Great job explaining the Mec 600 Jr. I've had my Mec 600 since the 70's can't tell ya how many shells went thru it and to this day I'm still reloading at least 2 boxes a week. Yes you can be a real speed demon on this, about 6 to 7 minutes for a box of 25.

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

It sure isn’t hard to get in to a grove and pump out a box. I’ve heard of so many people using the 600 for years and years without issue. Thanks for watching

Just jot into (back into) reloading after about 52 years. My dad and I used to reload on an old MEC Jr. but then life happened and I didn't even hold a shotgun for decades. But what I wanted to say is that your "tip" at the 7:07 mark of the video was gold. Yeah, don't do that. Thanks for the video!

Thank you Vaughn Precision. It was your video’s that started me loading shot shells. I bought the Mec 600 Jr Mark 5 and what a blast. I did as I was as instructed too in your video’s and perfecto. I have learned a bunch from that video intro to reloading. Now I am reloading Brass with my Hornady LNL and just living and breathing reloading all thanks to you. I was never so happy as I was the day when I shot my first 12 gauge shell that I loaded myself ( Iwas scared to death until after that first blast) but I was like a proud papa. I now am loading with the Hornady and the forester. I load 223, 9mm, 45 caliber beside all those shot-shells. I plan to begin loading 6.5 Creedmoor and others. Keep doing what your doing for all us newbies you changed our lives honestly you did. Wow a purpose to live another day for this old man.

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words.! I remember the first time I pulled the trigger on my first reload, shaking in my boots …..

I was just going through my dad's old stuff and found his MEC 600 Jr. No mark.... I think it may have been one of their first ones. He used it all the way through 2010 or so. Nice to see how to make it all work.... Thank you!

Glad to see you back. Looking forward to your gunsmithing stuff again!

GOTTA LOVE THOSE MEC TOOLS! I HAVE A COUPLE MEC 9000G'S, AND HAVE SHOT TONS OF LEAD SHOT.... 1 OUNCE AT A TIME... THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!

Nice to see you back. Even better that it’s shotgun reloading. I’m huge into waterfowl hunting and sporting clays. I just got a Caesar Guerini summit sporting O/U. I use an original mec 600 from the 70’s that I converted to reload 3” steel. I also use a mec size master to make my sporting 2-3/4”.

Great video, the best explanation of the MEC 600jr. on KZread. Thanks

Good to see you're back at it! Awesome vids as well.

Just inherited an old version of this... Remember using it with my dad... 20, 30, 40 yrs ago? More? Appears to be almost identical.

Man I'm glad you are back I missed your videos excellent job on the mec I used to shoot trap religiously(500-750] rounds a week More if we had a sanctioned shoot I had to upgrade to a progressive its well worth the investment great too see you

Thanks for the video! This really helped me to understand how to use this machine (I've never reloaded shotgun shells until now)

Thanks for the intro. I picked up this press at an estate sale and have never loaded shotgun shells before. I have learning to do before I use it.

Just got one of these and was given some directions completely forget what my friend said and giving it a go for the first time Tonight

I speak for everyone. We miss seeing you upload videos!

I have used my 600jr for over 20 years. Great machine. Converted to 16ga for my Browning 525. 1 1/8 oz lead, 800x. I use the adjustable charge bar and am satisfied. It does hang up once in a while using #6 lead but not a real concern. Keep the powder hopper full to maintain consistant charge. Great video to introduce the MEC. Jim

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

Susan Lorden that’s one thing I’ve heard is they can hang up. I’ve got some #6 shot that I wanted to load for hunting to. Either way, I’m very happy with the MEC, good Reloader for sure.!

...Glad to see you’re back at it!...I have enjoyed your channel quite a bit...

About 1 month ago, I ended up with my father-in-law’s MEC 600 Jr. Last time he used it was 1988. It took some cleaning, but I got it going. Within the first 100 rounds, I did exactly the same thing you did. I didn’t put the caps on because I thought, there is absolutely no reason to lift that while I’m reloading. Clearly I found a reason. As a result, my bench and floor got a really well needed cleaning. I’m glad I’m not alone!! Perhaps, in a future video, if you could explain the various adjustments, that would be greatly appreciated. I know mine is slightly different, but the basics are the same, and I had a hard time finding useful videos. Specifically addressing issues around the final crimp. Great video, as usual.

