AK Gun Man 88
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So I am new to reloading. I'm about to buy a single stage press. Problem is I have it narrowed down to two and I have been arguing with myself as to which one to get for about 2 weeks.
RCBS Rock Chucker or Lee Classic Cast.
Pro's that I found for RCBS.
-It's what most presses are based off...the original
-Cast Iron and steel
-Higher quality (older ones from what I have gathered, new ones are poorly made?)
-Piggyback upgrade (anyone got any experience with this?)
Con's for RCBS
-It's made in China (internet rumor?)
-MidwayUSA reviews are around 55 review with mixed reviews
Pro's for Classic Cast
-Lower Price
-MidwayUSA reviews around 100+ with 98% 5 star ratings
-Made in America (I prefer to buy American made products)
-Made with stronger iron and steel (again internet rumor?)
Con's
-Poorer finish coat (????)
-No conversion for progressive
-Lot of people bashing Lee because they aren't RCBS
Looking for your input guys. Serious input please. I don't want just RCBS or Lee without explaination. Looking for experience with either press
RCBS Rock Chucker or Lee Classic Cast.
Pro's that I found for RCBS.
-It's what most presses are based off...the original
-Cast Iron and steel
-Higher quality (older ones from what I have gathered, new ones are poorly made?)
-Piggyback upgrade (anyone got any experience with this?)
Con's for RCBS
-It's made in China (internet rumor?)
-MidwayUSA reviews are around 55 review with mixed reviews
Pro's for Classic Cast
-Lower Price
-MidwayUSA reviews around 100+ with 98% 5 star ratings
-Made in America (I prefer to buy American made products)
-Made with stronger iron and steel (again internet rumor?)
Con's
-Poorer finish coat (????)
-No conversion for progressive
-Lot of people bashing Lee because they aren't RCBS
Looking for your input guys. Serious input please. I don't want just RCBS or Lee without explaination. Looking for experience with either press