Been tossing around ideas of updating from my old crappy bench that was not in the best spot in the basement. The bench was too large to move into the other room and the bench was 30+ years old and in rough shape. Wanted something a little more updated and legit. Did not want to go crazy. Small, effective, and inexpensive.
Found the workbench at Lowes for under $200. Has alight, 3 drawers, power strip with USB outlets built in, upper storage compartment, pegboard, and fiberboard top.
Also took the opportunity to upgrade the basic RL550B Dillon press when I made a stop at Shooters Outpost in Hooksett, NH on my way up north to deliver a motorcycle for work. I had acquired this press from my gf's father for a very low sum of money with all the dies and toolheads. Added the strong arm mount, roller handle, bullet tray, and shell holder. He had it for quite some time and used to shoot competitively so this press has some miles on it but still performs flawlessly!
Also picked up a smaller 3" vise from Harbor Freight while I was getting a new 6" vise for my shop to throw on the bench. I want to double up bench use for some cleaning and other misc gun work. The vise was like $15 after I scored an employee price from a friend that works at the store.
Here is the new Setup
Here is a quick shot of the old setup
Just moved my shelving unit over with all my components and loaded ammo till I get a cabinet or safe moved down there. Coming together nicely. Just thought I would share this. Have had a hard time and have been going back and forth for months trying to figure out if I wanted to use my poor woodworking skills to "build" a bench. But I am a mechanic, the Lowe's bench was all metal and sleek and bolted together. Couldn't pass up the deal on it.
Found the workbench at Lowes for under $200. Has alight, 3 drawers, power strip with USB outlets built in, upper storage compartment, pegboard, and fiberboard top.
Also took the opportunity to upgrade the basic RL550B Dillon press when I made a stop at Shooters Outpost in Hooksett, NH on my way up north to deliver a motorcycle for work. I had acquired this press from my gf's father for a very low sum of money with all the dies and toolheads. Added the strong arm mount, roller handle, bullet tray, and shell holder. He had it for quite some time and used to shoot competitively so this press has some miles on it but still performs flawlessly!
Also picked up a smaller 3" vise from Harbor Freight while I was getting a new 6" vise for my shop to throw on the bench. I want to double up bench use for some cleaning and other misc gun work. The vise was like $15 after I scored an employee price from a friend that works at the store.
Here is the new Setup
Here is a quick shot of the old setup
Just moved my shelving unit over with all my components and loaded ammo till I get a cabinet or safe moved down there. Coming together nicely. Just thought I would share this. Have had a hard time and have been going back and forth for months trying to figure out if I wanted to use my poor woodworking skills to "build" a bench. But I am a mechanic, the Lowe's bench was all metal and sleek and bolted together. Couldn't pass up the deal on it.