Saw this on another forum.
Just a FYI, Let the speculation, I mean discussion begin
https://leeprecision.com/auto-breech-lock-pro.html
Just a FYI, Let the speculation, I mean discussion begin
https://leeprecision.com/auto-breech-lock-pro.html
New Auto Breech Lock Pro
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someguy2800
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Hey that looks interesting. The picture is a solidworks rendering, not an actual object. Looks like it uses the priming system from the classic turret. I will get one to try.
Toprudder
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For that price, I will probably get one to try. Looks very interesting. I've got plenty of left-over breech inserts I can use.
I do also. Got them when they used to be 3 to a pack if I recall
Without seeing it (as discussed elsewhere) don't know why they couldn't or did not use the "turret plate" method?
thomas15
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Got to hand it to Lee they managed to get the words "Pro" and "Auto" incorporated into the name. Only thing missing is "classic cast".
They have to wait at least a year, and make a less expensive one before it becomes a "classic"
Are you saying use the turret plate as a die-set (non-rotating) lock in?
I would buy one like you describe but not one where I have to change each die.
Blue68f100
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It's not a turret press. It's a very basic AP. Breach-lock (bushings) for dies.
Toprudder
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Yeah, I think it would have been cool to have a tool-head (like a turret). But, the breech lock inserts will make it just as convenient as the Hornady progressive press.
That's my thought. I think I know where the primer system mounts, but would like to see it in action.
I couldn't justify buying one, as the LCT still fits my pace, but...
Toprudder
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I see Midsouth is advertising them and taking backorders.
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item/0000690900/lee-auto-breech-lock-pro
https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/item/0000690900/lee-auto-breech-lock-pro
thomas15
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It looks basically like a 4 station version of the Leroy Professional 2000
general statement Ray don't take this personally....
And to think just this AM, there were posters serving out lecture series #74 All I will ever need in a press is what the LCT delivers!
What about keeping the process under control?
general statement Ray don't take this personally....
And to think just this AM, there were posters serving out lecture series #74 All I will ever need in a press is what the LCT delivers!
What about keeping the process under control?
Those dies look like they are really closely spaced.
I'd also like to see how crowded it gets when you add the case feeder
I'd also like to see how crowded it gets when you add the case feeder
When I first saw it, Lee had my attention, but when I added up the cost of the press, shell plate, a set of dies, case feeder, bullet feeder, primer feeder and press-activated powder measure, it came up to nearly $400.
Once they get they get the inevitable bugs worked out of new product like this that is having to deal with all the variables of cases, bullets and primers from all over the world, it might be something to look into.
In the meantime, my attention wandered back to my Reloader Special.
Once they get they get the inevitable bugs worked out of new product like this that is having to deal with all the variables of cases, bullets and primers from all over the world, it might be something to look into.
In the meantime, my attention wandered back to my Reloader Special.
That seems a little high.
I went over to Titan Reloading and came up with a total price of less than $300. I personally wouldn't bother with the bullet feeder and save the $34. You could save another $18 by buying the press at Mid-South. That would put your total at about $250. So for about $50 more than a Pro 1000, you're gaining an extra station and quick change dies
I'm not too thrilled at it only having 4 stations
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Exactly. I'm also amazed at how little material they use to make progressive. Looks tiny.......won't blow away......maybe. I also noticed not much offered in the way of rifle shell holders. I think I know why.
But that said there is a nitch.........
thomas15
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I think that Lee will get it to work and for a while the Lee Fans will be all gaga. But for Lee they have made their market at the entry level buyer and so even if they went all out and produced a true 5 station progressive that was on a par with Dillon it would probably bomb at the checkout counter because majority of Lee customers want to spend the least amount and Dillon customers are not going to buy Lee. So I think this is actually a good move for Lee to put out a press that addresses the limited number of station of the pro 2000 so entry level pistol shooters will probably be attracted to this one.
Well yes, sort of what I was thinking , Kinda like a tool head but I have no idea really.
Seems it would be convenient to have the dies like they are (in a turret) and just swap out the tool head.
But then, it would be better if it had 5 spots rather than 4 for a powder check die.
I have lots of turrets and bushings so really doen't matter to me.
Niche?
Me too. How spare they are making this and the new turret surprised me. I'm thinking the throw on this will be as short as that on the new turret
I'm thinking they are targeting potential Dillon SD buyers. Offering the use of non-proprietary dies and the availability of a casefeeder. I think the SD is tiny too
I could see one on my bench dedicated to loading .45ACP...low pressure and easy to hit case mouth (in tight spaces) (Only LPP cartridge I load)
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