Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Press Loader – Ammunition Reloading Press with Quick Change Lock-N-Load Bushing System, EZ-JECT System and Powder Measure – Enjoy Fast and Reliable Reloading – Item 095100
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- Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive Reloading Press Reload up to 500 rounds per hour with this professional grade, auto indexing, 5 station progressive press that features the patented Lock-N-Load bushing system. This must-have Hornady reloading equipment is intuitive and well equipped for all your reloading needs
- Fast Reloading Lock-N-Load technology allows you to stop loading, change dies and start loading another caliber in a matter of seconds thanks to the 5 station bushing system. Switch from 223 to 45 in less than 5 minutes
- Quick and Reliable Ammunition Press The Lock-N-Load powder measure uses quick change metering inserts that allow you to switch from one powder to another with a push of a button. The EZ-JECT system ensures a reliable ejection of cartridges, every time without adjustments
- Smooth and Precise With a single pull of the handle, youll feel the smooth responsiveness, the rugged construction, and most of all, the power on this single stage reloading press! And since the AP features automatic indexing, priming and ejection, every pull of the handle give you a precisely loaded round
- What's Included Hornady AP Press Item 095100. Includes 5 Lock-N-Load Die Bushings, 1 large cartridge bin, primer pickup tubes, metering inserts and rotors, Lock-N-Load Powder Measure, and case activated powder drop. All you need are dies and shell plates to start loading with your AP
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Item Package Dimensions L x W x H: 18.03 x 14.06 x 12.8 inches
Package Weight: 15.34 Kilograms
Item Dimensions LxWxH: 20 x 14 x 11 inches
Item Weight: 29 Pounds
Brand Name: Hornady
Warranty Description: No-Risk, Lifetime Warranty
Model Name: 095100
Color: RED
Material: Cast Iron
Suggested Users: unisex-adult
Number of Items: 1
Manufacturer: Hornady
Part Number: 095100
Included Components: LNL AP Loader
Size: Packs
Sport Type: Hunting, Shooting
Date First Available: June 8, 2005
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I have wanted a Lock n Load AP press for years. I would try them out in the stores and noted the incredibly smooth operation and quality build. Last summer I decided it was time to move from a Lee 4-hole Classic Turret Press to a full progressive press, as I do a lot of pistol shooting and compete some. I am baffled by some of the negative reviews. They are either written by blue press blue juicers or are incompetent and/or impatient. I took a full day to set up the press. It wasn't so much because it will take you that long, but I wanted to UNDERSTAND how it works, not just slap it together. I had a few hickups but nothing that was insurmountable. The large primer slide broke when a primer got stuck under the shell plate and I forced the ram up. Don't do that! If it isn't working smoothly, stop and see what's causing it. I called Hornady for a replacement part under warrantee and they could not have been more accommodating and friendly. The part came promptly so that I could resume reloading. My recommendation is to take time to set it up and get to know how it works before trying to load 500 rounds for the coming match. Now that I've been using it for about a month...I absolutely love it! It just looks so good on my work bench. I've loaded hundreds of 9mm and 45acp. I'm using Tight Group and Badman coated Bullets and the ammo is so quality and my shot groups are so small...very happy with loads. The other reviews have excellent advice on how to set up and use the presss. My primer feeding system works flawlessly after using emory paper lightly on the tip of the primer feed and primer slide. I use Lee dies without a powder cop, as I like to visually inspect each round for proper powder (it takes milliseconds). I'm a senior and it took a few sessions to feel comfortable doing full progressive mode, but you can start with just doing one round at a time and then work up.... 1.) Place brass 2.)Prime brass 3.) Place bullet...repeat...Easy Peasy!!! Before each reloading session take 30 seconds to make sure each die is firmly in place and hasn't backed out slightly, check powder and primer levels, make sure shell plate is clean over and under plate, and make sure shell plate nut is tight (not over tight). Yo can use a lock washer on shell plate flat washer If you want. I don't need to, so I don't. If you are an impatient type or don't want to take time to understand the press, stay away and just buy a Dillon like the sheep with herd mentality do. If however, you appreciate and enjoy fine engineering, smooth machinery and superb, accurate ammo, get the Hornady Lock n Load AP! I love mine and have no intention of replacing it. It just looks so good on my work bench! Happy reloading!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2018 by Skyflyer
