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LOCK-N-LOAD AUTO PROGRESSIVE PRESS Reviews & Ratings

HORNADY LOCK-N-LOAD AUTO PROGRESSIVE PRESS

With a single pull of the handle, you’ll feel the difference between this high-performance machine and ordinary reloading presses. You’ll feel the smooth responsiveness, the rugged construction, and most of all, the power! The Power-Pac Linkage System literally multiplies and accelerates the leverage you apply to the handle. And since the AP features automatic indexing, priming and ejection, every pull of the handle give you a precisely loaded round.

PRODUCT FEATURES

All you need are dies and shell plates to start loading with your AP™!
QUICK CHANGE LOCK-N-LOAD® BUSHING SYSTEM: Lock-N-Load® AP™ has a 5-station quick change bushing system that allows quick and easy change overs from 223 to 45 in less than 5 minutes.
QUICK CHANGE METERING INSERTS: The Lock-N-Load® powder measure uses quick change metering inserts that allow you to switch from one powder to another with the push of a button. Add one to each die set for the ultimate in quick change overs.
RELIABLE EZJECT™ SYSTEM: The EZject™ feature delivers 100% reliable ejection of every cartridge, every time, without any adjustments.
UNIVERSAL CASE RETAINER SPRING: The ingenious case retainer spring allows you to quickly and easily remove or insert a case at any point in the loading process.
PRIMING SYSTEM: The Lock-N-Load® AP™ System can be changed from large to small primers as easy as 1-2-3:

1. Change the primer seater punch.

2. Change the primer shuttle.

3. Change the primer feed tube.

CASE ACTIVATED POWDER DROP: Case activated powder drop will dispense a powder charge only when a cartridge case is present.
AUTOMATIC INDEXING: Each station moves half a stage on the down stroke and half on the up stroke, making for ultra smooth functioning. This process is much smoother than presses that do all their indexing on the down stroke.

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Reviews Summary

The Hornady Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive Press garners mixed reviews. Many praise its build quality, ease of setup, and effectiveness in producing ammunition quickly after initial adjustments. However, several users report significant issues with the priming system and indexing, leading to frustration and returns. Customer support receives commendation, aiding users with problems.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Build Quality

35%

Many reviewers appreciate the solid construction of the Lock-N-Load Auto Progressive Press, noting it feels durable and well-made. Users find the technological advancements over older models to be impressive, facilitating a smoother reloading process once properly set up.

Ease of Use

30%

Several users highlight the user-friendly design and instructional resources available for setting up the press, making it accessible for beginners. Many feel that they can quickly transition from single-stage to progressive reloading, appreciating how efficient it becomes once they grasp the mechanics.

Performance Issues

40%

A significant number of reviews express dissatisfaction with the press's performance, particularly with indexing problems and the reliability of the priming system. Frustrated users report multiple adjustments and repairs needed, indicating inconsistencies in functionality that can hinder the reloading process.

Customer Service

45%

The customer service provided by Hornady receives a number of positive comments. Many users report helpful support when dealing with issues, often receiving replacement parts quickly and without hassle, contributing positively to their overall experience despite product defects.

Learning Curve

25%

Reviewers note that while the press can produce ammunition rapidly, there is a learning curve associated with its setup and operation. Users advise following guidelines and seeking advice from experienced reloaders to effectively troubleshoot and maximize the press's functionality.

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Smooth

First off I'm a newer reloader. So far I've only loaded pistol ammo on this press and I've loaded 1000 rounds on it. I have had to polish the primer feeder ramp and feeder. I have also broken now three of the plastic brackets atop the primer feeder acuation arm. You have to keep the priming system very very clean: any powder in there will cause it to malfunction. The primer system of this press is the reason I gave it four stars. Hornady customer service is really great and they ship out replacement parts very quick and with no hassel at all. I have gotten the impression that they will be upgrading the primer system and shipping a repair kit in the near future. That said this press is very nice once you have the bugs worked out. You can easiy load 50 rounds in 30 minutes and I go very slow. I have next to no powder spill because if the way the shell plate moves. The powder drop is consistant once you have it set correctly and make sure it's locked down in the press. The lock and load feature is good once you get the dies set right and have the locking nuts correct. You really want one set of bushings per dies because they are a pain to get off. I researched every progressive press out there and for the money you are getting the most with this Hornady lock and load press.