Lee Turret 3 or 4 whole?

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I'm going to get a Turret press and was trying to deside if I should go with 3 or 4 whole turrets. Is the 4th whole is only usefull if I have a factory crimp die correct? So if I only use 3 dies and get a 4 whole turret would it even work? be a disadvantage? (extra handle pull to skip over?)

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I have both and find the 4 holer is too cramped(with the powder funnel attatched) so I mostly use the 3 holer. However, I also have a single stage that I use to size/decap, and use a handheld primer tool. I find this system is best when reloading for pistol.
 
I disagree with the previous poster completely.

I reload pistol rounds as fast as I can. Using a single stage to decap, and a handheld primer is just a waste of time for me. I use the 4 hole and use the LFC die with all my semiauto loads. With my rifle loads for my bolt .223 I just use 3 dies. It doesn't make a difference I pump the handle 1 more time.
 
I have a challenger press right now a lee handpriming tool. but I would like to cut out all the case handling between steps.

So if I want to use turret press for everything, should I get a press priming attachmant tool? or whatever its called?

how come youre not priming on the press?
 
Skyhawk said:
I'd say definitely get it. I use the "safety primer feed" for pistol rounds on the press and find it very convenient.
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So do I. It works perfectly as long as it stays topped up. Can be proplems with the last couple feeding right, but just keep it topped up and not a problem.

I never understood why anyone would use the hand prime tool. What a waste of time.
 
IM_Lugger said:
I'm going to get a Turret press and was trying to deside if I should go with 3 or 4 whole turrets. Is the 4th whole is only usefull if I have a factory crimp die correct? So if I only use 3 dies and get a 4 whole turret would it even work? be a disadvantage? (extra handle pull to skip over?)
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I'm assuming you are considering the Lee old model turret with the aluminum base, since that is the only current production turret I know with a 3 hole turret. I suggest forget the 3-holer since the 4-holer will give you more options...like using the FCD as you mentioned or a dedicated crimp die if you do not want to post size with the FCD (as when you need to load oversize bullets to customize ammo for an oversize bore). As well, go with the Classic Turret if I may suggest as it is way more solid and durable (not that the aluminum base will not last a long time...it is quite durable too) and well worth the few extra bucks. Priming with the Classic Turret is quick and safe as the primer tray is isolated far (several inches) from the priming operation, so a primer chain explosion is not likely. As always, follow Lee's safety precautions.

The extra pull for the 4-holer takes an extra second to do, is all. Besides the Classic turret is not available in a 3 hole version.

I agree with previous posters who recommend the Safety Prime. Don't forget to choose the Large and Small Primer kit as you will need both sooner or later.

As well, go with the Pro-Autodisk Powder Measure as it now comes with the micrometer adjustable disk for infinitely variable powder charges. Do not even consider the old model Autodisk measure as it doesn't come withthe above plus the nice on-off hopper feature, the thumbscrew hopper mounting system, teflon coated body for smooth operation and the better sealing system to prevent powder leaks. Add the "riser" to your order to raise the measure assembly above the Safety Prime attachment for smoother operation.

Check out Lee Factory Sales website. Personally, I don't like shipping across the border as the government always takes it pound of flesh, and shipping cost usually negates the cheaper US pricing . I rather buy from a Canadian source, even at a slightly higher price. Anyways, that's your call.
 
I suggest getting two risers, for an extra $9. You just screw one into the other and both together work just fine. The reason for two is to get the Pro-Autodisk Powder Measure even higher so that you can have the measure in any position. With one riser the powder measure body has to be centered or lined up over the turret and dies. Otherwise it will still hit the Safety Prime as it comes around.

I also agree with easyrider604 on the Pro-Autodisk. For an extra $10 or whatever it is, it's well worth it.
 
Skyhawk said:
With one riser the powder measure body has to be centered or lined up over the turret and dies. Otherwise it will still hit the Safety Prime as it comes around.

I also agree with easyrider604 on the Pro-Autodisk. For an extra $10 or whatever it is, it's well worth it.
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You can simply unscrew the jam nut and rotate the measure over top of the dies, it only takes a second. I have the pro autodisk without the micrometer setup and it works fine for me.

I like the 4 hole setup because I use the press for mostly rifle calibres, with the auto index rod and powder measure removed, and I can have two sets of dies on each 4 hole head. The heads are cheap enough that I just keep a number of them with dies mounted all the time and I just switch out for whatever calibre I want to load.

Mark
 
mmattockx said:
I have the pro autodisk without the micrometer setup and it works fine for me.

I like the 4 hole setup because I use the press for mostly rifle calibres, with the auto index rod and powder measure removed, and I can have two sets of dies on each 4 hole head. The heads are cheap enough that I just keep a number of them with dies mounted all the time and I just switch out for whatever calibre I want to load.
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90% of the time, I can find a Disc cavity that will throw the correct powder charge. For the times I want to load to the maximum power or velocity, I'd like to have the option of adjusting powder charge to .1 grain increments....the discs with their .3 to .4 grain increments will not do that for me.

With the micro adjustable disc, I am hoping for finer adjustment...don't have it yet though.
 
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