Lee Classic Turret Press Setup PART 4 Wayne, a precision loader and firearms instructor, presents the final segment in the series of how to set up the Lee Classic Turret Press.
I honestly think that Lee Precision should buy the rights to your video and use it on their website. Your knowledge and insight were well conveyed and very articulate. The video was very thorough from start to finish, and I was able to assemble my press in no time at all following along with your video. I just wanted to take a minute and say thank you for posting your video, it has helped me tremendously and I’m sure it will help many others that find it in the future.
Excellent video GunBlue, I just recently bought a Lee Classic Turret Press and it's good to know that this is a good quality press. A person with 45+ years of experience telling me that this is a good system really reassured me in my purchase and setting it up. Thanks again, the best instructional video for this system hands down.
Since the recent run on guns and ammo, I decided it would be smart to check back into hand loading again. I found a friend at work that pointed me in the right direction and have been a sponge since then, soaking up every bit of information I can find on the subject. Of all the information I’ve found up to this point, your 4-part video has been the most valuable.
Scott, I sincerely appreciate your comments. I'm very glad that my efforts have been fruitful. There are certainly more expensive presses on the market, and I have used them. Lee engineers outside the box, emphasizing simplicity, frugality, precision, and efficiency. Precision loading does not require massive weight, high cost, nor even sexy models that are not included in the packaging. Moreover, they are very helpful company that provides friendly service, like the old days.
I echo David Darmody's sentiments, as I am also 70 and just starting in the reloading hobby...Nicely done video series, I watched them all for the Lee turret press setup
As one who is interested in reloading I have searched and listened exhaustively before purchasing anything until I could get more extensive understanding of equipment and how to use it. You have by far exceeded others with in your depth step by step explanation coupled with 40+ years experience and to me your merit speaks for it's self!
Bob, I appreciate your feedback and am happy that my video was helpful to you. It's a terrific system in my estimation, and at an exceptionally affordable price, with features not found elsewhere at any price. Happy shooting! Wayne from New Hampshire (not far from Canada!)
Thank you.. I am 70 year old rookie that just wants to shoot targets and this is by far the best How To Do It Yourself I have watched. I am saving this and hope to see some more.
I just wanted to say thank you for this extremely helpful video series. I am looking to get into reloading and these videos cleared up several questions for me.
excellent excellent series.I have a single stage rock chucker for years now, but am getting into 5.56 where I will be loading much more ammo. Looking into purchasing a turret press for this reason.So I've been researching on red,green,and blue presses,and was really interested in the Lee because of the price, now since watching your series on it, you've made up my mind, it will be on my bench in a month. Thanks, Terry
This is exactly what I have have been looking for, thank you. I'm going to buy that auto powder unit, I have an electronic measure unit for precision shooting, but all my other guns just need that.
Great videos GunBlue490. I bought a Lee Classic Turret Press a while back and so far have only been loading pistol rounds. Your videos taught me a few things I didn't know. Your steady video and simple instructions were invaluable. Thanks
Hi Wayne! I just wanted to echo what most everyone else is saying. I bought the Classic Press a couple years ago, but was very discouraged with the included instructions. Since I had no prior knowledge of hand loading, I just left it in the box and forgot all about it.
I purchased RCBS dies for my 2.23-5.56, 308 Win., 308 Marlin Express and 30-30, got the hang of it pretty quick ( on my single stage press). Purchased Lee dies for my 6.5 C.M. and wasn't sure if they would be as easy to work with ( just started reloading and haven't used the Lee's yet) but after watching your video :) hey I think I can do it! Thanks GunBlue man, I'll save your video.
Lee dies are far simpler to work with, stay adjusted forever, don't require locking set screws to stay put, they don't jam, and require no tools. And are less expensive, better finished and machined. Remember to always remove and replace the die from the press by turning the large locking ring, and never by the die body, and the o-ring will always stay positioned for the next time. Firm finger tight or gently with a wrench by the lock ring only!
Thanks! I'll do, Just want to ask right quick- I have the Ruger P.Rifle in 6.5 C.M... which de-primer die should I use on my Hornady single stage press? I have two one for semi-auto and one for bolt action, would think the bolt one but the de-primer doesn't look like it comes down enough to de-prime. Thanks for the help and cant wait to use them.
Steve Duvall Lee universal decapping dies are not caliber specific. It's simply a large hollow die that accepts all cases, with a decapping pin. The decapping pin must be removed from your sizing dies, if you intend to use this at the first stage. However, unless you have a specific reason for using a dedicated decapping die, as for case preparation or on a multi-stage press, the decapping pin in your sizing die is more efficient. The decapping pin can usually be adjusted for depth on most dies, and the Lee is set when the pin is flush at the top nut. The pin should only extend far enough to clear the base of the case, when the case is in the shell holder. Beyond that, and the heavy decapping rod may strike the interior base of the case.
Thanks for all the good info, will keep it nearby when I start, working on 30-30, 308 Wench. and 308 Marlin Ex. for now. Just started and can't seem to stop :)
darkangel105100, thank you for your helpful, insightful comments. Expert commentary from knowledgeable individuals is always welcome and appreciated here. When I do a video on Dillon, I'll be sure to link to your suggestions as a reference. Good job, darkangel105100! In the meanwhile, I'll pray that you find your way into the light, out of darkness. Jesus loves you. :)
I have watched most of your videos two or three times. I am finally getting into reloading on a Lee load master. I have set the seating die up just like you show and I am getting varied lengths. I ensure I get a full stroke and that the die is tight. any ideas what is causing this? if there is slight differences in length will that effect load development?
Yes, I have, and I find it very useful and accurate for dialing in infinitely precise charges of between .28 through 1.6 cc volume that cannot be provided by a disk. Due to its design, it works best with free-flowing powders. As specified by Lee, it should not be used with small charges of coarse flake powders that will not fill the charge cavity uniformly. It does not have the capacity to replace double disk volumes, which can be satisfied very well with the almost unlimited combinations.
Hi GuBlue490, great videos. I pickup a Lee Vaule Turret press. New reloader. Spent primers go everywhere. Any thoughts on how to remedy? Have some .223 cases with lube dents all the way around case neck. What is your opinion on this as far as acceptability of reloading these cases? Any advice on products you use to clean your dies before use and the full length sizing die to remove case lube? Thank you!
George Taylor You are way over lubricating! Those are hydraulic dents. You have many options. I prefer Lee case lube. For 20 cases, squeeze about 3/8ths of an inch of lube into the bottom of a 1/2 gallon Glad plastic container. Put your brass in, cover with the lid, and shake around until the cases have a haze on them. No more! Use wet or dry. Dents mean you have used too much. After loaded, place back in the same container, fill with warm not hot water and Dawn dish detergent, and swish around until clean. Drain and repeat to remove haze, rinse and dry on a towel. Primer catcher was supplied with your machine, a clear tube with red cap that attaches to the bottom of press. Watch my reloading series.
