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Finding quality 28 gauge shells on the shelf can feel like a treasure hunt, which is exactly why a dedicated press like the MEC Sizemaster earns its keep. This is a cast-iron, single-stage machine built around the sub-gauge crowd, giving you full control over every component that goes into your subgauge loads. It handles both low and high base shells, works with plastic or paper hulls, and comes factory set for 2-3/4 inch shells with easy adjustment up to 3 inch.
The headline feature is the Power Ring collet resizer, which brings every base back to factory specification whether you're working with brass or steel heads. That resizing station is the main reason folks step up to the Sizemaster over MEC's more basic 600 Jr, and it pays off when you want reloads that chamber clean every time. The Spindex crimp starter swivels to line up with the original creases in your hull, so your finished crimp looks the way it should instead of fighting the shell.
The E-Z Prime auto primer feed comes standard and dispenses primers automatically, which saves time and keeps a nice rhythm going at the bench. It ships with a 3/4 ounce charge bar and three powder bushings sized 14, 16, and 21, giving you a solid starting point for common 28 gauge recipes. At a comfortable pace most folks can turn out roughly six to eight boxes an hour, somewhere in the 150 to 200 shell range once the machine is dialed in.
The single-stage layout is a favorite for a reason. It slows you down just enough to learn what's happening at each station, which makes it a strong pick for newer reloaders and a handy second press for experienced loaders developing new recipes or running short batches. The cast-iron frame shrugs off years of handle pulls, and if you ever want to run a different gauge, MEC offers die sets to make the switch.
Yes, the single-stage design is a well-regarded starting point because it forces you to slow down and understand what happens at each station. Many reloaders have shells rolling off the bench within an hour of unboxing, since setup is straightforward. It's also a handy second press for seasoned loaders working up new recipes or running short batches.
The Power Ring collet resizer squeezes every shell base back to factory specification, whether the head is brass or steel and whether it's high or low base. This is the main feature that separates the Sizemaster from MEC's simpler 600 Jr. The result is reloads that chamber cleanly and feed reliably.
It comes factory set for 2-3/4 inch shells, but it adjusts to handle 3 inch shells without much trouble. That flexibility lets you cover both standard field and target loads along with longer hulls on the same press.
Yes, MEC offers separate die sets that let you convert the press to other gauges. Keep in mind each conversion requires the correct die set for that gauge, so it's worth checking what's involved before you commit to a swap.
| UPC | 098489011204 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 812028 |
| Caliber/Gauge | 28 Gauge |
| Length | 23.1000 |
| Product Type | Shotshell Reloading Press |
| Shipping Weight | 18.0 |
| Thread Pattern | Multi-Size |
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