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With a hand-operated, portable design, you can quickly and easily prime your brass from the couch. The primer tray automatically orients the primers for seating and features a hard stop that ensures you cannot crush a primer.
This tool is a must-have for any reloader. In the second number position, we select RCBS. The RCBS hand priming model is the predecessor of the universal hand priming tool.
Everything about the tool is the same, except that it still requires shell holders and they have to be RCBS shell holders.
Safety mechanism separates the seating operation from the primer supply, virtually eliminating the possibility of tray detonation. The RCBS primer is significantly higher quality in virtually every way and does not require special shell holders which would probably end up lost.
Overall, this is a great tool and pretty fast once you get the hang of it. Once you get this thing set up it works really well. It is a super pain in the butt to switch from large to small primers but at least it uses your existing shell holders.
It is much more progressive than my Lee hand primer so be careful not to push too hard or you might over seat or pop one-off due to overpressure. RCBS Universal is our third choice. Primers do not jam at the ram. Clearing primers from the ram area do not cause primers to flip over. This would at times result in inserting a primer backward. A patented safety gate isolates the primer seating operation from the primer supply virtually eliminating the possibility of tray detonation. We like this priming tool because it is working with a minimum of aggravation.
I had a Lee Auto-prime XR and it was a piece of crap that jammed and double fed primers and a whole list of problems.
The old Lee priming tool worked fairly well, but the new XR with so-called safety features works like crap. This RCBS is a much more reliable tool. In our review, this is well worth the money. You do have to bump the primer holder from time to time to make sure the primers feed, but the pathway is clear plastic, so you can see if they are feeding or not.
We have used it for 38 and small primer 45 with Federal primers in tuned revolvers, that do not tolerate high primers. We have yet to have that problem. I can seat the primers all the way in the pocket very easily. This priming tool impressed us. Also check on the grip if it is properly contoured or not.
It should fit your hand perfectly. Choose the lightweight priming tool if you want it to be portable. Heavy hand primers will be difficult to carry. So choose a product that needs a workbench and can be mounted. A hand priming tool for reloading is the best way of saving few bucks and getting the job done conveniently. All of the tools listed here are great and worth the money. But, which is your favorite?
Let me and other users know through the comment section below. Your email address will not be published. Cons The least ergonomic model which needs only a thumb for priming Plastic parts make it fussy. Cons Expensive compared to other products in the same category Less ergonomic design can make it a little bit difficult for new users. Cons It works only with the boxer primers You may need to use crimped brass for de-priming.
Pros One of the most ergonomic tools for priming Due to the plastic parts, you can easily view the A to Z process Quickly prime hundreds of shells without any discomfort Top-rated features and still available at an affordable price Easier and convenient operation. Cons Not portable Must be bench mounted for use. Pros Made in the US, so quality guaranteed A single-stage lever system makes it unique, fast, and precise The portable design is user-friendly Flawless feed for all shell types The primer tube can hold up to primers.
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Affordable Ergonomic and easy to use Appealing stainless steel finish Twist-and-lock method keeps the cartridge fixed Different shell holders are sold. Affordable Easy to use Comes with a primer tray Safe from detonation and chain reactions Option for shell holders. Large automatic priming system Separate primer operation from tray Option for shell holders Made with durable cast metal Shell holders can be reused. Sinclair International - Sinclair Priming Tool 1.
Lee Precision Ergo-Prime 1. Hornady - Handheld Priming Tool 1. Why we picked it: Aside from the cast metal build of this hand primer, it is also ergonomic. Lee Precision Ergo-Prime. Why we picked it: The ergo-prime name of this priming tool is accurate as this hand primer is the most ergonomic on the list. Ergonomic Has automatic priming system Separate primer operation from primer tray Easy to use Affordable.
Why we picked it: This universal hand priming tool is best for those looking for versatility but wants to save a few bucks. Ergonomic Has automatic priming system Separate primer operation from primer tray Has universal shell holder Uniform shell holder helps save money.
Hornady - Handheld Priming Tool. Why we picked it: Hornady is just like any other hand priming tool. Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat. Why we picked it: Aside from the hand priming tool itself, the Frankford perfect seat hand primer comes with 12 shell holders out-of-the-box. Made with die-cast zinc and steel Has injection-molded casing Automatic priming system Hard stop feature Free 12 shell holders. Expensive purchase price. Your Guide to Buying. Shell Holders Inclusion When selecting the best hand priming tools for reloading, consider the shell holder included in the package.
Portability Hand priming equipment is supposed to be a portable device.
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