I just picked up two Mec 600 jr presses with all the dies and attachments for $500. I also got 10 reloading books. Looking forward to getting some work done. Appreciate the good video, thanks!

I just picked up a 600 “jr” for $20. Thanks for the video. I plan to fix it up and use it for sure.

Nicely done!! Hell of job filming one handed, plus went over everything in detail with easy to understand instructions. Great job!

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😁 Post-editing stabilization helped too haha, but it still took some work 😉

Very well done! You explain things clearly and thoroughly.

You know a LOT about how it works! Excellent video! Excellent explanations! Thank you!

@thereloadingcraft

8 ай бұрын

You’re most welcome, thanks for watching!

Thank you! That was very well explained.

An outstanding video that clearly explains the tweaks and tips on how to operate the MEC 600 jr. Well done!

@thereloadingcraft

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😁

Nice of you to make this video. I bought a pre 82 at pawn shop for $45 yesterday. Missing the containers and primer attachment pocket.

@PoppaWheelies

5 ай бұрын

Primer pocket , bottles , and powder bushings ordered !

@CarlPapa88

Ай бұрын

​@@PoppaWheeliesGot a deal there. 👍

Excellent Detail I was able to obtain a MEC Jr. over 20ish years ago....still in the box. Unfortunately, I have yet to set it up. Being a visual learner... With this video, I'll have NO problem...(fingers crossed)

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help! If ya have a questions, I’d be happy to answer as well

That was one of the best instructional videos I’ve ever seen here. You did well but what else would you expect from someone that can do a near flawless restoration on a device like you did.👍🏻🇺🇸

Nice work bringing that old Mec back to life 👍 Good info 👍

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!! It was rewarding for sure, and they’re not too hard to work on honestly.

I’m picking on of these up tomorrow second hand. Thank you so much for this video,

Thank you every much for making this video. I learn more from you in vides than I learned from talking witn Mec. I have ask a lot of people and you have made this so simple.

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it! ☺️ If you’ve got any other questions, feel free to drop a comment or email me! (Email address on my info page)

This was one of, if not, the best video I’ve ever watched on shot shell reloading. In a few days I’ll have received a used MEC 600 Jr. and this will be extremely helpful as I set it up to use. Thank you kindly for this video. Cheers!

@thereloadingcraft

5 ай бұрын

You’re most welcome, and thank you for those kind words! If you have any questions setting it up, feel free to email me at thereloadingcraft@gmail.com! ☺️ Happy to help!

Thank you for posting this. I've been thinking about upgrading and now I'm going to for sure. Love the setup and walk through.

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

You are most welcome, and glad you found it helpful! If you’ve got any questions, feel free to drop a comment, or contact me via email!

An amazing video with great detail 👌 you are a natural teacher ❤

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Well thank ya! ☺️ Happy to help 👌🏻

Many Thanks! I was given a pre 1982 MEC 300 Jr. like yours and in similar condition . My press is old enough that the handle and other metal parts are blued instead of paint! I dissembled mine and boiled the metal parts for an hour an used a Carting wheel to remove the remaining rust. Boiling water will convert the iron oxide to iron nitrate which can be removed with the carting wheel and not damage the bluing! Your video answered my questions about how to set up and adjust the press.

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help! I love how well MEC made these machines that even years later they’re still easily maintained

Great video, i've just been given two Mecs and this is a big help.

@thereloadingcraft

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! ☺️

Fantastic walk through. Thank you!

@thereloadingcraft

11 ай бұрын

You’re most welcome! Glad it could help!

Just got an old one myself. Missing the final crimp die and the 2 bottles but that appears to be it. We will see. Excellent video thank you.

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

You’re most welcome! If there’s anything I can do to help, let me know!

WOW JUST WOW! Great job!

@thereloadingcraft

Ай бұрын

Thank you!

Excellent details, thanks.

@thereloadingcraft

11 ай бұрын

Most welcome, thanks for watching!

Great Video - very clear and concise

@thereloadingcraft

5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Very nice video. I just ordered a brand new MEC 600 JR MK5 for .410, and another one for 28 gauge. I found both of them on eBay. Couldn't find them in the gauges I needed in any of the local sporting goods stores.

Very good video! Thanks

@thereloadingcraft

5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you! Very informative

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

Excellent video. I have a 10g press I just picked up cause I want to be able to star crimp sometimes instead of just roll crimp. Need to adjust everything now.

@thereloadingcraft

10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

🔥🔥🔥great job 🤝

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😁 if ya have any questions feel free to ask or email me!

great info thank you sir

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

Will it do 3 1/2 inch

Can this press crimp shell hulls with LEE Lead-cast slugs in it? Thanks!

