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  1. #41
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    Default Re: Refurbishment of an old Redding press

    So late last night I had to assemble my press just couldn't wait.

    Wiped down the press body and press arm with a kitchen towel.

    Press runs so smooth I cant believe its the same press. The blue grease wiped away as the press moved through the sleeve and is shiny silver.

    So happy.

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    Default Re: Refurbishment of an old Redding press

    You will probably find that the press has no detectable wear. Keep it protected from rust, and well lubricated, and your grandchildren will also be able to use it. Cast iron wears very slowly if treated well.

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    Default Re: Refurbishment of an old Redding press

    To think, a few drops of oil and nothing else would likely have left you with a perfectly usable if somewhat ugly dirty press.

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    Default Re: Refurbishment of an old Redding press

    Quote Originally Posted by treeman View Post
    To think, a few drops of oil and nothing else would likely have left you with a perfectly usable if somewhat ugly dirty press.
    Definitely but would not have felt as proud as I do feel now.

    That something as simple as a thorough cleaning can make you feel this way.

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    Default Re: Refurbishment of an old Redding press

    Quote Originally Posted by Chris86 View Post
    Definitely but would not have felt as proud as I do feel now.

    That something as simple as a thorough cleaning can make you feel this way.
    I'm tempted to strip mine too now. It's an old lee single stage. At least 20 to 25 years old.

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    Default Re: Refurbishment of an old Redding press

    Quote Originally Posted by zguy View Post
    I'm tempted to strip mine too now. It's an old lee single stage. At least 20 to 25 years old.
    ***************
    Same, bought it 1990

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    Default Re: Refurbishment of an old Redding press

    Quote Originally Posted by treeman View Post
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    Same, bought it 1990
    I bought mine from an older toppie that had major knee/hip/back surgery and was advised he could no longer walk extended periods in the veldt and hunt. And he didn't want to hunt from a bakkie, so he sold his reloading tools and a lot of his rifles. Cleary used, but still in decent condition.

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