Lee classic turret press, what else do I need with it?

[IM_Lugger]

I'm thinking of upgrading my press to Lee classic turrent and was wondering what else I need so get.

Does it come with any turrets?
What is the primer feed tool called that can be used with it?

anything else I need for it?

 

[Moose308]

I'm thinking of upgrading my press to Lee classic turrent and was wondering what else I need so get.

Does it come with any turrets?
What is the primer feed tool called that can be used with it?

anything else I need for it?

I would think it should come with one turret. I would buy an extra 4 hold turret for each cartridge I would be loading for.

I gather that the safety prime system, and the "pro" auto-disk powder measure (with the midcro adjustable charge bar, and auto disk riser) would be great additions.

There are a few youtube videos showing guys who use the classic turret press set up, it should be easy to figure out from there what exactally you want/need.

I am guessing you already have all the other garbage, like scales, loading blocks, etc. etc.

 

[TheTooner]

Mine came with one turret. To get the full benefit, I agree with Moose308: you ideally want to get a turret for each calibre you are reloading,

 

[jethunter]

...I gather that the safety prime system, and the "pro" auto-disk powder measure (with the midcro adjustable charge bar, and auto disk riser) would be great additions.

This^

What are you reloading? Rifle or pistol? The auto-index feature is nice for reloading handgun ammo, the turret advances when you pull the handle. You don't need it for rifle ammo.

 

[randas]

This^

What are you reloading? Rifle or pistol? The auto-index feature is nice for reloading handgun ammo, the turret advances when you pull the handle. You don't need it for rifle ammo.

No way. I have my lee turret all set up to load 223 with the auto indexing. I can neck size, prime, fill the case with powder and seat the bullet all without taking the round off the press. I can make over 1000 rounds in an afternoon.

 

[hk33ka1]

I set mine up for .357 when I bought it.

Classic Turret Press (1 turret, Safety prime bracket, lever prime system incl)
Lee Auto disk riser (to raise powder dispenser)
Lee Auto disk pro
Lee Safety Prime large and small primer
Lee .38 Spl 3 die set
Lee .38 Spl taper crimp die

Basically change dies to do other rounds or rifle. I would add powder manually for rifle, but you could, and I did add a Perfect Powder measure and Universal Charging die to my Loadmaster to do 7.62x51 progressively.

Extra turrets are handy

 

[IM_Lugger]

I've been reloading for years with Challenger press and already have a scale, powder measurer and auto disk with adjustable charge bar. Would the auto disk would work with out the raiser if I have it adjusted to point a cerain way? Whats the primer feeder called for the Turret classic press?

 

[hk33ka1]

The riser helps it clear the Safety Prime when it rotates past that. I would get one. The Safety Prime is the newer Primer Feeder that attaches to most fo the new Lee presses.

 

[zuke]

"Would the auto disk would work with out the raiser "
For the couple buck's it cost's I'd get it to be on the safe side.
If it's there and you need it great!
But if you need it and have to order it then wait a couple week's, that really suck's.
Take it from me.Get it and just put it in your LEE box.

 

[easyrider604]

I've been reloading for years with Challenger press and already have a scale, powder measurer and auto disk with adjustable charge bar. Would the auto disk would work with out the raiser if I have it adjusted to point a cerain way? Whats the primer feeder called for the Turret classic press?

I use the Pro-Auto Disk and do not need the riser. I use a rubber band to keep the ProAuto Disk in a position that clears the Safety Prime. If it means anything, my turret is set up for 9mm and 4acp so with those dies and my settings, no, I do not need a riser.

I think a riser will make set-up of any die set much easier. For the low cost of a riser, I will include one in my next order from Lee Factory Sales, just in case I need it for 30-06.

 

[jethunter]

No way. I have my lee turret all set up to load 223 with the auto indexing. I can neck size, prime, fill the case with powder and seat the bullet all without taking the round off the press. I can make over 1000 rounds in an afternoon.

I said you don't NEED it, i didn't say it wouldn't work.

 

[mmattockx]

No way. I have my lee turret all set up to load 223 with the auto indexing. I can neck size, prime, fill the case with powder and seat the bullet all without taking the round off the press. I can make over 1000 rounds in an afternoon.

Jethunter is referring to real rifle cartridges, not pop-gun poodle shooter cartridges. I use as much powder for my .44 Mag as many loads for the .223 use.

The riser helps it clear the Safety Prime when it rotates past that. I would get one. The Safety Prime is the newer Primer Feeder that attaches to most fo the new Lee presses.

I have the riser and for the $10 or so it cost it simplifies setup and operation.

I think a riser will make set-up of any die set much easier. For the low cost of a riser, I will include one in my next order from Lee Factory Sales, just in case I need it for 30-06.

You can't throw enough powder for typical 30-06 loads with the Auto-Disk Pro, unless I am missing something. The biggest cavity only throws 21.1gr of IMR-4064 and even light loads use 45+gr. Unless you are talking of loading super light plinking loads with cast bullets, in which case, carry on.

I use my press as a semi-progressive for pistol calibres and as a fancy single stage press for rifle calibres. I usually set up two rifle calibres on one turret plate and leave the dies set up that way. The plates do not cost very much and it is a small investment to have 4-5 of them to cover off all my calibres.


Mark

 

[easyrider604]

You can't throw enough powder for typical 30-06 loads with the Auto-Disk Pro, unless I am missing something. The biggest cavity only throws 21.1gr of IMR-4064 and even light loads use 45+gr. Unless you are talking of loading super light plinking loads with cast bullets, in which case, carry on.
Mark

100% correct. I will be loading cast bullets with 13 grains Unique or similar.

If ever I load real jacketed bullets to maximum velocities, I can use the Perfect Powder measure.

 

[mmattockx]

100% correct. I will be loading cast bullets with 13 grains Unique or similar.

If ever I load real jacketed bullets to maximum velocities, I can use the Perfect Powder measure.

It should work well for that, I load up to .338 Win Mag on mine with no headroom difficulties at all. ~13gr of Red Dot also works well in major milsurp calibres with heavy(ish) cast bullets.


Mark

 

[leverboy]

You can't throw enough powder for typical 30-06 loads with the Auto-Disk Pro, unless I am missing something. The biggest cavity only throws 21.1gr of IMR-4064 and even light loads use 45+gr. Unless you are talking of loading super light plinking loads with cast bullets, in which case, carry on.

I don't have one, but Lee does sell a "Double Disk Kit" which allows you to stack two disks for twice the powder. Part #90195 in my little pamphlet here. Maybe someone can speak to whether it works well or not.

 

[hk33ka1]

If you're trying to throw larger charges (like .308Win) of stick powders like 4895 etc you will need the perfect powder measure. The double disk won't do. I might be ok for some powders in smaller cases like .223, 7.62x39 etc

 

[jethunter]

Jethunter is referring to real rifle cartridges, not pop-gun poodle shooter cartridges. I use as much powder for my .44 Mag as many loads for the .223 use... Mark

I think the .223 is a viable alternative for people whio have outgrown .22LR but aren't quite ready to take the next step with a full sized cartridge.