SINCLAIR ARBOR PRESS Reviews & Ratings

SINCLAIR INTERNATIONAL HAND DIE ARBOR PRESS

Our Sinclair Arbor Press was designed specifically for use with hand dies, both in the field and on your workbench. It does not need to be clamped down for use. This arbor press features quality construction throughout and fits easily into your reloading box for trips to the range. Constructed with a solid stainless steel post and featuring a stainless steel rack and pinion design, our arbor press functions flawlessly with all neck sizing and bullet seating hand dies. Ratchet style height adjustment knob allows easy raising and lowering of the press head position. The Sinclair Press is also sold as part of a complete hand die reloading kit. This press is not intended for use with full length resizing dies.

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Reviews Summary

The SINCLAIR ARBOR PRESS is highly regarded for its accuracy and portability, making it ideal for bullet seating and neck-sizing across various calibers. Users appreciate its sturdy construction and smooth action, though some mention minor concerns with gear backlash. Overall, it's seen as a valuable tool for precision reloading, especially when utilizing the right accessories.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Accuracy

60%

Many reviewers highlight the exceptional accuracy of the SINCLAIR ARBOR PRESS, stating that it significantly improves the precision of bullet seating compared to other presses. Its reliable performance is a consistent positive across multiple reviews.

Portability

40%

Several users appreciate the press's compact size and portability, making it convenient for range use and load development activities. This feature enhances its appeal as a versatile reloading tool.

Build Quality

30%

The sturdy construction of the press receives positive mentions, with users noting that the parts feel heavy and durable. However, there are some observations regarding minor gear backlash, which may not affect overall performance.

Ease of Use

50%

Reviewers commend the user-friendly operation of the press, particularly in terms of ease of reloading and feeling in control during the resizing and bullet seating processes. This simplicity contributes to an enjoyable reloading experience.

Requires Proper Accessories

30%

Users emphasize the importance of using the correct neck bushings and quality sizing lubes to optimize performance. Following specific guidelines ensures the press operates smoothly and prevents potential damage.

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F-Class Shooter

I was talked into getting this press a few years back and the LE Wilson Micrometer Top Bullet Seater Die to seat bullets for my 6mm BR, 6 BRX, 6 Dasher, 6.5X47 Lapua and 308win, very happy I did. This little press is very accurate coupled up with the LE Wilson Dies and improved the accuracy of my rifles compared to seating bullets with a bench mounted press.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Hand Die Arbor Press

I bought this press to seat bullets for a 20 Practical. It works great and it is very accurate and repeatability is great. It is portable and I take it to the range when doing load development.

Precision Instrument

This is a great little press. I use it for reloading .223 REM ammo and will shortly start reloading 243 WIN with this press. I like this press because everything is really square, level and true. The rack-and-pinion is more than sturdy enough to handle neck-sizing and bullet seating operations in .223 REM. I have no doubt it can do likewise with larger calibers...at least up to 30 cal cartridges. The action is smooth and consistent throughout the ram travel and the press comes well-lubricated and ready to go. As for the negative reviews, I'm not seeing the same problems. But I will add that it is cruicial to do a few things to ensure that this press does the job without being damaged. First, you MUST get the correct neck bushings for your brass! If you try to size a cartridge neck down too far, you will experience significant friction and could damage your tools. I addressed this by following the instructions on the L.E. Wilson website for choosing a neck bushing, then got a couple bushings larger and one smaller. You only need to get the case neck .002" or so smaller than the bullet to get a really firm grip. Second, you MUST use are really good sizing lube! The best thing you can use is Imperial Sizing Wax. Conventional case lubes won't work as well and you might see friction problems with a conventional case lube. If everything is clicking, you do not need much force at all to reload with this press. Just take your time and double check your work and you'll do just fine!

Truly Amazing

If you enjoy BR shooting and you need to make a load really fast and accurate I would choose this one right a way. Constructed very well easy to opperate and it is more fun to reload with this Arbor press than the conventional single or turret stage press.

Love it

Simple construction and deligth to USD. You really feel THE resizing and you feel THE bullet seating. You have great control. Tibet er with sinclair dies it is the perfect way to make good quality rounds.

Good mini arbor press

The press parts themselves are pretty sturdy and heavy. The only thing that is metiocre is the gear backlash. It doesn't hurt most press operations, really. I'm not sure what the max force it can sustain but after talking to a very nice guy on their chat service it was around 75 lbs of press force. It is accurately depicted to NOT be for full length sizing, but the compact size is perfect for my applications.