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Let's see your double rifle reloading room
10 August 2017, 04:56
cal pappasLet's see your double rifle reloading room
As the title says, here's mine. One safe for bpe and the other for nitro doubles. Reloading bench was made in 1982 and the card catalog files are wonderful for small parts. The oak cabinet is used to separate my double's ammunition after I added shelves (too many doubles to fit in the cabinet so I had to put it to some use).
Actually, I wanted to see if I can place photos here with imgur.
Cal
http://imgur.com/a/BUNb0PS. OK, the photos are on the link. Any idea how to make the photos appear here on the post?
Cal
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10 August 2017, 05:33
MJinesSelect Large Thumbnail at the bottom of the Imgur photo. Then copy and paste the BBCode link in Imgur.
Mike
10 August 2017, 05:57
cal pappasGot it. Thanks Mike.
Cal
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Cal Pappas, Willow, Alaska
www.CalPappas.comwww.CalPappas.blogspot.com1994 Zimbabwe
1997 Zimbabwe
1998 Zimbabwe
1999 Zimbabwe
1999 Namibia, Botswana, Zambia--vacation
2000 Australia
2002 South Africa
2003 South Africa
2003 Zimbabwe
2005 South Africa
2005 Zimbabwe
2006 Tanzania
2006 Zimbabwe--vacation
2007 Zimbabwe--vacation
2008 Zimbabwe
2012 Australia
2013 South Africa
2013 Zimbabwe
2013 Australia
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2017 Zimbabwe
2018 South Africa
2018 Zimbabwe--vacation
2019 South Africa
2019 Botswana
2019 Zimbabwe vacation
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2021 South Africa (2nd hunt a month later)
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10 August 2017, 07:08
rnoviCal, that is one amazing room. 12 DR cases on that shelf? Heck, that alone is amazing!
Regards,
Robert
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15 August 2017, 03:48
NakihunterI am an orphan. Please adopt me!

"When the wind stops....start rowing. When the wind starts, get the sail up quick."
15 August 2017, 18:43
McKay
I reload for more than just doubles. It's quite a mess right now as we are working on some friends projects as well.
Mac
15 August 2017, 19:36
BiebsThat's serious!
15 August 2017, 19:58
nitro450exp5 more cases on the other side of the room.
Cal,
Looking for a case for my Greener, any ideas.
Nitro
"Man is a predator or at least those of us that kill and eat our own meat are. The rest are scavengers, eating what others kill for them." Hugh Randall
DRSS, BASA
470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
15 August 2017, 20:01
cal pappasThere is a Greener case in Zim I am going to pick up next year for a gun I own. If it does not fit I will pass it on. It may be for 28" barrels or 30" Not sure. What is the pull and bbl length of yours?
Cal
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Cal Pappas, Willow, Alaska
www.CalPappas.comwww.CalPappas.blogspot.com1994 Zimbabwe
1997 Zimbabwe
1998 Zimbabwe
1999 Zimbabwe
1999 Namibia, Botswana, Zambia--vacation
2000 Australia
2002 South Africa
2003 South Africa
2003 Zimbabwe
2005 South Africa
2005 Zimbabwe
2006 Tanzania
2006 Zimbabwe--vacation
2007 Zimbabwe--vacation
2008 Zimbabwe
2012 Australia
2013 South Africa
2013 Zimbabwe
2013 Australia
2016 Zimbabwe
2017 Zimbabwe
2018 South Africa
2018 Zimbabwe--vacation
2019 South Africa
2019 Botswana
2019 Zimbabwe vacation
2021 South Africa
2021 South Africa (2nd hunt a month later)
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16 August 2017, 00:16
nitro450expCal,
I tried it on physically and it fit, but i did not measure it.
But i am built like a spider monkey so i would guess about 15" pull. 25" barrels IIRC.
