Downsizing my reloading operation.

oldmanFCSA · December 30, 2023, 12:56 PM

Benchguy, and/or others nearby,

I'm downsizing my reloading operation (due to severe medical mobility reasons and others such as aging) getting rid of lots of STUFF including Brass, Bullets, Powder, some Primers, reloading dies, Presses, etc. I also have about 6 rifles, 2 T/C Contenders with 4 barrels, 2 shotguns, that I may part with also. Most of my hunting and target rifle collection was Gifted to my children.

My shop is near Osceola, WI which is NE of St Paul about 40 miles. Dependent on your needs it definitely would be worth your while to travel to my location.

I teach reloading and reloading processes like annealing for FREE. I will demonstrate how I anneal rifle cases and may part with some equipment.

What are your needs???

**Unclenick** · January 1, 2024, 04:01 PM

I made this into a new thread. Can't be hijacking one on a different topic. Good luck downsizing.

HiBC · January 3, 2024, 05:37 AM

I don't need your stuff, its just sad to learn of your health issues.

You still have knowledge, skills and experience.

Hang in there!!

olduser · January 9, 2024, 08:17 PM

Sorry to hear about your situation. I am not too far behind you. I have started to contemplate what I will do with my modest collection of reloading equipment.

50of4064 · February 7, 2024, 10:41 AM

Feel your pain, I am rowing that same boat.
Your skills and knowledge are what you have honed over the years, that can not be lost or wasted due to health and age. We may not be able to go out and physically enjoy our sport, but by God, our expertise can be, should be, shared with others...hang in thier bud, ...we're pullin for ya!

gnappi · February 13, 2024, 06:01 AM

Lots of us in similar circumstances.

I found a lot of my stuff in local "for sale" online sites, maybe a post to those if you have any?

My son is 28 and I hope he gets an interest in reloading before I'm gone.

gns4me · February 14, 2024, 04:02 AM

I too am looking at health issues and shooting and reloading is pushed aside Bad back and reloading bench is in basement Hard to use stairs been 6-8 weeks since i've seen it Hope is in the future. find locals to share knowledge with and let go of what they can use PASS it on can be our motto

December 30, 2023, 12:56 PM	#1
oldmanFCSA Senior Member Join Date: November 8, 2010 Location: WISCONSIN Posts: 283	Downsizing my reloading operation. Benchguy, and/or others nearby, I'm downsizing my reloading operation (due to severe medical mobility reasons and others such as aging) getting rid of lots of STUFF including Brass, Bullets, Powder, some Primers, reloading dies, Presses, etc. I also have about 6 rifles, 2 T/C Contenders with 4 barrels, 2 shotguns, that I may part with also. Most of my hunting and target rifle collection was Gifted to my children. My shop is near Osceola, WI which is NE of St Paul about 40 miles. Dependent on your needs it definitely would be worth your while to travel to my location. I teach reloading and reloading processes like annealing for FREE. I will demonstrate how I anneal rifle cases and may part with some equipment. What are your needs??? __________________ OldmanFCSA = "Oldman" at www.fcsa.org FCSA Member, SCSA Member, NRA Member, & AMA Member "Oldage & Treachery will overcome Youth & Skill" Last edited by oldmanFCSA; December 30, 2023 at 01:03 PM.

January 1, 2024, 04:01 PM	#2
Unclenick Staff Join Date: March 4, 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 21,063	I made this into a new thread. Can't be hijacking one on a different topic. Good luck downsizing. __________________ Gunsite Orange Hat Family Member CMP Certified GSM Master Instructor NRA Certified Rifle Instructor NRA Benefactor Member and Golden Eagle

January 3, 2024, 05:37 AM	#3
HiBC Senior Member Join Date: November 13, 2006 Posts: 8,289	I don't need your stuff, its just sad to learn of your health issues. You still have knowledge, skills and experience. Hang in there!!

January 9, 2024, 08:17 PM	#4
olduser Senior Member Join Date: August 10, 2020 Posts: 100	Sorry to hear about your situation. I am not too far behind you. I have started to contemplate what I will do with my modest collection of reloading equipment.

February 7, 2024, 10:41 AM	#5
50of4064 Member Join Date: April 20, 2009 Location: Southern Calif. Posts: 52	Feel your pain, I am rowing that same boat. Your skills and knowledge are what you have honed over the years, that can not be lost or wasted due to health and age. We may not be able to go out and physically enjoy our sport, but by God, our expertise can be, should be, shared with others...hang in thier bud, ...we're pullin for ya!

February 13, 2024, 06:01 AM	#6
gnappi Member Join Date: June 26, 2005 Posts: 65	Lots of us in similar circumstances. I found a lot of my stuff in local "for sale" online sites, maybe a post to those if you have any? My son is 28 and I hope he gets an interest in reloading before I'm gone.

February 14, 2024, 04:02 AM	#7
gns4me Junior Member Join Date: January 19, 2022 Posts: 12	I too am looking at health issues and shooting and reloading is pushed aside Bad back and reloading bench is in basement Hard to use stairs been 6-8 weeks since i've seen it Hope is in the future. find locals to share knowledge with and let go of what they can use PASS it on can be our motto