@xnorcal831x

4 жыл бұрын

I was handed down a couple dillon precision presses. I took had to take then completely apart and replaced a couple things. But they still run amazing. They had not been touch not nearly as long as you but it feels amazing to continue to produce rounds. It's so sad so many people chose to buy ammo. Well I still haven't had to pay for premade ammo in over a yr. I don't have a 12 gauge but I plan on it being my next purchase. Any suggestions for a good first shotgun? I am stuck between the older remingtons or mossberg

@larryalexander4833

4 жыл бұрын

Hello. Thought I'd give a suggestion . A first shotgun depends on a lote of things. But I'll suggest a Remington 870 of some model. You can pickup a good used one for couple hundred and have plenty of product support. And after you decide to buy others a good dependable 870 is good to have around.

@PaskKingFisher001

4 жыл бұрын

finaddict Well, my dad brought me duck hunting and there were 2 shotguns with us - a Remington 870 Wingmaster and a Browning Auto 5. First shotgun I bought was an 870 (good for duck, geese, turkey, deer, clay and just about anything). Second shotgun I bought was a Browning A5. While they are nostalgic for me, I have no regrets.

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

I learned on a Lefever double barrel and moved to a Remington 870 for years!

@scbane

4 жыл бұрын

My grandfather gave me a Browning "Sweet 16" 16 ga A5 when I was 11. Shot most of my birds for years with it. Overall, for durability, mountability, and options, my favorite shotgun is a Mossberg 835 Ultimag. Have had it since I was 16. Tens of thousands of rounds. Turkey loads to target loads. Never broke any parts yet.

This video was very informative. Well done Sir.

Vaughn Great Job. Thanks a million!

Remember to check the primer cup for a stray shot pellet before dropping the primer in and seating. You might get a surprise.

Sure you’re family is relieved you’re healing so well. Great to see your up enough to put up more videos.

Thanks for the video

Enjoyed the video. Thanks.

Great video! I had a MEC 600 Jr. back in the early 80's. Don't remember if it even had a "Mark #". Loaded thousands of Winchester AA hulls. I obviously sold it to someone years ago. Just the other day I was digging through some old boxes in my shop that I haven't opened in probably 30 years and found my box of powder bushings and shot bars! I hove know idea who I sold it to or I'd give them the rest of these parts!! Glad to see your doing well and back into shooting stuff. Best Wishes.

@mattschmitt9924

3 жыл бұрын

It was me. You can send them anytime.

Good video, thanks. Ultimate Reloader has a good video or two on the MEC 600 Mark V Jr for 20 gauge. I would recommend that video and this one.

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

Gavin is a great guy and a friend of mine. He's got some good content!

Nice thing about MEC 600, sizemaster, and 9000 is they can be mounted on a board and that's stable enough which is great since I dont have a bench. But I also mount a sheet pan (like a rimmed cookie sheet) between the board and the press to catch all those spills (at least a lot of it). I have just received a MEC metallic press and am anxious to see if that will work on my board/pan with the MEC quick change plate.

Thanks for the video. Nice job explaining how it works. Heading over to Amazon to buy one. You should get a commision.

New to the channel, great video for the MEC jr, just getting back to clays after a 20 years of doing other things, "three small children"

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome back to the sport.! I’m just getting back in to it myself after years away from shotguns. I’ll be posting a video in the not to distant future on the MEC 9000 progressive. Loading tons to keep up with the competitions.!

Thanks, good info.

Excellent video. I've been running a MEC Sizemaster since the 1990's. Congratulations on joining the ranks of Trap, Skeet and SC shooters👍👍👍

Good video! I got a 600 Jr. a couple weeks ago at a yard sale, missing a few parts or the manual. I was able to find everything I need at he MEC site, including the exploded view letting me know where everything goes. MEC had the parts in stock, and they should be winging their way to me today or tomorrow. About three hours to clean it up, mildly seized due to dirt and congealed lube, should work a charm once I get it adjusted. So far I'm into this for about $60, so feel I'm way ahead of the game. It did come with a charge bar set up for #8 shot, I might get a new bar and insert for other loads.

Wish I had that powder stock!! 2021 crazy ready for the new year

Great to see you back! Please make some hoodies in gray or black!

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about switching them all to gray and black. I haven't sold a single one is white lol

I've found that I can usually load a box faster with my 600 jr. than I can with my MEC progressive. Mostly because if your progressive has a glitch, like having a primer not feed, or hang up a wad, or someone comes in and starts talking to you, it takes a few minutes to fix the mess you just made. Usually load a box on the jr. in about 6 1/2 minutes but have gone sub 6 minutes more than once.

