Reloading trays - What brand for Dangerous Game calibers?

[deewayne2003]

I am beyond tired of seeing "universal reloading tray" only to confirm they will not hold .416Rigby, .470NE, ect.....

Example of not so universal tray

MTM Universal Reloading Tray 50-Round Plastic Red

The MTM Universal Reloading Tray makes a great addition to any reloading setup. It holds almost every rifle caliber from the 17 Remington through the...

www.midwayusa.com

So the question being, what brand or where do you get reloading traying that fit DG calibers?

 

[Firebird]

I made my own-took a piece of 1x6 pine and drilled holes to the desired diameter of the brass. Would use heavier wood next time but it worked just fine-

 

[JimP]

While I don't load for a DG caliber I do a lot of reloading and haven't used a reloading tray in over 30 years. I prefer loading in steps and use empty buckets or something that will hold the number of brass that I am working with.

First step is decapping and sizing, throw that case into a bucket.

Then once I have done all the brass I'll then clean it, if just wiping it down I'll put the cleaned brass into another bucket

The same with priming.

Then finally load the cartridge I'll do each one separately loading one case at a time with powder then bullet.

 

[PHOENIX PHIL]

I am beyond tired of seeing "universal reloading tray" only to confirm they will not hold .416Rigby, .470NE, ect.....

Example of not so universal tray

MTM Universal Reloading Tray 50-Round Plastic Red

The MTM Universal Reloading Tray makes a great addition to any reloading setup. It holds almost every rifle caliber from the 17 Remington through the...

www.midwayusa.com

So the question being, what brand or where do you get reloading traying that fit DG calibers?

I think this will work for you.

Universal Ammo Reloading Tray | Frankford Arsenal

Universal Reloading Tray

www.frankfordarsenal.com

 

[Ridgewalker]

If you are inclined to make your own, I’d suggest a 5/8” endmill in either a plastic or nylon plate. Or you could make them out of 3-4 plastic cutting boards screwed together.
Just a thought if you can’t find one of the proper size.
Take a look at this one. Should fit the Rigby.

Lyman Custom Fit Reloading Tray 0.615 Hole Diameter 338 Lapua Mag,

Lyman’s Custom Fit Loading Blocks are designed to provide a precise fit for a family of cartridge sizes. Made from tough, durable polymer, Custom...

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[deewayne2003]

While I don't load for a DG caliber I do a lot of reloading and haven't used a reloading tray in over 30 years. I prefer loading in steps and use empty buckets or something that will hold the number of brass that I am working with.

First step is decapping and sizing, throw that case into a bucket.

Then once I have done all the brass I'll then clean it, if just wiping it down I'll put the cleaned brass into another bucket

The same with priming.

Then finally load the cartridge I'll do each one separately loading one case at a time with powder then bullet.

I hear what your saying JimP.... but that gets REALLY slow when you have to weigh out 2grn of Dacron per round.

Firebird - Likewise I agree with what you said, actually I gave some .416 & .470 cases to a local man that makes custom cutting boards and asked him to make me some trays and that was 3 months ago and haven't heard a word from him and I'm not really looking to make another project out of buying the proper bits & lumber.

So anyone else know where I can find some large caliber reloading trays?

 

[deewayne2003]

I think this will work for you.

Universal Ammo Reloading Tray | Frankford Arsenal

Universal Reloading Tray

www.frankfordarsenal.com

I appreciate the effort PHIL... but they don't work with rimmed cases such as the .470ne

 

[Proneshooter]

I am beyond tired of seeing "universal reloading tray" only to confirm they will not hold .416Rigby, .470NE, ect.....

Example of not so universal tray

MTM Universal Reloading Tray 50-Round Plastic Red

The MTM Universal Reloading Tray makes a great addition to any reloading setup. It holds almost every rifle caliber from the 17 Remington through the...

www.midwayusa.com

So the question being, what brand or where do you get reloading traying that fit DG calibers?

I have blocks, in 404 Jeffery, from this company and have been very happy with them. Good product and he ships quickly. I believe he will do them on a custom basis if he does not stock the size you need.

Long Range Accuracy Ammo Reloading trays | Longe Range Accuracy AR15

Long Range Accuracy Ammo Reloading Trays

longrangeaccuracy.net

 

[PHOENIX PHIL]

I appreciate the effort PHIL... but they don't work with rimmed cases such as the .470ne

I was out of the house watching the Alabama/ND game earlier and thus away from the garage. Frankford Arsenal tray number 9 will take the 470NE's. Those are 470's in the tray and they are sitting flat.

 

[PHOENIX PHIL]

The link I posted in first post was wrong, but this one shows the one you want:

Perfect Fit Reloading Tray #9 | Frankford Arsenal

Perfect Fit Reloading Tray #9

www.frankfordarsenal.com

 

[CAustin]

Made my own using a 2x6 and a forstner bit. Art Sr working up a 470 NE load for me is using it in the picture above.

 

[deewayne2003]

The link I posted in first post was wrong, but this one shows the one you want:

Perfect Fit Reloading Tray #9 | Frankford Arsenal

Perfect Fit Reloading Tray #9

www.frankfordarsenal.com

Thank you sir that is just the trick!

 

[fourfive8]

I understand the issue. When I looked couldn't find the right ones or they were out of stock or shipping was more than value. So, I just made my own. Two sizes to fit most any larger case. Straight, flat 3/4" pine board, drill bits or auger bits (sharp Forstner would be ideal), 1/4 ply or oakum backing. The two I made have holes .640" and .720". Drill through the 3/4" material, being careful to minimize chip outs. Screw 1/4" material to bottom. Place felt pads on corners.