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CO-AX PRIMER SEATER

CO-AX PRIMER SEATER Reviews & Ratings

Bench mounted priming tools have been popular with reloaders for years because they are faster and do a better job of primer seating than many of the press mounted primer seaters. The CO-AX Primer Seater from Forster has automatic shellholder jaws which close securely on most modern rifle and pistol cases(no additional shellholders needed). Primers stack sideways in the primer feed tubes for added safety, and the tubes are open in front so it is easy to view the remaining primer supply. The tool base is a quality machined casting and includes a built-in primer flip tray. Large and small rifle and pistol primer tubes are included.
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Reviews Summary
The CO-AX Primer Seater has mixed reviews with some users praising its efficiency and comfort, especially for larger rifle cartridges. However, many express frustration over the design flaws related to small rifle primers, as well as issues with the seating jaws. While some appreciate its value, others faced significant operational challenges.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Product Design and Functionality
60%
Several reviewers highlight design issues, particularly with the primer tube for small rifle primers, which tends to malfunction, causing frustration. Despite the initial design concerns, some users find it works well for larger primers, indicating a divide in functionality based on preferences.
Adjustability and Usability
70%
The difficulty in adjusting the seating jaws is a common point of contention, with many users reporting that changing calibers results in a cumbersome process. Some reviewers note that while it may work best for single calibers, managing multiple ones can be time-consuming and challenging.
Build Quality
40%
Reviewers have mixed feelings regarding the build quality of the tool. While some found it sturdy and effective after initial adjustments, others experienced breakage after limited use, raising concerns about durability, particularly under heavy usage.
Speed and Efficiency
50%
A number of users praise the tool for its speed and efficiency once correctly set up, appreciating the quick priming process and good tactile feedback when seating primers. This aspect is especially noted for those who rely on high-volume reloading.
Value for Money
55%
Many customers feel that the product offers good value for the price, especially for experienced reloaders looking for efficiency and reliability. However, the mixed experiences with performance lead some to question whether it fully meets this expectation.
4
Nice Bench Mounted Priming Tool
I mostly use this for .308 Winchester where a hand priming tool just didn't give me enough leverage sometimes and my hand(s) would start hurting. Still gives you good feel for the primer which is important for some semi-auto rifles where the primer MUST be seated below the case head. The built in primer tray is a bad joke but I've worked out a method for flipping the primers over and pushing them into the loading tube using a small putty knife. I like the fact that the primers stack side-by-side instead of one on top of another. Seems safer anyway. Also, there's an open slot on one side of the tube allowing you to visually verify that the primers are all loaded correctly (IOW none upside down/backwards). It takes a little while to figure out how to adjust the jaws which hold the case but they work well when set up right.
4
Nice priming tool.
The priming tool worked very well. The priming tubes loaded more quickly than I thought they would. Once the case holder is adjusted to the case size the production runs very rapidly. The only issue I had was a problem with the gravity feed from the primer tube. It can, on occasion, deposit the primer side ways during the feeding process. Very small issue to me. I'm very pleased with the primer feed so far. I would recommend purchase for those in need of one.