What am I looking for with the pressure on the wad? Is it just for seating various makes of wad? I'm new to shot shell reloading. I picked up one of these at an estate sale. I've not used it yet. Very good video showing this machine and it's functions. Just what I was looking for.👍

...I did have a question on your lathe...I’m looking at upgrading to something that has a bit more precision...have you run into trouble with the 1 1-/2” spindle bore?...I’m looking at Grizzly with dro vs Mathews....Mathews has 2” spindle bore was wondering if it’s that big a deal...thank for your input...

You make it look so easy and it is if you get the rig adjusted correctly. But, it can be so frustrating and you may ruin dozens of hulls before that happens!

Hey Curt, thanks for the video. It actually helped me decide to order one. I have a question though. I notice that you have a Lee Bench Plate as do I but you didn't use it when it came to fastening the 600 down. Is that because the base of the 600 is just too big for the Lee Bench Plate? Also, since I don't know when my 600 will arrive, most things are being delayed right now, could you please tell me the dimensions of that bottom plate of the 600. Thanks very much. I appreciate it. And I'm glad to see you up and around.

Hi Curt, easy peezy !!! Can't wait for the next one. Think about this... Shooting slugs for accuracy, huh?

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

It's on the list!

Any plans to do a video on how to setup for 3"? Thanks

But can it do shorter shells? say like replicating the aguila mini-shells? I'd like to experiment with overall shell length to see what the shortest possible to go w/ a Mossberg 500 is, without needing an Opsol adapter.

Are the progressives nice, absolutely i have one MEC 9000 but i run 2 600 jrs as well. In 20 and 16 ga. If you want to speed it up a little without the investment in a press get the primer feed for the single stage. Big big increase in productivity.

I'm curious as to whether it's worth the price difference over the budget Lee press. The two seem comparable in speed and ease of use. I doubt the Lee is as durable, but does that matter if you're not reloading hundreds of rounds every year?

I have a MEC Jr., pre 1982. It has the "Adjustable" charge bar (such as the one your not using) from back in the day, so they are nothing new. It's made of Melamine and starting to craze from age. Just the bar itself, not including the knobs, is about 1 X 1 inch square and 7 7/16 long I would like to purchase a bar like yours. Any info on it? Thanks.

From Jim, do you have a load for 95 gr in 243 using Barnes copper?

The MEC is the best shotshell press. I also don't care for the adjustable shot/charge bar.

Great video better than the MEC video answered most of my question. Have a LEE Precision I got before reading the Lyman shotshell reloading manual would have saved my money gone with the MEC. The MEC uses bushing but it’s powder weights are are over it’s +/- 10gr. Seems with MEC the powder baffle resolves that but also the bushing don’t match the recipes in the Lyman shotshell book. Like the fact that there is universal charge bar and that the powder and shot bottles can be taken off with out making a mess. LEE does not have that feature.

Can you do all the different gauges on the same machine or is each machine specific to a certain gauge shell?

Been using a mec progressive for years for my trap loads hasn’t failed me yet

@shockwave6416

3 жыл бұрын

Cool. I'm looking at getting into reloading 12 and 16 gauge 1 oz loads only.

Can you set it up for slugs an buckshot I can't find any information on it

Are you still drilling and tapping cases? I have .338 Win Mag.

man I would love to have that universal charge bar. I cannot find one anywhere. I shoot such a wide variety of loads its be much simpler.

Nice video, I get you can't talk and go fast. Sounds strange but I find the same issue running my XL650 or RL550. Something about the pie hole being open wont give me full speed...

WAA12 wads work the best for 1-1/8 loads in cold weather those wads your loading those spacers will sometimes crack or break when you compress them my 1-1/4 loads I use federal S4 wads

hi, you mentioned you had a ponsnes warren oress, can i ask why you dont use it now ?

Hey I love ur videos there great I've watched a couple just found ur account u seem pretty successful hopefully I can hang with u guys soon

Great video! Years ago I stopped reloading because it got to be more cost effective to buy a box of 25 instead of making them with the MEC 600 Jr. In the last few years, especially in the last 3 months shot gun shells have almost double in price. Based on the cost of reloading components at todays prices vs the cost of a new box of shells which is less expensive. My favorite all around shell is a Remington ShurShot 12 gauge, 2 3/4", 1 1/8 ounce of 7 1/2 shot. Velocity 1,255 FPS. A box of 25 of the mentioned Remington shells are now $10.00. Other manufactures seem to have priced their prices at the same price. My question is, in todays economy is it cost effective to buy a reloader, of any brand, powder, wads, primers and hulls or just pay the price of a new box of shells? Thanks...

I too have lowered the shot and powder tubes absent the stoppers. It must be a right of passage. 😂

Can you show or tell me what I need to convert a 600 and 9000 to shoot steel shot

The first station deprimes and resizes the brass.

