Forster CO-AX Press Instructions Manual

Owner’s Instruction Manual For
Forster Co-Ax® Press
Fine Rifle and Pistol Reloading Tool
(Order 028271)
SUCH A PLEASURE TO USE, ONCE YOU HAVE LOADED YOUR CASES YOULL WANT TO
PULL THE BULLETS AND RELOAD THEM OVER AGAIN. ITS HARD TO BELIEVE THE
FANTASTIC CLAIMS WE MAKE FOR THIS PRESS. BUT, ONCE YOU TRY IT, YOULL SE\
E
WHAT WE MEAN. CHECK OUT THESE GREAT FEATURES FROM A TO Z...A. Powerful Leverage... 40:1 mechanical advantage as the handle moves th\
rough a full 180
degree stroke.
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B. Snap-In and...

T. There is no torque on the head of this press that might impair the al\
ignment of either the
die and or the shell holder. The center of forces coincide with the cent\
er of work, thereby
eliminating the need for braces that might obstruct visibility and or co\
mplicate the operation.l   
U. Self-Acting Shell Holder Jaws permit insertion of both a bullet and a\
 cartridge case into
the die, thereby reducing danger of injuring the operator’s fingers.l   
V. The handle is always in an easy, accessible...

PHOTO 23) To adjust the die vertically in the “T” Slot of the
press frame, back the die most of the way out of the
lock ring. Bring the handle all the way down against
the stop. Hold the lock ring and screw the die
through the lock ring until it makes contact with the
jaws of the Shell Holder. (see photo) Use a slotted
screwdriver to lock the ring in place on the die. Do
not over tighten lock ring retaining screw (#28)! This
screw should be just tight enough to keep the die
lock ring under tension. The...

PHOTO 6Caliber Adjusting Screw Adjustment Method B 
- for
seating only
This shorter screw (#43) is located in the front hole of the
guide block (see photo #6). This is only used when using
seating method “B” which is described here. Hold the index
finger against the side (not the bottom) of the case. Bring
operating lever down (see photo #7). Shell Holder will
automatically open and close over the case rim. Bullet will be
seated and the jaws will automatically open to release the
case when the handle is...

PHOTO 8
FOR RIGHT-HANDERS
Facing the tool, take a position to the right of the tool; bring operati\
ng handle forward
approximately 90 degrees. Insert primer from rear with right hand; many \
reloaders wear
thin medical gloves on the primer hand. It aids in grip and keeps oils f\
rom contaminating
the primer. Insert case in universal jaws with left hand.
FOR LEFT-HANDERS
Take a position to the left when facing the tool; bring operating handle\
 forward
approximately 90 degrees. Insert primer from rear...

17 Rem
222 Rem.
222 Rem.Magnum 223 Rem.
224 Weatherby 351 S L
5.6 X 50
 
 221 Rem. ÒFireballÓ 30 Luger
30 Carbine 32 S & W
32 S & W Long 32 Short Colt32 Long Colt
32 Colt New Police 32 Auto (7.65mm) 357 Magnum9mm Luger380 Auto
38 Auto Colt Pistol
38 Super Auto Colt Pistol 38 S & W Special38 Short Colt38 Long Colt
Larger side of the “S” Jaws will handle the following cartridges.
218 Bee
219 Zipper
22 Savage
224 Weatherby 5.6 X 50
22-250 Rem. 6 mm Rem. 243 Win.
25-06 Rem.
6.5 Carcano 6.5 Jap
270 Win.
270...

For best working conditions, your bench should be about 38 inches high. I\
f you do not have a
reloading bench yet, a felt pad under the base will prevent marring your\
 spouses dining room
table.
This is a fine machine, please oil the moving parts. Wipe all unpainted \
parts with oil to prevent
rust.
When not in use, keep a dust cloth over your FORSTER PRESS. Care for it \
as you would any
other prize possession.
The Co-Ax® is made from Iron castings. Dropping or sudden stress neve\
r enhances the life...

 
 
Click on diagram at rightfor an enlarged view.