DIY Reloading Bench Build
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- Опубликовано: 17 май 2020
- This is a build of a reloading bench from dimensional lumber. 2x4's and 4x4's for for the frame, 2x12 for the work surface 1x6 for the shelves and sides.
My friend had some specific needs for a reloading bench so his girlfriend commissioned me to build him one for Christmas. This bench wasn't going to be in a basement or garage it was going to be a center piece for a room that was visible from other areas of the house so generic, industrial bench wouldn't do. it needed to have character and some concealed storage. He also had to accommodate 2 Hornaday Lock-n-load powder measures. I accomplished this by taking a basic workbench design, adding a back shelf that would house bins, dies, bullets or finished ammo. I left enough space on either side of the shelf to park the powder measures so they could be pushed back and out of the way when not in use.
To hide some of the more unsightly, bigger items such as tumblers and powder, I surrounded the lower storage area on three sides with wainscoting.
When it came to style, Vicki painted the bench with earthy outdoor colors using her layering method that almost always begins with dark walnut stain.
The foundation of this bench is typical, functional and versatile. You could easily modify it to work for any application and adding some paint goes a long way in making it look like part of the home.
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Beautiful craftsmanship and a great choice of a helper. Less arguing that way.
Couldn't agree more!
This different than anything I've seen before, but it is also one of my favorite ideas for a reloading bench. Thanks for sharing Sagebrush Soul!
THANK YOU! That means a lot! Thank you so much for commenting!
Your Durango Boots helped a lot. I use all the time and is like wearing tennis shoes!
Thank You! I just love them I think I'm on my sixth pair now and they are all I wear! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Amazing build, well done! Will last several lifetimes, I'm sure.
Thank you! It was a fun build! Thanks for watching and commenting!
Beautiful job man
Thanks a lot!
Really nice job!! Good video
Glad you liked it! Thank you! It's harder than I thought to keep the vids interesting. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!
Would also be easier if the rail for the drawers was snap connected instead of wheels. The table top 2X4 is in the way to fit the drawer into the rail when installing.
Agreed!
Very nice finish, looks like something out of Red Dead Redemption.
I just finished a similar (but rather more utilitarian looking) reloading bench. One thing I noticed is that the reloading press can put rather a lot of twist-wise strain on the front end of the worktop, which after a while started to work apart the butt joints between the first 2 planks. I've since strengthened that joint by routing a shallow and wide channel along the joint, and inlaid that with a well fitting hardwood strip. Adds a great deal of strength to that joint to counter the downward twisting force. But if your planks are wide enough and well supported, that may not be necessary. Just something to watch for.
That is a fantastic idea! I was worried about that as well, I don't know why I didn't put it in the video but I actually ran some angle iron along side the base under the worktop I think it might be visible in some of the stills but I'm not sure. I never thought of taking design ideas from RDR but it might be a great idea lol. Thanks for watching and taking the time for the input! Cheers!
dang i want one
Thanks! I keep thinking I should build myself one!
Love this, beautiful craftsmanship!
Question though. Do you get any flex when using the reloading press with those bump outs? Was thinking I might inlay a piece of 1/4” plate steel to the underside?
Thank you so much! I actually put a piece of angle underneath to support it, I actually made it a gift, so I've never used it. I haven't heard any complaints, though.
Yeah, I pulled materials for this exact build.. the only struggle I’m facing is these damn drawers and lining them up right..
It's those days a planer would come in very handy. I had the exact same fight with 'em. Thank you so much for watching!
What is the dimensions of the table top?
30" x 60" Sorry for the delay, I've been on the road a lot. Thank you for watching!
What is the size of the sides for the top self?
It's been a while but I'm pretty sure I used a 2x8. to top it. It's possible It was an off cut from the bench top. but a 2x8 should give the same result. Thanks for watching.
My bad, I should’ve typed that better. I meant the length of the sides for the top shelf.
What? No Drawing?