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Redding Big Boss Single Station Press 79000
Redding Big Boss Single Station Press 79000
Engineered for magnum-style cartridges, the Redding Big Boss Press features a massive cast-iron frame with a strategic 36-degree offset for optimal visibility and workspace access. With a 3.8-inch ram stroke, a 1-inch diameter ram, and heavy-duty linkage, it delivers effortless leverage and precision across demanding reloading tasks.
This single-station press includes a removable steel adapter bushing that accepts standard 7/8"-14 dies or can be removed for larger 1-1/4"-12 dies. Built with dedicated priming arms and a positive ram travel stop, it provides exceptional consistency, durability, and versatility for precision handloading.
Key Features
| Brand | Redding |
| Model Number | 79000 |
| Product Type | Single Station Reloading Press |
| Frame Material | Cast Iron |
| Ram Stroke | 3.8 in |
| Ram Diameter | 1 in |
| Thread Compatibility | Standard 7/8"-14 (Removable Bushing to 1-1/4"-12) |
| Package Dimensions | 19.5 x 9.25 x 7.85 in |
| Package Weight | 13.2 lb |
| Mounting Pattern | 3-Hole (Requires 5/16" Bolts) |




Highlights
- UNMATCHED MAGNUM CAPACITY - Made for magnum cartridges, the Redding Reloading press features the longest ram stroke (3.8") & largest frame opening in its class; A 1" diameter ram and heavy-duty linkage ensure smooth, effortless operation with the largest brass, making every reloading step consistently smooth
- HEAVY-DUTY CAST IRON - The massive cast-iron frame of this single station, built for lifetime durability, features a strategic 36-degree offset; This provides immense strength while granting optimal visibility and easy access to the die and shellholder
- SELF-CONTAINED PRIMER SYSTEM - It simplifies priming with a smart arm that auto-positions with ram travel & includes dedicated large/small arms; The Big Boss II model adds a superior spent primer system, routing all debris through the ram into a rear capture tube for an immaculate workspace
- ULTIMATE DIE VERSATILITY - The removable steel adapter bushing accepts all standard 7/8"-14 threaded dies; For specialized applications, the bushing can be removed to accommodate larger, heavy-duty 1-1/4"-12 threaded dies, offering exceptional adaptability for ultimate precision & durability
- REFINED FEATURES - Thoughtful details include a positive ram travel stop for consistent alignment, a magnetic spent primer catcher, and an adjustable shellholder system; The press is also compatible with an optional slide-bar automatic primer feeder to further streamline the reloading process
Compatibility
Compatible with standard 7/8"-14 dies and large 1-1/4"-12 threaded dies (with adapter bushing removed). Accepts standard universal shellholders and optional slide-bar automatic primer feeders.
How to use
Mount the press securely to a sturdy reloading bench using three 5/16" bolts. Install the operating handle and tighten the locknut. Thread your 7/8"-14 die into the top bushing, adjust per instructions, and insert the proper shellholder into the ram's T-slot before operating one batch of cases at a time.
What's included
- Redding Big Boss Single Station Press
- Operating Handle and Locknut
- 7/8"-14 Steel Adapter Bushing
- Two Priming Arms (Large and Small)
Frequently asked questions
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