Bench priming tool

[JustJim]

I've decided to go to a bench priming tool (tired of the Auto-Prime parts search). I want one that uses standard shell holders, so I'm looking at the RCBS bench priming tool. Are there other options for bench-mounted tools I should consider?

 

[Rick]

Other options? Probably but not for me, 35+ years ago I got the RCBS and never looked back.

 

[waco]

I don’t have enough bench space for a mounted primer. I use the Frankfort Arsenal hand priming tool. It does use proprietary shell holders but it comes with them. It’s a very well-made diecast zinc priming tool. That being said,
I have heard nothing but good about the RCBS bench mounted priming system.

 

[Cadillac Jeff]

RCBS for me too---mounted on a 1" board & C clamp it on the bench when I need it.

Jeff

 

[300BLK]

RCBS for 30+ years after wearing out numerous Lees and one RCBS hand priming tool. The only time I don't use the RCBS is when I'm using the Dillon 550s

 

[Matt]

Ditto on the RCBS. I’ve worn out a couple of pickup tubes in the 30+ years I’ve had mine. Only problem has been a broken return spring. Of course RCBS replaced it for free. Having a bench mounted tool makes seating primers easy and controllable.

 

[CWLONGSHOT]

You also just missed a great sale/deal on them too. (Sorry man) 58$

Hopefully they will run the sale again.

CW

 

[JustJim]

Thanks guys. Got one ordered for $70, I figure that isn't too bad if it works out for me.

 

[fiver]

not too bad, but they were on sale for @50 bucks about 3 weeks back.
i almost bought one even though i already have 2.

once you get used to it you'll develop a nice feel through the handle, even when knocking out 100 cases in 2 minutes.

 

[Rick]

You also just missed a great sale/deal on them too. (Sorry man) 58$

Hopefully they will run the sale again.

CW

For which tool? I just looked at Midway and the RCBS bench mounted tool is listed at $105 which is about what they have been for some time.

 

[fiver]

the RCBS bench mounted priming tool.

yeah my jaw dropped, and i had to talk myself out of it.
almost talked myself into it just so i could give one to the SIL for Christmas.
then i remembered i don't give out Christmas presents anymore.

 

[Rick]

Who has it for $50?

 

[Winelover]

RCBS for me too---mounted on a 1" board & C clamp it on the bench when I need it.

Jeff

Exactly, what I do.

 

[CWLONGSHOT]

For which tool? I just looked at Midway and the RCBS bench mounted tool is listed at $105 which is about what they have been for some time.

RCBS bench auto priming tool

Automatic Priming Tool | RCBS

Buy Automatic Priming Tool at RCBS, the leading producer of high-quality reloading equipment supplies for over 60 years.

www.rcbs.com

 

[Rick]

Yeah, except you post $58 and Fiver posted $50. They were more than that decades ago when I bought mine

 

[CWLONGSHOT]

It was a deal I could not refuse. Even tho 8 have had one for decades.

This guy bought same one I did from Amazon same as I did.

 

[fiver]

i recall paying about 80 bucks back in the 90's.

 

[Cadillac Jeff]

Got mine at a yard sale for like 2 buck's

I ofered to buy part's I need from RCBS---but nope Free !

 

[Rick]

i recall paying about 80 bucks back in the 90's.

I'm thinkin that's about what mine cost sometime around the early 80's. Maybe, was a long time ago.

 

[Winelover]

I purchased mine for Amazon, less than 10 years ago. IIRC, it ran about $70 delivered.