In uk most grounds are now doing away with plastic wades , can you use anything else apart from plastic. Great video.

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t have any solid information but I’ve heard manufacturers will be producing biodegradable wads that will be acceptable to use in the UK. You might want to call around to some local ranges and see if they have any information.

Quick question. Can you use this setup for slugs? I seen a video of a guy loading 7/8 oz slugs and crimping them on a lee load all. Just wondering if it could be done on this machine as well

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

To be honest I don’t have a huge amount of experience loading slugs. I know for sure some of the operations can be made on this press but most of the time people roll crimp the hulls. Roll crimping can’t be done on this machine to the best of my knowledge. Wish I could give you more info but I’ll be loading slugs later this year and I’ll be posting videos on it when I do.!

I used a Lee for a long time, bought a Mec at an Easte Sale and never looked back

Can you give me a link on how to change your MEC from 2 2/3” to 3”

I mount my reloaders on a cookie sheet. So when I drop shot or powder it all ends up on the cookie sheet and not the floor. Thanks for the video.

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes that’s a great idea.!

Great Video, Just ordered a 9000GN 12ga. Dose it come with different charge bars or do I need to purchase them?

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

You have to order bars and bushings based on what your loading.

I use a universal charge l notice you have to tweak it a bit from there formula

So, do I need a MEC for each Guage.

Thanks for doing a good job in your presentation. I'm new to reloading, but due to the lack of 410 rounds, I have decided to reload my own shells. I prefer to use 3 inch shells, but have a number of 2 3/4 inch. Will this machine do both. Can I switch it out to do 12 gauge.

@vaughnprecision

Жыл бұрын

The MEC is gauge specific, but it will do 2-3/4 and 3” with a couple quick adjustments.

@rceme74

Жыл бұрын

@@vaughnprecision Thanks for the info.

I'm completely new to this. Can I assume this kit would be everything I'd need for the tool side, for making new shotgun rounds? I assume so, after watching the video and looking at the stuff on gbot. Just wanting to make sure this is everything I'd need.

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

It depends on what you plan on reloading. This machine is set up for loading 1-1/8oz 7.5-8 shot 2-3/4” shells. Also, depending on the powder your using your may need a selection of powder bushings

Want to get into reloading my own duck loads in tungsten & bismuth for next season. Will this machine do the job? How accurate/precise is the factory charge bar delivery? Is it true your bound to only a certain type of powder or shot sizes etc?

@vaughnprecision

6 ай бұрын

You will need different charge bars for different metals/sizes you want to run. MEC has them available most the time. This machine will do it, I’ve loaded steel shot on it. The charge weights are close, not perfect but none of them are and never will be. The shot isn’t perfect round so it never stacks the same, that’s also true with powder. That said, it’s very consistent and reliable. I don’t regret owning this machine is what I’m saying.

Great video.... looks like a quality machine, will it refill 2 1/2 inch shells... maybe with mods.... ?

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

Buster B to be honest I’m not sure about a 2-1/2 she’ll. Best reach out to MEC for that answer

Looking at the 600 jr and I’m curious if I’ll have to adjust pre crimp/final crimp for different brands, lengths of shells or 6 vs 8 point crimp.

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

Yes but adjustments are very simple, you can also do 6-8 crimp

@DKG_Paintball

3 жыл бұрын

@@vaughnprecision thank you for a quick reply! I don’t really load target loads, mainly hunting loads. I use a few different hulls, mainly Remington STS and fiocchi for 1 3/8oz predator loads and federal gold medal grands for 1.5oz predator loads and turkey loads.

awesome video. I just got a supernova and am excited to maybe start reloading my own shells. Where do you recommend getting the materials for reloading?

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

You can’t find components right now, but when they are available I go to ballistiproducts online

@joshoster1918

3 жыл бұрын

@@vaughnprecision damn so its just as hard getting the stuff to make ammo as it is to just buy ammo huh?

hello any load data for federal top gun plastic base using straight wad for 1 ⅛ and 1 oz lead shot with fed 209a primer. looking to use hogdon clay or universal powder. thx curt..

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t have any data for that

Great videp, what s the difference with the bushing number

@vaughnprecision

Жыл бұрын

Each busing number is a specific powder charge based on the powder your using

All of my shotbars need reamed out to drop the correct load of lead shot. They always drop light.

How do you like the Remington hulls compared to the Winchester AA?

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

To be honest I don't have an educated opinion yet. That said, many experienced shooters I know prefer the Remington's more!

