AUTO PRIME XR HAND PRIMING TOOL

AUTO PRIME XR HAND PRIMING TOOL Reviews & Ratings

The original and world's most popular hand-held priming tool. Fast and economical hand held priming with unmatched feel and accuracy. Ships with 1 folding primer tray, 1 small and 1 large priming assembly. Includes a FREE molded storage box to keep your priming tool shell holders and tool together. Molded storage box holds up to 18 shell holders. Lee Auto Prime uses inexpensive Lee hand prime shell holders only (sold separately).

Please note:
Lee Precision has tested the tool by intentionally setting off a variety of brands and types of primers. Lee testing has demonstrated that wearing safety glasses and hearing protection will prevent serious injury. However, all types of FEDERAL BRAND LARGE PRIMERS frequently caused the entire tray to explode with sufficient force to cause serious and painful injuries. These primers must be fed individually, see step 7 of product instructions, single priming option.
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Reviews Summary
The AUTO PRIME XR HAND PRIMING TOOL receives mixed reviews; while some users appreciate its ease of use and ergonomic design, many report significant issues such as jammed primers, construction quality, and unreliable feeding mechanisms. Overall, satisfaction varies greatly, with older models favored over the newer versions due to performance shortcomings.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Product Performance
70%
A significant portion of reviewers expressed frustration with the product's inconsistent performance, citing frequent jamming, misalignment of primers, and overall unreliability compared to older models. Many mentioned difficulties in using the tool effectively for a smooth priming process.
Design and Build Quality
65%
Many users criticized the construction quality of the AUTO PRIME XR, describing it as cheaply made with flimsy components. Issues such as the breaking of parts and awkward handling detracted from the overall usability of the tool.
Comparison with Previous Models
60%
Reviewers frequently compared the XR model unfavorably to previous versions of the Lee Auto Prime, highlighting that the older models had better performance and durability. Many expressed disappointment that the new version failed to maintain the quality expected from the brand.
User Experience
55%
A mix of positive and negative user experiences was noted. While some appreciated the tool's ease of use, especially for smaller loads, others found it uncomfortable and challenging to work with over extended sessions, reflecting a divided opinion on its ergonomic qualities.
Customer Support
40%
Several reviewers mentioned reaching out to customer service regarding product issues but noted unsatisfactory responses, leading to frustration and disappointment in the brand's customer support.
4
safety first
safe to use with very good feel.