md66948
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I like it but it is not what I am looking for at this time.
WTK: Best Hand Primer
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Bucklowery
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I am sure not the best but I have the RCBS and it meet the need for sure. I like it and only load about 50 at a time
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danj
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frankford arsenal
QuietTexan
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I use the RCBS hand primer. Have used it for a very long time, and works great. I like that I don't have to touch individual primers becuase they feed from a flip tray.
The 21st Century click adjustable is what I would use if I wanted to upgrade to a more precise handheld.
I have a CPS but still use the RCBS for some things. It works more than well enough for the majority of shooting that I load in small batches for. You won't catch me loading 400x 223AIs for P-Dogs using the RCSB but for quickly loading up 20 more 30-06 rounds to smoke whitetail and pigs with it's more than good enough. Basically if primer seating tuning would make a smaller difference than some other step of the process (using an FL die, not cleaning brass, measuring powder with a scoop, etc) there's no benefit from it. Different ways of loading for different goals.
The 21st Century click adjustable is what I would use if I wanted to upgrade to a more precise handheld.
I have a CPS but still use the RCBS for some things. It works more than well enough for the majority of shooting that I load in small batches for. You won't catch me loading 400x 223AIs for P-Dogs using the RCSB but for quickly loading up 20 more 30-06 rounds to smoke whitetail and pigs with it's more than good enough. Basically if primer seating tuning would make a smaller difference than some other step of the process (using an FL die, not cleaning brass, measuring powder with a scoop, etc) there's no benefit from it. Different ways of loading for different goals.
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Primers are single loaded by hand.
Thin Latex gloves work fine.
I use a pair of tweezers. Works Great.
Orient the primers on a paper towel open side up & go to work. Easy smooth process.
I can process a fair amount in short order, & the priming tool is very comfortable to use.
My hand doesn't get fatigued at all.
Just press the handle till it bottoms out against the tool body. It's a consistent positive stop.
Has click adjust for .001 per click depth control.
High Quality machined parts.
MagnumManiac
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K&M is the best "hand priming tool" you can buy. I have 2 RCBS hand primers, the early version that uses a shell holder and the Universal. I have the K&M, but with my damaged hands, I prefer the bench mounted CPS system. I can no longer use a hand primer for anything but 44 mag priming…
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Laelkhunter
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I have the early model RCBS that uses the individual shell holders. I like it, but it seems you can overseat the primer and crush it if you try to go too fast.
Another vote for the Frankford arsenal , I have the rcbs also but prefer the depth setting ability of the frankford. Rcbs crushes primers to easily if I hand it to a kid…. I can set the frankford and just turn them loose
Axl
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I have the CPS (2-3 years) and I love it, but it is a luxury priced item.
I also have the Frankford (7+ years) it is the best hand prime tool without having to touch the primers
I have the 21st century (5 years) it is better than the FA, but it's single load.
I have also owned the Hornady, RCBS, and lee- all have been re-homed as they are not in the same class as the ones above.
I also have the Frankford (7+ years) it is the best hand prime tool without having to touch the primers
I have the 21st century (5 years) it is better than the FA, but it's single load.
I have also owned the Hornady, RCBS, and lee- all have been re-homed as they are not in the same class as the ones above.
These are 2 I have and both work fine.
www.midsouthshooterssupply.com
www.midwayusa.com
Frankford Arsenal Vibra Prime Primer Tube Filler
Load 100 primers into a primer tube in a matter of seconds with the Frankford Arsenal Vibra Prime Primer Tube Filler. It comes with 2 primer tubes and adapters.
www.midsouthshooterssupply.com
Lee New Auto Prime Hand Priming Tool
Redesigned for 2017! The Lee New Auto Prime Hand Priming Tool is the updated version of a time tested classic. The Auto Prime has been designed to work...
www.midwayusa.com
My bad the FA only fills tubes.These are 2 I have and both work fine.
Frankford Arsenal Vibra Prime Primer Tube Filler
Load 100 primers into a primer tube in a matter of seconds with the Frankford Arsenal Vibra Prime Primer Tube Filler. It comes with 2 primer tubes and adapters.
Lee New Auto Prime Hand Priming Tool
Redesigned for 2017! The Lee New Auto Prime Hand Priming Tool is the updated version of a time tested classic. The Auto Prime has been designed to work...
FireFlyFishing
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RCBS with universal case holder. I've used this thing for years and never needed anything different except when I load on my Dillion which is part of the progressive system anyways. Takes about one minute to change to the other primer size.
