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My reloading bench project

Post by Ernie » Sun Mar 20, 2022 4:15 pm

Got the base welded up today. Had to locate the top stringers 1" down from flush because of the welds on the top brackets so I am debating on whether to run the tubing all the way across or just put some in the center to keep the bench top true. Back stringer will be lag bolted into the studs in the wall if necessary for stability. The levelers on the legs have a ball swivel for full contact on the concrete. Paint comes next.
Bench top is in the background and is 72" X 30" X 2" thick butcher block. Not sure of the wood, seems like yellow pine. This was used for some welding by the previous owner so I used a belt sander to remove the paint and some burns and will use a jointer plane to level the surface. Have to remove the paint from the sides then I think I will stain it and use an acrylic sealer. Going to use 2" X 6" plank for the lower shelf. Will weld up a frame out of 1" square tubing to make 2 plywood shelves for the rear of the bench with a bracket for lights.
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Sorry for rambling. Any suggestions are welcome.
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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by runnin n gunnin » Sun Mar 20, 2022 5:27 pm

Nice Ernie !
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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by Headhog » Sun Mar 20, 2022 7:32 pm

Nice job and off to a good start. Looking forward to the completed project.

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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by fortyshooter » Sun Mar 20, 2022 8:30 pm

Great work for a real sturdy bench Ernie! I like those welding projects!
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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by Travlin » Sun Mar 20, 2022 8:50 pm

Very nice work. One suggestion, Try to allow for at least one drawer using full extension side mount hardware. You will find it very useful.
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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by GFK » Mon Mar 21, 2022 6:52 am

Looks like nice work! Me, I would try for the top to have full contact with the base. If placing some tube in the middle will do that, it seems like a plan. At any rate, it seems like it will be a fine bench.
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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by DsGrouse » Mon Mar 21, 2022 9:04 am

That is going to make for an excellent work space.
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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by Hatchdog » Mon Mar 21, 2022 10:04 am

Your bench is going to be “hell for stout” as they say… :D

Don’t hesitate to load some 50BMG on that bench.
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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by Oldbrass » Mon Mar 21, 2022 1:53 pm

Going to be a good sturdy bench, nice work Ernie
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Re: My reloading bench project

Post by JEBar » Mon Mar 21, 2022 4:35 pm

nice start, looking forward to following your progress
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