a shooting table, sit on the 5gallon pail you brought all your reloads in. and you'll have the best shooting table around. cheap, fast, and won't take up much room

 

[Craig67]

I use a 2 drawer file cabinet ......... I live in a 2 bedroom appartment too.

 

[asphalt599]

You could buy a LEE hand press kits $65-$90 at Wholesale sports for one caliber. Comes with a priming tool, dies and some other accesories too. Not the greatest setup but your not going to beat it for space.

 

[John Y Cannuck]

You could buy a LEE hand press kits $65-$90 at Wholesale sports for one caliber. Comes with a priming tool, dies and some other accesories too. Not the greatest setup but your not going to beat it for space.

The Lee hand press, will do most loading jobs just fine, and you can stick it in a drawer when you're done. Watch TV while doing non critical jobs.
That said, it IS slow compared to a bench press, and though it has a lot of power, it's not as strong either.

Not a good set up for a handgun reloader, due to it's slow speed.

 

[OneBarfly]

For the ultimate in portability, I have found that it's best to mount a smaller press on a 12"x12" thick board and then c-clamping it to whatever is available (kitchen table, desk, etc.) Works for me.