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Old 12-01-2011, 11:15 PM   #1
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I'm going to build a new loading bench and was wondering if any of you guys had any ideas or pictures to share.

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Old 12-02-2011, 12:52 AM   #2
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I've been looking at the Harbor Freight wooden work bench for use as a reloading bench/gun work bench. The one set up in the store seems pretty stable and the cost seems like it is well worth the price. At least the last time I saw it on sale, don't know what it is going for now.
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This is what I used for mine, has held up well and not very expensive. Just add wood and the ability to follow instructions.

2 x 4 Basics
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Nice setups... I'd better get to work on mine. It's a mess.
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Yes these are nice! Thanks for the pictures.
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I built mine of 2x4s, 3/4" oak plywood& anchored it all together with deck & joist plates & 2" long wood screws. The bench & legs are anchored into the floor & wall....no flex in this bench! The top is 22" wide with the shorter length being 6' into the corner & the long length is 8' into the corner. from floor to bench top is 32". I also put the lower shelves in for storage.








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Mine is just an old metal office desk I bolted a sheet of 3/4 plywood to. Gets the job done.


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Thanks guys! I sure appreciate the pictures of what you all have come up with. It's giving me the ideas I want for mine!!!


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