Just saw one for $80 shipped on eBay. Not bad.

Great instructions. Nice rebuild. Love my 600 Jr. Mk V in 410. I find it precise, reasonable to adjust, easy to use especially when compared to the Lee Load All. (I have both). Buckshot must be loaded manually. Does the old version have the ability to tilt the shot and powder bottles backwards? That way they can be emptied without making a mess.

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Yep! The Pre-82 model can tip the top backward as well. Any recommendations for buckshot? That’s next on the list!

@phild8095

Жыл бұрын

@@thereloadingcraft ballisticproducts has some nice PDF manuals. I have the Small Bore Manual 11th edition which has reliable load data for 410 buckshot. I'm sure if you look around there you will find a manual for the manual you need. They also sell buckshot and other components.

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

I will give them a look!

What brand and color of paint did you use? I have an older 20 gauge press I want to restore but MEC doesn’t sell the paint. Thanks

Does this work on high brass or do you need another die set up?

Can you give me some information on how to get the squirrel out of the crimp

Just picked one up. Is the cost same as buying the 12 gauge?

I have a mec 250 available for 40 bucks but just wonder if it’s too old to try n use.

I'm not sure how old my MEC is, the resizer is a squizer resizer.

Very informative video. Do you have one in .410? my shot tube has always had a problem with shot binding or clogging as the shot drops. I’ve replaced the tube with same results. The tube is brush cleaned. Mec rep said to coat the shot with foot powder, I’ve also tried dry graphite but no luck. The shot still jams as it falls. Any advice?

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Interesting 🤔 since mine is only in 12, I don’t know if the shot tubes are different sizes between the models. What size/type of shot are you using?

@mattpie595

Жыл бұрын

@@thereloadingcraft 7 1/2, 8 for my Judge snake gun. I use that due to rifling in the judge. It gives a decent pattern at 2-3 paces. However just added a semi 410 and may try different shot size.

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Hmm, 7.5 or 8 shot should be plenty small enough to drop reliably, I’d think. What’s an approx. diameter on the drop tube?

Where did you get the plastic type pre crimp and crimp/taper pieces?

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

You can order directly through MEC, or I got mine through Ballistic Products Inc. BPI is a huge shotshell reloading retailer and stocks a lot of parts for MEC presses and others. They were a little bit better price than direct through MEC, so I went there.

I've got an old Mec jr that I'd like to set up for Turkey loads but I'm confused how to choose what bar an bushing to use

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

So choosing the bar just comes down to figuring out what amount of shot you want. (7/8, 1oz, 1.25 oz, etc…) From there, a loading manual should have a chart saying for X-grains of a certain powder, use bushing number whatever for this load. Basically you figure out what load you want to use, then get the right size shot bar and then bushings to match the proper powder charge. Check on a scale after setup to ensure its correct, of course.

In your demonstration, you did one at a time. Can you stagger the shells so you're doing a progressive load? Would this be an issue? Disregard...I asked before seeing the end. My bad

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

I get asked that a lot haha, because the ram travels down to different positions for each station (and you need 3 operations in the powder, wad, and shot) so it would put the operations out of step.

What are both the bottles filled with? Sorry new to this and would love to try this out cheers!

@CarlPapa88

2 ай бұрын

Shot on the left. Powder on the right.

How do you tell the differance between the pre 83 and post 83.

@thereloadingcraft

11 ай бұрын

Easiest way for me is to see if the dies are steel or plastic, and to look at the wad guide, though there are other small nuances as well.

What kind a where can I get the powder you recommend

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Shotshell powder is fairly hard to find still. Some of the dual purpose pistol/shotgun powders are the easiest to get currently.

almost impossible to obtain shot. any recommendations?

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Depending on where you’re located, mom&pop style gunshops can be your best friend for finding shot, so you don’t have shipping costs. If not, there are places like BPI and RotoMetals that will ship shot to you.

Can you load other shells like9 MM OR 223

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Not on this press. It is shotshell only.

Can these do buck shot, primary 00?

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

They can, however the buckshot will need to be loaded into the wad by hand.

@Gspsx

Жыл бұрын

@@thereloadingcraft Thanks!

Still use one for 16 & 20 gauge loads. They run forever.

@thereloadingcraft

8 ай бұрын

They really do. Very durable and maintainable

What powder do you use?

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

I have used several. Hodgdon Clays, Alliant Clay Dot, and Titegroup all have different loads that work well

Would you mind telling me what you paid for it? Thanks

How much order this machine details sir

@CarlPapa88

Ай бұрын

Google "MEC 600 Jr".

How much ?

@thereloadingcraft

Жыл бұрын

Because they’ve been out so long, you can get a used one for $100 up to a new one for $300-350

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