I started my reloading career on a single stage Lee press and made many, many rounds on it. I finally did my research and settled on the Hornady Lock N Load AP. Here's what I love about it: Fit and finish wise, it's perfect. Everything works, it comes pre lubricated, and it comes with very clear setup instructions. What's even better than the instructions are the myriad of videos and how-to documents on the web that go into very good detail on getting it dialed in. After mounting it to my bench I set it up for 9mm. Out of the box it comes with the large primer feeder and the rifle powder drop, but they're both relatively easy to change out. Getting it to index properly took a little bit of time, but next to no effort. You just adjust the two screws for the PAWLS at the bottom, one for the down stroke index, one for the up stroke index. Once the detents are seating correctly, you're ready to rock and roll. After working out my process flow, which I'll detail later, I'm able to pump out about 400-500 rounds an hour (timed myself, got 11 rounds in 1 minute, but when you account for picking up a dropped round or reloading the primer tube, I think 4-500 is reasonable). Here's what I don't love - the bushings aren't great. My lee had two advantages over the hornady. 1 - the bushings had a small detent where they locked in, so you could lock the bushing and then adjust the die. The hornady bushings do not lock in, so some times if you are trying to unscrew a die slightly to be the right length, you instead unscrew the bushing - very frustrating. 2 - the lee bushings have a scalloped / rough perimeter and the hornady bushings are completely smooth. This makes tightening the bushing or releasing it increasingly difficult because you can't get a grip on it. The bushings are also quite a bit larger than the lee bushings, so I can't fit my dies in the original die box with the bushings still on. I've also found that the indexing action of the shell plate, when the ball detents lock in, causes a bit of a shock wave through the plate. In my 9mm and 223 cases, it's been known to kick out a few kernals of powder. Not a huge deal, but frustrating. If the powder gets into the primer feed path, then it becomes a problem as the primers won't index properly. Lastly, there's no easy way to remove the primers in the feed tube if you don't use them all. Every time you run the risk of dumping them all over the floor. I have added a new roller-handle and a primer alarm, both from Inline Fabrication and both awesome additions. I use position 1 for the sizing die (I deprime on my single stage, before cleaning). Position 2 holds the powder drop (which, btw, is relatively easy to swap from rifle to pistol, and is relatively easy to dial in for proper load size and drop). I have purchased a universal powder through expander for pistol cartridges from powderfunnels - a huge time saver. Position 3 holds my powder cop (safety first). 4 is the bullet seating and 5 is the crimp. Swapping between calibers takes a little time, especially getting the powder drop to dispense the right amount of powder while also belling the neck just the right amount, and then setting the powder cop. I wouldn't want to do it for only a few dozen rounds, but it's not so much effort that I lament the process. So now that I've added a few after market parts, tuned it to time right, and got it running - I absolutely love the reloader. I have probably pumped out over a thousand rounds over the past 2 - 3 weeks, just because it's that easy. Not a ton, but learning a new tool takes time. I am very glad I bought this and don't have to single-stage each and every round any more.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2015 by Kevin Darm
I'm new to reloading, but I shoot a lot so instead of doing what every beginner should and buy a single stage press I saved up a little and got the AP press due to the fact I knew I would use it a lot. But after it came I quickly realized it was far more technical than I expected. I found out there were a lot of parts I still needed and a lot more money that still needed to be spent. I was fine with it bet I knew I would have to save up for a little bit to get it all. But after about 100 hours of reloading YouTube videos and four months I was able to actually start reloading. Wishing I had a guide right off the bat to tell me what I need and why I ended up making one for any other new beginner. So here it is. