I need a new reloading press--FIRST IMPRESSIONS

**bigedp51** · 07-02-18, 22:58

Originally Posted by Uni-Vibe

After 40 years, the old RCBS needs replacing. Unfortunately, RCBS presses are made in Red China and I don't want to buy one.

So: I need a new single stage press. I would prefer one with the option to attach a tubular priming unit on it.

What are y'all using? Any Redding users? If Redding is Made in USA, should I get one of them?

Any other suggestions?

Don't believe all the rumors and the presses being made in China. They are still made in the USA by people who were tricked into voting for Trump by the Russians.

RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme Reloading Press
https://www.gunsinternational.com/gu...n_id=100453570

Technical Information

Press Type: Single Stage
Frame Material: Cast Iron
Frame Design: O-Frame
Frame Offset:
Frame Opening Size:
Handle Location: Bottom Right or Left hand
Die Size Accepted: Standard 7/8"-14 threaded dies and 1-1/4"-12 dies with bushing removed
Die Bushing Accepted: Yes
Die Bushing Brand Used: RCBS
Spent Primer Collection System: Yes
Ram Stroke: 4"
Ram Diameter:
Priming Feature: Priming Arm, will also accept RCBS Ram Priming Unit (sold separately)
Number of Mounting Holes: 2
Mounting Hardware Included: No
Additional Features:
Warranty: Lifetime warranty for home reloaders, warranty does not cover equipment used for commercial purposes
Notes: Dies and Shellholders sold separately

Made In United States of America

**drtywk** · 07-02-18, 23:05

Originally Posted by bigedp51

Don't believe all the rumors and the presses being made in China. They are still made in the USA by people who were tricked into voting for Trump by the Russians.

Sorry your girl didn't win...

**Uni-Vibe** · 07-02-18, 23:25

Hm, yeah, if you google it, there are photos of "Made in China" on boxes containing RCBS presses. Unless those photos are faked, Rock Chuckers are made by Xi Jinping.

And shopping I noticed that the very similar Redding Big Boss, definitely Made in USA, is quite a bit more expensive than the Rock Chucker.

I ordered a Big Boss 2 on sale from Sinclair just now. And a Forster bench priming tool. I've never been totally satisfied with priming on the press ram, although I never previously looked into any alternative. Bench priming tool looks more tactile and sensitive than the press ram priming method.

**Bob Sacamano** · 07-03-18, 07:41

The Forster primer looks interesting. Should have stuck with the COax

**390ish** · 07-03-18, 08:20

Forster is the way to go.

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**markm** · 07-03-18, 08:34

I love my Big Boss 2. I have yet to try the Co-Ax. I wore out a LNL single stage due to the alloy body and small main shaft. The big boss 2 has a much beefier main shaft, and is cast iron.

**Uni-Vibe** · 07-03-18, 17:13

Went ahead and ordered Big Boss 2, and also a RCBS bench priming tool.

**markm** · 07-03-18, 17:51

I added the LNL conversion kit to my Big Boss 2. I do prime 300 WM, 308 WIN, and all my pistol brass with the Big Boss's priming system just so I don't have to convert my Sinclair hand primer from .223 shell holder/small primer.

**mgrs** · 07-03-18, 18:41

Originally Posted by markm

I love my Big Boss 2. I have yet to try the Co-Ax. I wore out a LNL single stage due to the alloy body and small main shaft. The big boss 2 has a much beefier main shaft, and is cast iron.

You should. The shell plate mechanism and easy snap in/out die system alone are worth it.