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My new reloading bench only $159.99...

Lt_Kilgore

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What do you think? 3/4" solid oak
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60" Solid Oak Workbench
 
Re: My new reloading bench only $159.99...

i love harbor freight. seen this one set up in PGH a week or so ago and it was sturdy enough, but not heavy enough. put a couple bags of concrete on the bottom and you'll be good to go
 
Re: My new reloading bench only $159.99...

Sounds too thin to me for straight wood.

ETA- I see the edge is banded so maybe that'll support the edge. I'd reinforce the underside of your press location with some plywood.

ETA2- Did you mean 3-4" and not 3/4"? That'd make more sense looking at the picture. As 3-4 inches thick would be quite stable for a nice loading bench.
 
Re: My new reloading bench only $159.99...



Thats what I have.. They just had it on sale for 139.00 also.

Its basically a 60" butcher block.. Get a riser of some type to get the press up other wise you wont be able to open the drawers..

The clamp on the side holds the case trimmer really nice.
I have a RCBS case prep center, a chargemaster and 2 presses on mine
 
Re: My new reloading bench only $159.99...

Might want to take alook at Rockler sale $174. 1 3/4 Maple


Rockler For the sturdiest possible bench, combine your own workbench top with our Maple Base Kit, featuring massive 1-3/4" thick construction that withstands heavy pounding and racking forces. Metal cross-dowels provide joints that knock-down easily, but are unbelievably strong. Pre-drilled for quick assembly. Base measures 22-1/2"W x 51-1/2"L x 32-1/4"H. All wooden components are lightly oiled.



www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=22587
 
Re: My new reloading bench only $159.99...

Only thing with the Rockler kit is you still have to add a top for it which is another $200+ Nice benches though, my dad has one he uses for a mini-lathe and pen turning table.
 
Re: My new reloading bench only $159.99...

The top is "not included"... $290.99 for the top plus shipping I'm sure. 3/4" solid oak is pretty darn strong. especially when it also has a 3/4" solid oak frame.
 
Re: My new reloading bench only $159.99...

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chansen49</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

I dont have one but I can get one..There was guy who made and sold nice MDF risers for the presses.

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chansen49 do you have any contact info on him?