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ***Disclaimer: Do not follow my advice blindly, do your research on each piece of equipment. The prices I have stated are not set in stone, they were what I spent. I would advise you to shop around to get the best deals*** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **What you still need: --Hornady Lock N Load Auto-Progressive Reloading Press http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PD01NS/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $462.64 *Notes: Does not have to be this press --Hornady Lock N Load Ap & Projector Shell Plate http://www.hornady.com/store/Choose-Shell-Plate-by-Number/ $41.33 *Notes: Each shell plate is for a different caliber, when you buy make sure you get the correct plate for the caliber you are reloading. Here is the guide http://www.hornady.com/assets/files/shell_holder.pdf --Hornady Shell Holder http://www.hornady.com/store/Choose-Shell-Holder-by-Number/ $5.00 *Notes: Each shell holder is for a different caliber, when you buy make sure you get the correct holder for the caliber you are reloading. Although RCBS makes a similar looking holder, it will NOT fit in the Hornady setup. Here is the guide http://www.hornady.com/assets/files/shell_holder.pdf --Reloading Dies http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PD6PO2/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $43.89 *Notes: All reloading dies from all companies are universal to each other's presses. So you don't have to stick to Hornadys dies (I do because I like them) --Digital Scale http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BDOHNA/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $29.14 *Notes: Digital scales are a little more expensive bet worth it for the time you save --Digital Caliper http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002JFMIO/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $10.60 *Notes: Digital calipers are convenient for speed but if money is tight you can go traditional --Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner & Dry Lube http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-Shot-Cleaner-DynaGlide-Aerosol/dp/B000LC9YM2/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1375560230&sr=1-1&keywords=hornady+gun+cleaner $13.28 *Notes: Used when you put the press together and clean all the parts --Hornady One Shot Spray Case Lube http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-Shot-Spray-DynaGlide-Aerosol/dp/B0001NA29U/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1375560743&sr=1-1&keywords=hornady+case+lube $13.44 *Notes: This or any case lube is an absolute need or your rounds will get stuck in the die. This one is cool because you don't have to wipe it off after you deprime and resize so if you have an AP bench like mine you can just keep going. --Case Trimmer http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-50140-Camlock-Case-Trimmer/dp/B000PD6QJ6/ref=sr_1_7?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1375561942&sr=1-7&keywords=case+trimmer $88.99 *Notes: This will trim the case down to size. Needed because after firing the case expands --Cartridge Reloading Guide http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-Edition-Handbook-Cartridge-Reloading/dp/B00A95QWGM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1375563579&sr=8-2&keywords=Reloading+guide $39.80 *Notes: Tells you the specifics of each round. There is a different manual for each projectile. So if you use Hornady bullets you will use their guide, RCBS you you'd use theirs, etc. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **What you need to clean the brass: --Case Tumbler http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-Case-Tumbler-110-Volt/dp/B000PD1XE4/ref=sr_1_17?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1375559938&sr=1-17&keywords=media+tumbler $83.58 Used to remove the carbon from the rounds. I advise not to deprime before use because the media will get stuck in the primer hole. --Tumbling Media http://www.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-287178-Brass-Cleaning/dp/B001GX8DS6/ref=sr_1_4?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1375561385&sr=1-4&keywords=tumbling+media $20.10 The corn cob media is a little more fine grain and less likely to get stuck --Metal Polish http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-9993-Case-Polish/dp/B002L9D8VQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1375561809&sr=1-1&keywords=hornady+metal+polish $14.17 You would put this in the tumbler with the rounds to give them a nice polish --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **What I would recommend: --Bullet Puller http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001B7ZB4Q/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $17.15 Used when you mess up a round, it pulls the projectile out --Primer Turning Plate http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OPL80Q/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $17.56 used to make sure the primers are set the right way before you put them in the primer tube --Universal Ammo Reloading Tray http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-1536-480040-Universal-Loading/dp/B000GU8WU4/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1375559333&sr=8-3-fkmr2&keywords=universal+ammo+reloading+tray $11.38 Used to hold your rounds for inspection, and helps with precision loading powder --Case Prep Tool http://www.amazon.com/Lyman-Universal-Case-Prep-Accessory/dp/B0034LAVUG/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1375562159&sr=1-2&keywords=case+prep+tool $55.79 This is used after depriming and trimming to make sure all the holes are clean and free of debris --Stuck Case Remover http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Y6ZJQ6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $18.99 Used in case you get a round stuck in the die --Hornady Micrometer Rifle Lock N Load Powder Measure http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003O1WOJ2/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $27.99 Used to better measure out the powder in the Hornady Powder Drop for rifle calibers --Hornady Micrometer Pistol Lock N Load Powder Measure http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OPR300/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $39.89 Used to better measure out the powder in the Hornady Powder Drop for pistol calibers --Powder Cop http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003D6ZLXE/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $30.57 Used to make sure you don't put more powder in than you should --Hornady Lock N Load Die Bushing 10 Pack http://www.amazon.com/Hornady-Lock-Load-Bushing-Pack/dp/B00162OLTW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1375563887&sr=8-1&keywords=Hornady+AP+die+bushing $42.22 Would recommend if you are reloading multiple calibers, it makes change over much faster. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **What you need for precision loading: --Hornady Lock N Load Ammo Concentricity Gauge http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001KZ3NNK/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $99.99 Only needed for precision reloading --Powder Funnel http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PD1XI0/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $5.78 Used for more of an exact measurement --Hornady Microjust Seating Stem http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GU9VU4/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 $24.99 Used to get an exact seating depth with the projectile --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I hope this helps! I will be making some tutorial videos soon and will post a link here.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2013 by Michael
I am absolutely blown away by the quality of the Hornady Lock N Load AP press, especially at the $400 price it often goes for on Amazon (as of September 2014). Whether you're an experienced reloader looking to "upgrade" to a high quality automatic progressive press, or a new reloader who wants to jump directly into a progressive press for high-volume reloading (instead of starting with a single stage press as most people do), this is hands down the best quality-for-the-money ("bang-for-the-buck") progressive press on the market. WHAT DOES IT INCLUDE? The press comes with five lock-n-load bushings and a powder dispenser, but NOT a die set or shell plate, both of which are caliber specific and must be purchased separately. Add on those two accessories, though, and you will be ready to reload your favorite caliber at a pace of 200-600 rounds per hour for only around $500! WHY DO SOME PEOPLE RATE IT NEGATIVELY? Looking at the negative reviews here on Amazon and elsewhere on the web, I am convinced that those comments stem from users who have not set up the press correctly. It is also quite suspicious that so many of the negative comments end with some variation of the claim that "I finally spent twice as much on a Dillon as I should have done in the first place. Lesson learned: You get what you pay for." Such comments would seem to imply that the (much) lower price on the Hornady Lock N Load AP is much lower in quality than a comparable Dillon press. That's simply not the truth. Dillon presses are indeed excellent, but for nearly twice the price, they offer little noticeable benefit except for a visibly superior COSMETIC finish. Functionally, the Hornady Lock N Load has proven to be just as capable, and some of its features--like the excellent Lock N Load bushing system--actually make it more desirable, in my opinion. Compared side by side with other brands, the Hornady press has more visible casting marks and uneven textures. But the red finish still looks very attractive, and all of the press's MECHANICAL components are precisely machined for smooth, accurate reloading. After seeing the press in action, I can say without reservation that it is NOT substantially inferior to the Dillon in its operational build quality. I can only assume that many of the negative reviewers either work for Dillon or are looking to justify the fact that they spent twice as much for a press that is only 10% "better"--and mostly in a cosmetic way. Properly set up, the Hornady Lock N Load AP is a serious reloading press, a joy to operate and behold. HOW DO I SET IT UP CORRECTLY? It does take some fiddling to get the press set up correctly, but the difficulty of setting up the Hornady doesn't strike me as any worse than any other