Redding T-7 Turret Press Question

[mfloski]

Question for anyone with precision loading experience on this press.....because you are pressing the ram into the outer perimeter of the turret, do you get any variation when bumping shoulders or seating from the turret "flexing"?

 

[Gstew1930]

I haven't had any issues on mine

 

[nwmnbowhunter]

Same minimal variation that i have with redding big boss ii.

If you don't have the inline roller handle i suggest it... it's really handy and feels so much better

 

[QuietTexan]

The minimal flexing that does get reported can usually be fixed by lightly stoning/ lapping the bushing in the turret. The smart way to do it is with feelers and taking off a little at a time. The bad way to do it is to blindly sand the thing down and have the turret head wear on the base. Pics of the disassembled T-& in this link:

Rockchucker to Redding T-7.Can you use rcbs dies in a redding t-7?

I have a rcbs rockchucker with rcbs dies. Thinking of upgrading to a turret and wonder if the rcbs dies/shell holder will work in a redding T-7. Another question on the T-7, does the powder charger work well?

www.longrangehunting.com

 

[mfloski]

The minimal flexing that does get reported can usually be fixed by lightly stoning/ lapping the bushing in the turret. The smart way to do it is with feelers and taking off a little at a time. The bad way to do it is to blindly sand the thing down and have the turret head wear on the base. Pics of the disassembled T-& in this link:

Rockchucker to Redding T-7.Can you use rcbs dies in a redding t-7?

I have a rcbs rockchucker with rcbs dies. Thinking of upgrading to a turret and wonder if the rcbs dies/shell holder will work in a redding T-7. Another question on the T-7, does the powder charger work well?

www.longrangehunting.com

 

[dok7mm]

There is a bit of flex with the T-7, so I prefer to resize on a Big Boss. The T-7 is very handy for mandrels and bullet seating. My only con is a lack of space for tightening rings, that always seem to be on the back.

 

[joeg26er]

There's a big thread on sh or one of the other precision forums. Redding had some engineering explanation why the press isn't affected by the turret design.

 

[JC in Calif]

Question for anyone with precision loading experience on this press.....because you are pressing the ram into the outer perimeter of the turret, do you get any variation when bumping shoulders or seating from the turret "flexing"?

Many years of use, no problems.

 

[smokepoler]

Mine flexed too much for me so I took the spacer and ground off enough so that I can tighten the turret down solid. Need to loosen it to turn it but not an issue. It's as solid as a standard C press.

 

[436]

No problems with my Redding as well.

 

[nwmnbowhunter]

I did 50 6.5cm each on the t7 vs the redding big boss ii. Same case prep. Same die.

Shoulder bump variation was under .001 for both.

 

[Ol' Red]

I did 50 6.5cm each on the t7 vs the redding big boss ii. Same case prep. Same die.

Shoulder bump variation was under .001 for both.

I compare mine to a RCBS, but same results. I have had mine for about 8 years and am pleased.

 

[nwmnbowhunter]

Seriously.. if anyone doesn't have the inline roller handle it is really sweet. One of my favorite accessories I've bought.

 

[Ol' Red]

Does the Inline roller handle really make that much difference? I have looked at them, but have not bought one yet.