Is the case leather or canvas?
There is a canvas one coming up in an auction in UK for 28" barrels.
What length you need.
If i win and it is a better fit for you maybe we can trade.
Nitro
"Man is a predator or at least those of us that kill and eat our own meat are. The rest are scavengers, eating what others kill for them." Hugh Randall
DRSS, BASA
470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
16 August 2017, 00:33
BaxterBquote:
Originally posted by McKay:
I reload for more than just doubles. It's quite a mess right now as we are working on some friends projects as well.
I haven't seen that much raw material since I was at Michael458's house - whew...
16 August 2017, 00:59
nitro450expAfter seeing that i am too embarrassed to post any of my pics
Nitro
"Man is a predator or at least those of us that kill and eat our own meat are. The rest are scavengers, eating what others kill for them." Hugh Randall
DRSS, BASA
470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
16 August 2017, 01:18
McKayquote:
Originally posted by BaxterB:
quote:
Originally posted by McKay:
I reload for more than just doubles. It's quite a mess right now as we are working on some friends projects as well.
I haven't seen that much raw material since I was at Michael458's house - whew...
After seeing all of Michaels other posts I am sure he blows me away for components.
Mac
16 August 2017, 02:28
ZephyrCal my Gibbs has 28" Barrels keep me in mind...
quote:
Originally posted by cal pappas:
There is a Greener case in Zim I am going to pick up next year for a gun I own. If it does not fit I will pass it on. It may be for 28" barrels or 30" Not sure. What is the pull and bbl length of yours?
Cal
16 August 2017, 02:57
Dulltool17quote:
Originally posted by Nakihunter:
I am an orphan. Please adopt me!
Hmm, might my real name be Pappas? Alaska sounds like a fine place.
Cal, that is a very nice setup you've got there
Doug Wilhelmi
NRA Life Member
16 August 2017, 05:55
cal pappasNitro:
The case in Zim is a solid oak and leather with an old Greener label in it. Green interior.
Cal
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Cal Pappas, Willow, Alaska
www.CalPappas.comwww.CalPappas.blogspot.com1994 Zimbabwe
1997 Zimbabwe
1998 Zimbabwe
1999 Zimbabwe
1999 Namibia, Botswana, Zambia--vacation
2000 Australia
2002 South Africa
2003 South Africa
2003 Zimbabwe
2005 South Africa
2005 Zimbabwe
2006 Tanzania
2006 Zimbabwe--vacation
2007 Zimbabwe--vacation
2008 Zimbabwe
2012 Australia
2013 South Africa
2013 Zimbabwe
2013 Australia
2016 Zimbabwe
2017 Zimbabwe
2018 South Africa
2018 Zimbabwe--vacation
2019 South Africa
2019 Botswana
2019 Zimbabwe vacation
2021 South Africa
2021 South Africa (2nd hunt a month later)
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31 August 2017, 19:41
buckstixHello All,
Well, here is my loading-casting-gunsmithing room. This is for not only my double rifles, but also for various rifles and pistols.
My only problem is, that my room is in the basement and its very, very small, being only about 12' x 15'. I do manage to load and shoot about 2000 rounds a year of various calibers, ranging from .14 Helm up to 700NE, as well as 7 different shotgun gages.
I have a path to each corner and nook, although sometime it requires "side-stepping" and "stepping-over" stuff to get there. This may not seem organized to you, but I know exactly where to look "under stuff" to find what I'm looking for, unless I run out of time and forget what it was I was searching for to begin with.
These pictures should make some of you feel better about your loading rooms.
31 August 2017, 20:14
McKayBuckstix, Glad to see others are inflicted with the same illness.

