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UNIVERSAL HAND PRIMING TOOL Reviews & Ratings

Universal shell holder will accept cases from .32 ACP to .45-70 Government
Patented safety gate isolates the primer seating operation from the primer supply virtually eliminating the possibility of tray detonation
Removable primer tray orients your primers for use and will fit any manufacturers primer packaging
Included accessories to seat large and small rifle or pistol primers

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Reviews Summary

The RCBS Universal Hand Priming Tool is praised for its ease of use, efficiency, and quality. Many reviewers appreciate the comfort and speed it brings to priming cartridges without needing to change shell holders. However, concerns about the price and some issues with the sliding primer gate have been mentioned. Overall, users find it a worthwhile investment for reloading.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Ease of Use

85%

Users consistently highlight the ease of use of the RCBS Universal Hand Priming Tool, allowing for quick and efficient loading of primers. The intuitive design facilitates the priming process, making it accessible even to beginners. This theme was mentioned by a significant majority of reviewers, showcasing its impact on user experience.

Quality and Performance

75%

The quality of materials and overall performance of the hand priming tool are frequently commended. Reviewers note its consistent primer seating and durability, leading to effective and uniform results in reloading. This aspect is a major deciding factor for users who prioritize reliable tools.

Price Concerns

50%

Several reviewers express concerns regarding the price of the tool, considering it on the expensive side compared to other options. While many believe the quality justifies the price, the cost remains a point of contention for potential buyers, influencing their decision-making.

Design Issues

30%

A few reviews mention issues with the design, particularly concerning the sliding primer gate which some found flimsy and loose. While this does not overshadow the tool's performance, it highlights minor areas for improvement that could enhance user satisfaction.

Time Efficiency

65%

Users appreciate the time-saving capabilities of the priming tool, allowing them to prime a large number of cartridges in a short time. This efficiency is a key benefit for those engaged in frequent reloading, making the tool a valuable addition to their setup.

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A BIG time saver for reloaders

If you do any sort of reloading with a hand or turret press, I would highly recommend this tool for your priming to save you time. As the name suggests, it fits right in your hand and does not make a mess, so there is no reason why you could not use this indoors in front of the television. I can easily prime at least 1000 cartridges in less than an hour while watching a movie or show. All it takes is a squeeze of your fingers and your cartridge is primed. Best of all, you can feel what is going on so if there is any resistance, you know to stop before something can go wrong. This priming tool comes with the proper pieces to use both small and large sized primers and it only takes a couple seconds to switch between. My only two complaints about this particular tool is it is kind of pricy compared to other priming tools like the Lee one. However I have never tried the Lee priming tool so I have no basis of comparison on whether this is any better or worse. The only thing keeping this from being a perfect 5/5 is the cost. My other complaint is the sliding door on the primer holder is very loose so sometimes it will shut on you while you are priming. Not a deal breaker, but it can get annoying sometimes. I remedied this by taping it open when using it. The benefit of this universal hand priming tool and the regular RCBS hand priming tool is this does not require any shell holders (hence, "universal"). So if you reload more than 2 or 3 different calibers, this will already save you some money over the other one since you do not need to get extra shell holders. Plus this comes with the square primer holder as opposed to the circle holder the other one comes with, which makes it easier to load primers from their boxes (I cannot think of any primers that come in round cases). I would highly recommend a dedicated hand priming tool as a time saver, even if not this one.