What does every reloading bench need?

[rcmodel]

I gots to have a Magic Marker or a birthday candle for smoking cases / setting headspace, checking leade contact, etc.
And a Sharpie Pen for marking load data on boxes, bags, and masking tape on ammo cans.

Also a medium size pair of channel-lock pliers for die lock rings.

Also a big mixing bowl for spray lubing cases.
And lots of loading blocks.
And a coffee can hung on a nail just below the bench by the press to drop them in after sizing, expanding and seating so you don't have to put them back in the loading block each operation.

Did I mention lots of never used junk?
Every reloading bench needs lots of never used junk it seems.

rc

 

[gamestalker]

Deffinitly good lighting and a magnification device. I use a couple of objective lenses from a cheap pair of binoculars that I disassembled. When I'm loading bottle neck cartridges I use the magnifying glass to inspect the cases for any issues I might not see with the naked eye. You would be surprised how much slips by the eyes of an older fellow such as myself without the added magnification.

GS

 

[kingmt]

A nice looking woman wearing next to nothing laying on it?

My wife doesn't lay on it but she keeps taking my chair.

 

[hang fire]

Good lighting and a magnification device for perusing a Dillon Blue Press, articles only of course.

As most space is taken on my bench, having my drill press next to it so can utilize the rotating table. I also use it for mounting MEC Jr when loading shot shells.

 

[splattergun]

A comfortable chair or, if you prefer to stand, a good floor mat. And music.

 

[Certaindeaf]

A good flashlight. No matter how much light there is, that doodad always finds the darkest crevice.

 

[splattergun]

Did I mention lots of never used junk?
Every reloading bench needs lots of never used junk it seems.

rc

Yes, but we must hold the belief that it will be used Some Day. Otherwise it's just clutter.

 

[Pit4Brains]

Or a 4 foot bench for you and a trainee, a wife, or whoever..

 

[rikman]

A Dillon Precision calendar.

+1
Ah yes, I love Miss June Mmm..oh yeah good lighting too...

 

[4895]

fire extinguisher, well placed lighting, small paint brush, can of compressed air, comfortable chair, plenty of storage.

 

[1SOW]

Even though already well suggested, GOOD LIGHTING.
Including lighting "INTO" the case after the powder drop.
I've found one of those small key-chain white LED lights also handy occassionally.
Handy storage for the press and die tools is beneficial
Sharpie Pen
Pre-made labels for your regular loads
Organized storeage shelf for Manuals and accumulated load data/info.
A small convenient trash container.

 

[MachIVshooter]

disagree, you shouldn't eat or drink while reloading. if you need a drink or some food, take a break, go wash your hands, and come back when you're done

It's just lead you're ingesting. What's the problem?

(I don't eat while loading, but pretty much always have a diet coke in close reach)

 

[blarby]

A competent and logical hand-loader sitting at it.

Preferably with a covered tea.

A learning youth is invaluable as a gopher and boxer, and teaching them carries on the tradition...so its preferable but not necessary.

 

[BADUNAME37]

Extremely good lighting, preferably from many different sources (angles) to prevent any shadows.
Sorry, I see that has already been mentioned, however it is one thing that cannot be overly-emphasized!

 

[LouieLouie]

+1 on lighting & small flashlight.
I put some small wood molding around the edge of the table to keep round things from rolling off it. There is a soft bristle paint brush to sweep spilled items like powder or shot (not a matter of 'if' but 'when') to a corner of the molding for easier pickup.

 

[Beat-tu]

A clean floor....dropped 100 primers, found most of em.....in the first hour....

:banghead:
Tom

 

[Clark]

pin gage set, .060" -.250"
http://www.amazon.com/Westward-5PLF0-Gage-Minus-0-061-0-250/dp/B004ZROYIS

I have sets in the shop for gunsmithing and one in the reloading room for reloading.

 

[A Pause for the Coz]

Ummm.....
A toaster oven!!!!!




Ok maybe you dont have to have that, but sure is nice to pan lube bullets with.

Lighting is #1. I dont care how nice your equipment is or is not. Bad lighting will drive you nuts.

 

[cougar1717]

A dedicated logbook or computer to record your batches, loads, and results.

A level, scrubbable work surface.

Shelving to store in progress and finished cartridges.

 

[Texan Scott]

Any good workbench (to include woodworking) needs a magnifying glass with light on a bendy arm. Also, a good vise affixed (a good third hand). And a comfortable stool... vinyl upholstered (for ease of cleaning) and padded,with a bit of low back support.

 

[dragon813gt]

Dust pan and brush for cleaning the bench before you start and after you're done. I can't stand a messy work bench. I know I'm in the minority from the pics I've seen.


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[Certaindeaf]

A good leaf blower sure seems to come in handy.

 

[A-FIXER]

Can of Hornady oneshot dry lube, die wrenchs, stuck case remover, cordless drill, dremel tool w/bits, metal polisher to be use with dremel tool, I use old cleaning mops to polish the die innards, some type of spray cleaner 409 or such, a bag of rags, can of compressed air is a must, a rim on the bench so when primers slip out of your hand they remain on the bench or loose projectiles, a method of placing extra bin trays to edge of bench for processed or pending steps in easy reach and attachable so when you bum them they don't fall off, a mirror to reflect the light you have increases it.

 

[blarby]

die wrenchs, stuck case remover, cordless drill, dremel tool w/bits, metal polisher to be use with dremel tool, I use old cleaning mops to polish the die innards

The need for these things starts with :

Hornady oneshot

True statement.

A good leaf blower sure seems to come in handy.

I have a dirt devil with a hepa bag.... I prefer suck to blow ^.^

 

[1SOW]

A good leaf blower sure seems to come in handy.