press. With a little patience to dial in each die station correctly, this press will run like a Swiss watch. Best of all, ONCE you get the die stations dialed in correctly, the fantastic Lock N Load bushing system lets you lock in the setting securely. Thereafter, if you want to change calibers, you can simply twist the bushings to swap out the dies and install a different set. When you reinstall the dies after they've been set once, they HOLD that setting very well to ensure repeatable results again and again. This is one of the most outstanding features of the Hornady press, and one of the main reasons (besides price) that I chose it over the Dillon. Besides the convenience of easily swapping out dies for different calibers, the bushings also make it easy to quickly remove stations to clear them out of the way for better access to one station that, for example, you might need to get a wrench on to tighten or loosen it. Instead of going over the initial cleaning and set up, I'll just recommend that watch the YouTube video series posted by user Bill Morgan. Search for "Hornady LNL AP Press Set Up Hints and Tricks, Part 1" to begin his outstanding, multi-video coverage of virtually everything you need to know to set the press up right. I don't know Bill personally, but his videos about setting up this press are top notch and will spare you a lot of headaches. Also, make sure you clean the press thoroughly when you first get it with a high quality cleaner and dry lube, like Hornady One-Shot, which works great. HOW ACCURATE IS THIS PRESS? After fiddling carefully with each station to get it set up correctly, I was able to produce better-than-factory-accuracy ammo (.223 Remington) on my first try with this press. In addition to this press, I purchased these two add-ons: - Hornady Improve Shell Plate (17 Remington, 17/222, 17/223, 220VT., 20 Tactical, 204 Ruger, 221 Remington, 222 Remington, 222 Remington Mag., 5.6X50 Mag., 223 Remington, 6mm/223, 6X47 Remington, 6mm TCU., 6.5mm TCU., 7mm TCU., 7mm/223 Ingram, 7X47 Helm, 380 Auto) - Hornady 223 Remington Custom Grade Reloading Dies(Series I Two-Die Set) The Hornady resizing/de-priming die works great as long as you snug up the spindle with a wrench and use a generous amount of case lube on the brass (Hornady One-Shot Lube works great). The bullet seating die is also outstanding as long as you hold the bullet into place and guide it up into the die as you stroke the handle. Every bullet seats firmly to a consistent depth (i.e., it holds the depth you set VERY accurately) and appears perfectly centered in the case--an observation that is born out by the impressive accuracy of the resulting shots. You do NOT need an expanding die for .223 cases. The two dies in the Hornady set are all you need in addition to the included powder dispenser that comes with the press. The powder dispenser is also surprisingly accurate. At first, I had a hard time getting it to throw a consistent charge. But then I discovered that the dispenser tube wasn't screwed in entirely, and as soon as I fixed that and made a few adjustments to the depth of the station, I suddenly started getting dead-on-accurate throws EVERY time. I'm using IMR 4320 powder, which is a mostly round, but slightly extruded powder that seems to work very well in the Hornady powder dispenser and is less finnicky about temperature changes than a true ball powder. When I tried measuring the loads by dispensing into the pan on my scale, I got inconsistent results, but when I started running cases up into the dispenser and then dumping the powder from the case onto the pan of my beam scale, I got an EXACT 23.5 grains EVERY time for nine in a row! After that, I checked the powder throw every 30 cases, but I needn't have done so. It was spot on every time! Of course, if you want those kinds of results, you have to make certain you clean your powder station very thoroughly and set it up properly (as I said above, go watch Bill Morgan's videos!). One last accuracy note: Using CCI Small Rifle Primers (#400) with the small primer seating parts properly installed on the press, I had zero troubles with shallow or unevenly seated primers. It just works! PROBLEMS AND SHORTCOMINGS The Hornady Lock N Load AP press's printed instructions and included video leave a little to be desired. They're not bad, but you really need to consult both to have a good understanding of how to set up and operate the press. There are some things that aren't adequately covered in the print instructions that are much better explained in the video. For instance, it isn't clear how to grease the press unless you watch the video, which is the only place that makes mention of how much grease to use. The only problem I had with my press is that, right out of the box, the plastic/nylon tip (ferrule) to the small primer pick up tube was broken. Instead of two clearly defined prongs, it looked as if it had been melted and cracked. I contacted Hornady using their online contact form, and with no questions asked, within a