Where are MEC presses made?
Where are MEC presses made?
the USA
The MEC Marksman® single stage reloading press and accessory products are made in the USA in Mayville, WI. The MEC Marksman® is made from ductile cast iron for superior quality and durability. Our patent-pending self-centering shell holder provides greater reloading accuracy and consistency.
Who makes MEC reloaders?
Mayville Engineering Company
MEC Reloaders Since 1955, Mayville Engineering Company has been designing, building and servicing the best shotgun shell reloaders in the world. From children to seniors, from the casual hobbyist to the competitive shooter, generations of customers have put their trust and have given their loyalty to MEC reloaders.
What is a MEC reloaders?
Since 1955, Mayville Engineering Company has been designing, building and servicing the best shotgun shell reloaders in the world. From children to seniors and the casual hobbyist to the competitive shooter, MEC reloaders have earned the trust and loyalty of generations of customers.
How many times can I reload a shotgun shell?
Anywhere from zero (some types are NOT reloadable) to several thousand (full brass Greener shells). Most 8 to 12 times. Quality hulls are usually good for around a dozen loadings.
Can you reload old shotgun shells?
To start reloading shotshells, you will need a press, a scale, and a solid bench to bolt or clamp the press to. Materials needed are: hulls, primers, plastic wads, powder, and shot. Shotshell presses come in either single-stage or progressive models.
What is a good powder for reloading shotgun shells?
Alliant Red Dot and Green Dot powders also make excellent shotgun reloading powder. Red Dot burns quicker and has a little bit more recoil than Green Dot. Most shooters prefer Red Dot for lighter loads, and Green Dot for heavier loads.
Are all Winchester AA hulls the same?
Winchester advises that the original Win AA and the new Win AA-HS hulls are interchangeable. In the general sense of speed and pressure this may be true. However, there are some fit and finish concerns that require attention and different, accomodating components.