Hello Vaughn. Thanks for the great video. I shoot competitive sporting clays and ive been thinking about reloading my own. Is it any cheaper than buying ammo at the current price of $10 a box?

@vaughnprecision

Жыл бұрын

It comes out roughly the same in cost, you might save a little especially if you buy in bulk. The major upside, when the stores are all out of ammo you can load up and keep competing

@adamzoubi7018

Жыл бұрын

@@vaughnprecision Thank you sir. My math was definitely off, i was thinking i would end up paying .20 cents per round if i reload. I usually pay $400 after tax for 1000 rounds. Which double what i used to pay.

What powder bushing did you use> Also looks like #8 shot>

@amberwilliams185

7 ай бұрын

Never mind I got a head of myself.Haha

Use a magnet to pick up your bb shot, to separate them

He’s back!! And he’s got immaculate teeth!! Welcome back dude.

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

😂 it’s nice to have some teeth back in my face!

Are the numbers on the powder bushings in grains?

@vaughnprecision

9 ай бұрын

No, you’ll still need to measure the charge. The number has a listing of estimated grains you can find online

Do you think I could find that equipment in Ireland .?

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

Not a clue, sorry

Yeeeaa nice too see you again I wanna build a 260 reminton is there any way u could help

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

I'm sure I can

@juniorperezgarcia3791

4 жыл бұрын

So how can we get on contact ? I have a model 10 savge I would like a shilen barrel with muzzle break

Best mec video on youtube. I purchased 2 used 12ga. mec loaders 600 jr. And versa mec. Some parts may be missing,,, how do i source parts mec site is not that helpfull to " self " find my vintages or parts info.

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

I would contact them directly, they are super helpful in my opinion.! Email or call them and I’m sure they’ll help you out

Where do you buy your bulk reloading items? Thanks

@tylerinfinity1317

2 жыл бұрын

Let me know of you find an answer. I had the same question

How does this compare to the Lee load-all? Is it worth spending the extra $200?

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

In my opinion it’s much better

when are you going to do a video on 3 inch setup

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been wanting to do that for a long while now. As soon as I can find components I’ll shoot the video. It’s just been impossible to find all the things I need..!

What are your thoughts on the Mec Marksman? Do you still like it?

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

Joe Subler best press I ever owned.! I still highly recommended it

I want hulls lol

👍💯

Ordered one yesterday. On it's way. Lee Load All is great but it's time solid and not as squeaky.

Everyone spills at least once

So the bar measures out the powder?

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

Yes but you have to select the correct bushing that drops in to the bar for the powder weight your looking for.

@JBWorkshop90

3 жыл бұрын

@@vaughnprecision I'll have to do some more research right picked up reloader for 75 bucks that came with the powder the shot and everything and I've never done it before last thing I want is to put too much gunpowder in

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

@@JBWorkshop90 MEC has a bushing chart. It will show you what bushing number for each powder and how much the charge weight will be. It’s a very accurate chart.!

I've owned a few MEC 600 Jr presses over the years. They make a pretty nice load that feeds through most guns I have used them in. I noticed that over time the crimps sometimes flare on hulls like Federal Top Gun if they aren't used within a couple weeks of loading. Have you ever experienced that?

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

Dan Selvig not yet I haven’t, but I’ll definitely keep an eye out for it. I’m using mainly the Remington STS hulls once fired. Maybe a hull issue.? Not sure on that one

@ddselvig

3 жыл бұрын

@@vaughnprecision I have to think that Federal uses a softer plastic than the other manufacturers. I never see that problem in their factory loads, so I think that their factory crimps may have been heat set. I have tried setting the crimp in place using a taper crimp attachment, but that only slows down the "crimp creep". Guess I'll have to rethink whether I should shoot up my remaining Top Gun reloads and load Win AA hulls only.

@jaketacosik8334

2 жыл бұрын

@@vaughnprecision 3inch reload setup , waterfowl/upland

@vaughnprecision

2 жыл бұрын

@@jaketacosik8334 once I’m able to get all the stuff to reload my goal is to load for waterfowl..!

You want to sell that charge bar?

You end up using that adjustable bar? I’ll buy it if not. In Olympia.... lol

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

Wes Mischke I’m not using it.! Make me and offer

@wm12ga

3 жыл бұрын

Vaughn Precision $60?

@vaughnprecision

3 жыл бұрын

Wes Mischke sold, my email is vaughnprecision@gmail.com

No videos for awhile... everything ok?

@vaughnprecision

4 жыл бұрын

justin mitchell just working on healing up. I’m back in action now.!

@justinmitchell1079

4 жыл бұрын

@@vaughnprecision awesome.. glad you doing good... love the videos...