week they had mailed me a replacement tip/ferrule at no charge, so it seems that their customer service is very good. Of course, it was a very inexpensive part... perhaps if it had been a more significant problem, they would have been less accommodating (?). I can't say, but my sense is that they offer good support for their customers. CONCLUSION All in all, this is a phenomenal press. If you have any doubts about it, watch Bill Morgan's videos. Not only will they tell you all the things you need to know to get this press running like a Swiss watch, but also you will see the press in action and feel more confident about its quality. I still don't know why there are so many folks who bash this press or claim that it is vastly inferior to the Dillon. All I can say is they are wrong. It is a fair match for the Dillon, at a MUCH better price, with some features that are even preferable over the Dillon, and you won't be sorry you bought it. And sweetening the deal, if you buy this press, Hornady includes a rebate for 500 free bullets (all you pay is shipping), which is like getting almost an additional $100 off the price of the press! I say buy it, and happy reloading! (Remember to be safe and use your brain, don't get in a hurry.) [UPDATE 12/12/14: Well, I've been reloading on this press for awhile now, so I thought it was time for an update. I love it! So far, I have had zero problems with the completed rounds I've loaded, and only two issues with the reloading process. One issue is that with the lead-tip "Varmint" .223 caliber bullets from Hornady, the lead noses of the bullets are soft enough that if you don't keep the bullet oriented exactly right as you press it up into the seating die, it can turn sideways and get stuck inside the seating die, crushing the brass case in the process. It is very hard to feel that the bullet has shifted until it is too late and the case has been crushed. This only happened three times in the 250 rounds I loaded with those bullets, but I thought I should mention it. It's arguably an issue with those particular bullets, rather than the press. The other issue is more serious: The Lock N Load bushing on the powder station can (and often does) twist and unseat itself after awhile. This never happened on the first 100 - 150 rounds I loaded; however, now it happens at least once every 50 rounds I load. The reason this is dangerous is because it allows the powder station to rise up out of the press, instead of pressing the bullet up inside to activate the powder drop and throw a (proper) charge into the case. If you don't notice it, then when you move to the next station and seat the bullet, you've just created a squib load. Squib loads are dangerous because when you put them in your gun, the primer may have enough force to discharge the bullet into the barrel of your rifle, but without a charge of powder, the bullet usually will stop somewhere in the barrel. Since you hear a "pop," and the round may even eject (or you may rack the bolt to clear it), you might think the round fired fine. But if you fire off the next round without thinking to make sure the barrel is clear (i.e., not realizing you just had a squib load), the pressure of the next shot in a clogged barrel can (almost certainly WILL) blow up your barrel and possibly injure you. So watch out for that! One fix is to buy a thin rubber O-ring from the hardware store and install it just under the lip/rim of the Lock N Load bushing. That way, when you lock it down, it compresses the O-ring and locks in extra-tight, which seems to correct the issue very effectively. Squib loads are always a greater risk on a progressive press, of course, but I just wanted to note that--due to the powder station's tendency to work the LnL bushing loose--they are a much higher risk on the Hornady LnL AP. Those issues aside, I LOVE THIS PRESS. It produces very fine, very accurate, very consistent ammunition--at least in the .223/5.56 caliber I've been loading exclusively so far. Don't reload distracted. Pay attention to the FEEL of the primers going into the case (you can feel when you miss a primer--though, so far, that has only happened when a stray grain of powder jamms the primer loading tray); pay attention to the FEEL of the bullet as you guide it into the bullet seating die; and pay attention to the LOOK and SOUND of the powder station as it is throwing a charge correctly and locked down securely. With an eye on those details, you can avoid most of the frustrating or dangerous issues that can arise with a press, and your ammo will come out great if your components are good. One last tip that has helped me: I leave an open station BETWEEN the powder station and the bullet seating die, which allows me to visibly inspect and confirm the powder level of each case before I seat a bullet. I suppose you could insert a powder check station, but I find it more reassuring to actually see the powder levels for myself (and I'm pleased to see them throwing so consistently!). Hope that update/advice helps you!]
