mounting a press with out the brackets

[rumplestilskinfish]

I build a work top (bench) way before i even thought about reloading . now i want to mount a press but i need to be able to remove it and still have a smooth counter top. my bench is 1-1/4 ply topped with hard board and the front is trimmed in a 2x6 redwood . so if i bolt down a press the front 2 bolts will be bolted into trim. any ideas, or products out there that can help

i will try to load a pic but i dont know how. i will poke around a bit more

[bigbossman]

T-Rails embedded in the surface? Like so:

http://ultimatereloader.com/2011/03/27/the-new-reloading-bench-system-at-ultimate-reloader/

[Citadelgrad87]

Check out inline precision. They make a plate that flush mounts to the front of your bench and takes quick release plates that you can attach not only presses but things like a vice.

They also make raised mounts that "lean" forward, offset towards the user, that puts the press close to the counter edge even though the base is set back somewhat.

I used to mount temporary stuff with wing nuts on carriage boots, with four it was plenty sturdy, but I never mounted a press that way.

[BeFrank]

I mounted my press to an oak board and then use "C" clamps to mount the board on my bench (I originally did it this way to be able to reload at a dinner table in an apartment I was renting)
Works well and lets me quickly move my press and powder measure off if I need the bench for another project.

[rumplestilskinfish]

tks guys . i like the t rails or the oak plank . i don't think the steel mount will work cause i don't have easy access to the bottom of the bench where the plate locks in

[Enfield47]

I mounted my press to an oak board and then use "C" clamps to mount the board on my bench (I originally did it this way to be able to reload at a dinner table in an apartment I was renting)
Works well and lets me quickly move my press and powder measure off if I need the bench for another project.

I did the same thing using a 2x6 for my turret press. It is rock solid, won't mar the top surface, and can be easily removed in seconds if necessary.

[bohoki]

elevator bolts to a plank that you clamp to the countertop

i clamp mine to a barstool to reload