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Why is the Forster CO-AX press so sought after?
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<blockquote data-quote="iShoot17" data-source="post: 1568685" data-attributes="member: 33670"><p>I enjoy my Co-ax, but I believe every press has benefits and draw backs. As an example, depriming on a Co-ax is great because the primer always goes down the tube. Depriming (bulk) on a Co-ax is also tedious because a full stroke is required to open and close the jaws. In addition, the centered handle is very nice, but can also be a pain in the butt over bulk sessions because of the position and arm movement required.</p><p></p><p>As for concentricity - I can't say I have found much difference. I've done comparisons between presses (Dillon, RC Supreme, and Co-ax) and have found little, to no difference. I did find that changing dies often had unfortunate results on concentricity, but not so much presses.</p><p></p><p>I enjoy each of the presses I use, and like I said, they all have their place. If I were to speak to a new reloader (not saying you are, just presenting a case), I would say that the Co-ax is nice, but I don't think the holy grail mentality is needed. I'd say save some money on the press by getting another quality press, for less funds, and spend money on good dies. Don't hold out on reloading just to get the Co-ax!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="iShoot17, post: 1568685, member: 33670"] I enjoy my Co-ax, but I believe every press has benefits and draw backs. As an example, depriming on a Co-ax is great because the primer always goes down the tube. Depriming (bulk) on a Co-ax is also tedious because a full stroke is required to open and close the jaws. In addition, the centered handle is very nice, but can also be a pain in the butt over bulk sessions because of the position and arm movement required. As for concentricity - I can’t say I have found much difference. I’ve done comparisons between presses (Dillon, RC Supreme, and Co-ax) and have found little, to no difference. I did find that changing dies often had unfortunate results on concentricity, but not so much presses. I enjoy each of the presses I use, and like I said, they all have their place. If I were to speak to a new reloader (not saying you are, just presenting a case), I would say that the Co-ax is nice, but I don’t think the holy grail mentality is needed. I’d say save some money on the press by getting another quality press, for less funds, and spend money on good dies. Don’t hold out on reloading just to get the Co-ax! [/QUOTE]
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