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Reviewed in the United States on September 28, 2014 by Candid Reviewer
I bought this press a little over a year ago when I wanted to increase my output per session loading 45ACP, 223 Remington and 308 Winchester. I have been reloading for 5 or 6 years now, and I started with a Lee Classic Turret press. The Lee was a great started press and I could do about 100 rounds of 45ACP in an hour at a comfortable pace. Like with any hobby, sometimes it is more fun to buy the tools than it is to do the work. The Lee press was more than capable of meeting my reloading needs, but I wanted something new and saw this LNL press as an opportunity to get a new piece of hardware and also increase my output in a given loading session. Setup of the LNL was pretty easy. Probably the worst part was cleaning the powder drop assembly. I cleaned it per the instrucions (followed both online and written instructions), and my WIN 231 powder still stuck to the sides of the powder measure. I think I screwed up and used the wrong cleaning solution. I went back and cleaned everything with Brake Cleaner, and it worked out great. In terms of operating the press, it functions really well, with the exception of sometimes not cycling the shellplate all the way to the next stop. This seems to occur when the tiny holes underneath the shellplate where the ball bearings sit get dirty or a piece of powder in them. A quick spray from the air compressor cleans them out and things seem to function well from there. I fount the price of the press and the shellplates to be extremely fair, and when I compared to the Dillon press (550B is a fair price compare, the 650 is operationally similar to the LNL), I found the Dillon product too expensive to setup for multiple calibers. I know the Dillon is easier to change over with the toolhead setup, but I can switch my LNL from 45ACP to 308 pretty quickly in about 15 minutes. Biggest pain is the primer feed. If you have not used up all the primers in the tube, and you want to switch to another type of primer, I have not figured out a way to do this without spilling primers all over. What I usually do is just prime my brass until the primer shoot is empty, even if I don't intend to load powder and bullets into that brass in that session. One cool thing I found online is that you can setup the Hornady bullet feed die WITHOUT the bullet feeder itself, and use a clear plastic tube from Bed Bath and Beyond to drop bullets into the die, which eliminates the need to hand place bullets. I do this for 45ACP, and it is awesome. I can get about 50 bullets in a tube, and have 2 tubes. I fill them prior to the loading session and by the time I get through 100 bullets I am out of primers and I need to refill my primers and bullet tubes to keep going. I posted a video of the setup on Youtube, if you want to see it search "jb06ix". All in all, I am really happy with my LNL progressive press. J
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Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2013 by Jay-Bo
I wanted to wait for a while before I wrote a review because I wanted to really get to know how this press operated before I posted my comments. I have had the Hornady LNL Progressive press for about 10 months and have loaded around 6000 rounds of .223 and 9mm with it and am now very happy with it. Loading pistol ammo is considerably easier and more straightforward than rifle. I strongly suggest watching the instruction video DVD that comes with the press. I use Lee and RCBS dies in the LNL and they both work fine. That said, there are some things to look out for. What some other posters have said about the press binding when stuff gets into the primer stage are true to an extent. What happens is that powder or metal shavings get into the space where the primer pusher slides up and down and keeps it from going all the way down on the down stroke. This then prevents the primer slide from moving which then causes the system to get stuck. It's not hard to clear, but is a nuisance. The two main culprits I have found: 1) When you let an excessive amount of powder spill out or build up on the shell plate which works its way underneath. The plate rotates clockwise towards the primer slide and eventually starts pushing powder into the slide slot and/or primer pusher. 2) When I started loading .223, the primers sometimes didn't go in quite straight and had to be shoved in. This results in metal shavings from the case and/or primer that immediately fall into the primer mechanism. The solutions that have worked well for me and kept my LNL working very smoothly: 1) Have a can of compressed air handy. Anytime some small flecks of powder get loose, I just give it a quick blast of air to clear it off the shell plate and I've not had a powder-related binding issue since. 2) For .223, I had a heck of a time dealing with this one. I finally found that reaming the inside of the primer pockets of the 223 brass to put a chamfer on it works. This creates a small "funnel" in the primer pocket for the primer to line up properly into. I haven't had a problem with metal shavings in over 2000 rounds of 223 I've loaded since then. Any standard case reamer will suffice. 