Mac
31 August 2017, 20:28
BiebsThat's WAAAAAAAY more than an illness! :-)
31 August 2017, 20:57
MacD37My wife thought I was overloaded with "gun junk" as she calls my man's dump! The pictures in this thread would fill my whole house, garage included!
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31 August 2017, 22:49
Bill73I am embarrassed to post pics of my gun room & reloading room,I reset it every 6 mos or so but it always turns into a frikking mess ha ha,but Like Buckstix I always know where everything is at

You guys have given me hope,when they finally lock me away ? now I know I will not be alone,some of you will be there for sure

DRSS
31 August 2017, 23:17
nitro450expYou are all very sick people, i have never felt more at home!

Nitro
"Man is a predator or at least those of us that kill and eat our own meat are. The rest are scavengers, eating what others kill for them." Hugh Randall
DRSS, BASA
470 Krieghoff, 45-70 inserts, 12 ga paradox, 20 ga DR Simson/Schimmel, 12 ga DR O/U Famars, 12 ga DR SXS Greener
01 September 2017, 09:29
Big Wonderful Wyomingquote:
Originally posted by McKay:
I reload for more than just doubles. It's quite a mess right now as we are working on some friends projects as well.
Just wow!
When we get set up back in the USA again, i am going to build a shop about 40-100 yards away from the house and get set up with a reloading room like that.
I lost a friend of mine in Australia who had an electrical fire in his house run through several hundred pounds of powder.
His wife made it out, but he got trapped in the fire and died. His 400 pounds didn't help him, but I am deathly afraid with our 3 toddlers of having that much powder in the house after losing my friend.
01 September 2017, 09:32
Big Wonderful WyomingMckay,
I love your E design reloading bench. Great idea!
01 September 2017, 22:11
McKayquote:
Originally posted by Big Wonderful Wyoming:
Just wow!
When we get set up back in the USA again, i am going to build a shop about 40-100 yards away from the house and get set up with a reloading room like that.
I lost a friend of mine in Australia who had an electrical fire in his house run through several hundred pounds of powder.
His wife made it out, but he got trapped in the fire and died. His 400 pounds didn't help him, but I am deathly afraid with our 3 toddlers of having that much powder in the house after losing my friend.
I worry the same, I have a conditioned shop I'm building in my back yard that I am going to move the bulk of my powder to once completed. I'm sure I have a 1000+ pounds down there.
Mac
01 September 2017, 22:13
McKayquote:
Originally posted by Big Wonderful Wyoming:
Mckay,
I love your E design reloading bench. Great idea!
Thank you, It has been really functional. Only needed to make a few minor changes with drawers and what not that was unforeseen when I drew up all the cabinets to have built.
Mac
02 September 2017, 09:20
DMI have more than one reloading bench and more than one reloading spot, depending on what I'm doing as to what one I'm at...
I refuse to put all of my reloading "stuff" in one place, as I had a house burn down one time.
It taught me an IMPORTANT lesson, to NOT put all of my eggs in one basket!!
DM
13 September 2017, 06:25
AtkinsonSome of you guys could do a series of 21 day safaris if you'd just sell out...
I don't post pictures on AR as most of you know, some condem me for it but I describe well and see no need.
My double rifle reloading room is a 30 x 40 log shop, well heated, but no air conditioning, just a big ole fan that I seldom use because its in my horse barn keep Cinderella cool and roping shape..
Its furnished in hurricane and tornado fashion but I know where 50% of what I need is located. My saddles and powder are together, my loaded ammo more than enough to support our boys in Iraq is in order on shelves, my dies are arranged in order but not sure where they are, my stockmaking is well arranged but piled on top of each other, the rest is a nightmare!!

The sad part is I must be a blood brother to Buckstix other than he needs some saddles etc. mixed in..

Ray Atkinson
Atkinson Hunting Adventures
10 Ward Lane,
Filer, Idaho, 83328
208-731-4120
rayatkinsonhunting@gmail.com
14 September 2017, 04:16
Todd Williamsquote:
Originally posted by McKay:
I reload for more than just doubles. It's quite a mess right now as we are working on some friends projects as well.
Oh man, that's awesome!!!
14 September 2017, 06:00
NakihunterSo awesome that the wife is going to want a new Kitchen!
quote:
Originally posted by Todd Williams:
quote:
Originally posted by McKay:
I reload for more than just doubles. It's quite a mess right now as we are working on some friends projects as well.
Oh man, that's awesome!!!
"When the wind stops....start rowing. When the wind starts, get the sail up quick."
18 September 2017, 21:55
McKay[QUOTE]Originally posted by Nakihunter:
So awesome that the wife is going to want a new Kitchen!
Oh she got that, and a new panty. How it can cost 70K for a pantry I don't know.

And I did the majority of the work....
Mac
19 September 2017, 04:59
cal pappasI've been single for 25+ years so forgive me if I'm missing something. How the hell can a kitchen cost 70$K? I mean a stove, 'fridge, sink, and a few cabinets 2K, 3K at most. Of course, that is probably why I'm single!
Cal
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Cal Pappas, Willow, Alaska
www.CalPappas.comwww.CalPappas.blogspot.com1994 Zimbabwe
1997 Zimbabwe
1998 Zimbabwe
1999 Zimbabwe
1999 Namibia, Botswana, Zambia--vacation
2000 Australia
2002 South Africa
2003 South Africa
2003 Zimbabwe
2005 South Africa
2005 Zimbabwe
2006 Tanzania
2006 Zimbabwe--vacation
2007 Zimbabwe--vacation
2008 Zimbabwe
2012 Australia
2013 South Africa
2013 Zimbabwe
2013 Australia
2016 Zimbabwe
2017 Zimbabwe
2018 South Africa
2018 Zimbabwe--vacation
2019 South Africa
2019 Botswana
2019 Zimbabwe vacation
2021 South Africa
2021 South Africa (2nd hunt a month later)
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19 September 2017, 05:49
McKayquote:
Originally posted by cal pappas:
I've been single for 25+ years so forgive me if I'm missing something. How the hell can a kitchen cost 70$K? I mean a stove, 'fridge, sink, and a few cabinets 2K, 3K at most. Of course, that is probably why I'm single!
Cal
Haha, don't recall what the kitchen remodel was. Just recall the pantry was right close to 70k. And like I said I did a ton of the work myself. Fancy copper sink and faucet, anther fridge, under cabinet ice maker, kegerator, wine fridge, dishwasher, etc. About 40' of wall to ceiling cabinets so apparently it all ads up! She's happy so that's all that matters.
Mac