BIG TIME SAVER
I use for preparation of 5.56x45/.223 practice reloads. It is not as accurate as using hand tools but much faster. I also use a Gracey trimmer for trimming length. I used to dread removing the primer crimps by hand and had problems with the pocket swagers. This has really sped things up for me. I wouldn't use it for long range precision ammo but for practice ammo it is great.
Good but could be improved
I used this for the first time this week processing some 308 cases. I used to deburr, chamfer, clean primer pockets and brush necks. It was much easier on my hands than the manual processing. It is quiet and smooth running but, IMO it turns too slowly. It did a so-so job of cleaning primer pockets and left a lot to be desired there.
Works well fo rme
I reload about 2,000 rounds/yr for target. I reload about 100/yr for hunting, but of course most of that is checking my sights before the hunt. I find this unit very acceptable. I've had it now for about 10 years. It has developed a bit of a grinding noise recently, and I will see if there is a way to lubricate it. I've probably used it on about 6,000 rounds of ammunition with the original cutters. For those who shoot military ammo and then try to reload it, the main problem you will find is getting the old primer out and putting a new one in. To remove them, I've used the Lee Decapping Tool, but you have to be careful. Some of the primers are crimped very hard and this decapper will not do it. It works on about 85% of the cases. You can break the pin. Just don't force it and pitch those aside. Then use your main decapper in your die set to do it. I bought a primer pocket reamer. This saves my pocket cleaner on this device. Once I ream it, then I clean it.
lyman case prep xpress
military primer pockets can be frustrating to cut out. The Lyman case prep express makes this chore a pleasure. Inside primer pocket cleaning, quick and easy. Case mouth de-burring inside and out...simple. Case mouth brushing station make it a snap. If you are a reloader this tool will save time and put more finished ammunition in your hands. I use it for 9mm, 40cal S&W, 45ACP,306 Winchester, 300 Savage, 300 Win Mag. It has a convenient tray to catch filings, and everything you need is in a compact tool.