3) Every 1000 rounds or so, I'll take out the primer pusher along with the primer slide and give them a decent cleaning. Just push up the primer pusher in its spring mount and spray some Hornady All-In-One and make sure it moves smoothly. Also, make sure there are no particles in the front rounded part of the primer slide slot on the main press because this can prevent the slide from going back all the way resulting in the primer pusher not lining up properly with the hole in the primer slide. The rest of the press has been pretty maintenance-free. The bottom line is that if you take a few simple precautions to prevent junk from going into the primer stage, you will be smooth sailing. I really like the way the powder measure (sold separately) works with the LNL. I load 9mm for both pistol and carbine which have different powder loads. Yet, I can load 4.9 gr for pistol and 6.2 gr for carbine by just quickly switching out the piston that fits into the rotor cylinder. The change literally takes less than a minute and you don't need to empty out your powder measure. You just need an extra pistol rotor/piston assembly for $40. Just make sure you hold the powder measure in the UP position while you're changing the piston or the powder will run out and make a mess. In general, reloading isn't for the beginner so you should expect this to be a bit of a project and a learning experience. If you're expecting to get this and immediately start cranking out tons of ammo, you're going to be disappointed with any progressive ammo press. I have never tried a Dillon or RCBS, but my experience with other machines is that with a mature technology such as this, different designs are not necessarily better, they just have different problems. I did call Hornady customer service for some advice and they were extremely friendly and helpful. So, service is a definite plus for Hornady.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2013 by Ronald Ih
I just gotta say, this hornady LnL AP, is insane. You can pump out volume like no ones business. Once I got the few kinks worked out it works amazing. My first issue was the shell plate wasnt indexing fully, solution was to adjust the pawls, which took all of about 30 seconds. Second issue was getting the depriming pin in the die set right, for some reason it kept hitting the side of the flash hole. Solution, idk I just messed with the height of the pin and it works now. Third issue, which is more user error than anything was I was way worried about the priming function as you cant feel it NEARLY as well as you can with a hand priming tool which I have been using for the last couple months. But once I realized you literally just shove the handle forward and it seats it the primer just fine. Just sketched me out the first few times. If you're curious about the powder drop system, dont worry at all. The thing is insanely reliable with the powder charges. Mine vary at max like 0.2gr. Now imo, that amount isnt enough to upset me being as I'm not reloading ammo to hit a quarter at 50 yards. (Loading 45 acp). But after weighing consecutive charges they're regularly the same. Using bullseye powder as well which may have something to do with the variances due to the powder being wafer like. All in all, if you want a press, that auto indexes, has 5 die slots, and works and is quite a bit less than the competition's, I'd highly suggest it.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2019 by Timothy
This is a quality piece of equipment made at the Hornady plant in Nebraska, not China as stated here on Amazon. The electronic products sold under the Hornady name come from China. It does have bugs that have to be worked out after setup but that's to be expected. Every time you pull the handle 5 actions take place so it takes time and patience to get things in proper time. The powder throw is extremely accurate to within a tenth of a grain but I would highly recommend the Powderfunnels.com PTX to free up an extra space for a Hornady powder cop die or equivalent RCBS die. Only a fool reloads on a progressive without some sort of powder check system. If you're looking for those ultra tight COAL tolerances, a progressive is not for you. No progressive can do what you can do on a single stage or quality turret press. Count on the last 3-4 rounds being considerably shorter, .005-.008, than the previous rounds. The press wants to be loaded to avoid flex and Hornady says .009 is well within reason. Pay close attention to cleaning all the parts with Hornady One Shot gun cleaner before assembly. This is absolutely critical on the powder measure and its parts. The LNL die bushings are marvelous and easy to use. Its one of the reasons I bought a Hornady and not a Dillon even though I live near Dillon's plant. Dillon makes an equally fine machine but it is costly to change calibers and a bit time consuming. Once I adjusted the primer feed system it worded flawlessly. I had to make a slight adjustment to the timing for the shell plate as well. Even though Hornady says it most likely will not need adjustment they do provide instructions on how to do it. The LNL AP comes with a very good DVD that gives step by step instructions and there are videos online for any problem or glitch you encounter, and you will encounter them. I do not try to produce enough ammo to support the 3rd Marine Division. I prefer to produce 100-150 .45 ACP rounds per hour without sacrificing safety and quality but I'm confident that this beast can do 500 an hour if there is a need for that. I added the Skylight LED shellplate lighting system sold here on Amazon and it really lights things up inside the press area.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2016 by George W. Plesa