PRO 1000 PROGRESSIVE PRESSES

PRO 1000 PROGRESSIVE PRESSES Reviews & Ratings

LEE PRECISION PRO 1000 PROGRESSIVE PRESSES

  • Progressive 3-hole reloading kit
  • Includes: Pro 1000 Press, Dies (Pistol calibers include Carbide 3 die sets, Rifle calibers include Pacesetter 3 die sets including rifle charging die), turret, shell plate, Pro Auto-Disk powder measure, double disk kit, case feeder, and priming system.
  • Primers and powder are fed only if a case is present
  • Standard unit does not come with Turret, Shell Plate, Powder Measure, Dies & Case Feeder. Unit only accepts the Lee 3 Hole Turret.
  • CCI & Remington primers are the only Lee approved primers to be used in these Pro 1000 Presses.
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Reviews Summary
The Pro 1000 Progressive Press has garnered mixed reviews. While users appreciate its affordability and ease of use after setup, many report significant challenges with the primer feeding system and inconsistent powder measurement accuracy, particularly for rifle cartridges. Overall, it's seen as a good option for casual reloaders but may frustrate those seeking precision.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Setup and Ease of Use
45%
Many users find that once properly set up, the Pro 1000 operates effectively. However, initial instructions are sometimes considered inadequate, prompting reloaders to rely on external resources for setup guidance. A notable percentage express that with time and familiarity, the press can perform well.
Primer Feeding Issues
60%
A significant number of reviewers note persistent problems with the primer feeding mechanism, including misfeeds and jams. This has been a common point of frustration, leading some users to regard the primer system as a primary downside of the press.
Overall Performance
55%
Opinions diverge on the performance of the Pro 1000. While some report satisfactory experiences producing accurate loads, others criticize its functionality, particularly for rifle reloading, suggesting that it is better suited for pistol cartridges.
Price and Value
70%
Reviewers frequently comment on the affordability of the Pro 1000, with many expressing that it provides good value for casual reloaders. Several users suggest that the low price sets expectations, resulting in varied satisfaction levels.
Comparisons with Other Brands
50%
Feedback includes comparisons with other reloading presses, suggesting that while the Pro 1000 may be suitable for beginners, those needing higher precision and reliability often opt for more expensive alternatives, leading to greater overall satisfaction.
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I wont buy this again
I had issues with 223 Remington case feeding into the de-primer position; more than one case would feed. Also, the powder measurer is highly inaccurate by as much as +/- 2/10 of a grain. So your loads are not accurate!! You are better off buying a single stage reloader!! This is ok for pistol reloading BUT NOT rifle reloading.
1
Buy Quality, Not This
You get what you pay for. Please bear with me, but I'd like to start this review with an analogy. I ride mountain bikes A LOT, and I always see people buying $199 X-Mart specials and then parking them after three rides because the chain keeps falling off whenever they shift or hit a bump, and then they decide that they don't like riding because they bought a junk bike, rather than on the true merits of mountain bikng. The same principle applies here. The Lee primer system is atrocious, the shellplate shakes so much that you'll find powder flying out of the casings to clog the action, and it just has so much going on with each handle pull that too much continues to go wrong. Buy this and you'll call reloading too much of a pain and quit, OR you'll end up buying a second quality machine that costs 3x what this does... and that second machine will quickly pay for itself in ammo costs while you smack your forhead wondering why you wasted so much time and money on a Lee loader to begin with. Then you'll throw away your Lee because you're too nice of a person to pawn this piece of junk off on another new reloader. AND you'll stick with reloading because you ditched the Lee! (NOTE to add: my distaste for Lee loaders is limited to their progressives-- it's hard to screw up a single-stage, so I'll gladly recommend the Lee single-stage!)
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You Get What You Pay For
Brownells sells Pro 1000's in two seperate pages, apparantly split by rimmed and auto cases; I did a more thorough review under the .38spl group. Put simply, the priming system is a nightmare. The shellplate lacks smoothness so it shakes powder out of the cases just to muck up the whole system. I spent more time cleaning/fixing my Pro 1000 than I did running it. I bought another brand for 3x the amount, and I'm still shaking my head at how much time and money I wasted on this Lee piece of garbage. I hated it so much I couldn't in good conscience sell it or even give it away to another new reloader, so I disassembled it and turned its parts into a stand for an RCBS powder dispenser that I use when single-staging rifle loads. 'Nuff said?