In this two part series you'll see how setup and load 45 ACP ammuition with the Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Progressive reloading press. This first video will be focused on setup of the Hornady Lock-N-Load AP progressive reloading press. In this series, you'll also see how to setup the case feeder for the Hornady Lock-N-Load AP progressive reloading press.
Video:
Click "HD" icon after playback starts to view in HDNote that in this video, I'm using the #1 shellplate, which works with 30-06 Springfield, .308 Winchester, 22-250 Remington, and 45ACP. There is however a shellplate that is supposed to work better for 45ACP (the #45 shellplate).
Hey, I live in the dry hot climates of southern arizona and have a question for you. I know that i can’t store powders in the garage due to heat (well over 130ºf), but what about storing powder in a refrigerator set to 65ºf. Will this cause condensation and ruin the powder? Great sight. very informative. Thanks
Joe- how about storing it indoors in a metal storage locker or something like that? Not sure about the ‘fridge.
Do you sell the caddies like you are using on your bench to hold your shellplates and wrenches? If not, do you have a drawing or a high-res picture available. I currently keep mine in tupperware and it’s a pain.
Randy- I’m planning to post drawings and specs, stay tuned!
I’ve watched some vids of your reloading on youtube and noticed you have worked with both Hornaday and Dillon presses. I’m interested in knowing which press do you like best and which company in your opinion offers the best customer service? Hornaday Lock N Load AP or Dillon 650?
Curtis-
Yes, I’ve spent quite a bit of time both with the Hornady Lock-N-Load AP and the Dillon XL-650.
Both Hornady and Dillon have excellent customer service, so I don’t think you’ll have a problem either way, but Dillon is a bit more bold with their “No BS Warranty” as far as I can tell.
Both presses are great pieces of equipment, and I think which one is right for you depends on what your needs and budget are.
If you’re loading 1000’s of rounds at a time, the XL-650 may be better for you (fully constrained brass feed, etc). If you’re doing frequent caliber changes, working up loads, etc – the Hornady may be better for your needs. The Dillon is more expensive (and has the edge on fit/finish) and the Hornady has features the Dillon does not (LNL bushings, LNL Powder measure metering inserts, etc)
I’m planning to do more extensive comparisons and articles here on http://www.ultimatereloader.com, so stay tuned!
One other question…I have read feedback postings from customers who have purchased the Hornady LNL press who say their Lee dies do not work well with this press due to the dies being a little to short, have you experienced this?
Curtis- I did run into an issue with a 38 special using an old Lee on the Lock-N-Load. The seater die was just a bit too short. I worked around the issue by putting the LNL bushing in my metal lathe, and reducing the thickness of the rim on the LNL bushing. That gave it “just enough” additional depth to properly seat the bullet.
I haven’t tried other Lee seater dies on the Lock-N-Load, but I’ve heard of others having good luck with them on the Lock-N-Load.
Hope that helps.
Thanks.
I have a Hornady classic reloading press. Is it possible to reload .45 ACP on one? if so, could you please let me know how?
Yes, it definately is- do you have the “Classic Cast Single Stage” or the “Classic Turret” ?
Thanks,
Gavin
Sorry, you’re talking about the Hornady Lock-N-Load classic (I was thinking Lee in my head
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Yes, single stage pistol loading is possible, but it’s slow
Do you have the whole kit? (hand priming tool, powder measure, etc)
I have a new LNL progressive, it works great for 45 acp and 357, I started to set up remington 223 and am having difficulty with the sizing die.
I have cleaned/degreased and lubed cases/die (as of today, cleaned and degreased multipel times) and only get stuck / wrecked shells.
am I setting the sizing die wrong? In long rifle adjustments on the die, the base of the die should tocuh the shell plate- I have checked, re-checked, adjusted and after ten or so stuck shells am asking for help.
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Scott
Scott- have you tried a thicker lube? I’d try Imperial case sizing wax, and see it that helps. I had the same problem with spray on lube with .223.
Hope that helps!
I have been dragging my feet on reloading for the past years and suddenly it dawned on me to check youtube. I have watched almost all your vid’s and can proudly say that I finally have the confidence to spend the money on some equipment thanks to your excellent vid’s. Easy to follow and understand whats going on. Thank you so much for making your vid’s . Keep up the good work.
I love your video’s and need a little help getting started. I plan on loading .45acp primarily and maybe 9mm in the future. I want too purchase the Hornady lnl ap and have it setup for .45acp. What more will I need to order for the press too load .45acp? Like exactly what specific dies and powder drop ect.. Could you please help?
Thank you
Brian
Thanks Brian!
To start loading 45 ACP, you’ll need a set of dies, and a #45 shellplate. I would reccomend that you get the Hornady die set, and think about getting an extra crimp die (Hornady taper crimp die for 45ACP works quite well).
For each additional caliber, you’ll need dies, bushings (LNL bushings), and a shellplate, unless the caliber uses the same shellplate.
In general, please take a look at the following article to see “what else” you’ll need:
http://ultimatereloader.com/?page_id=332
Thank you for the advice, but now I’m thinking I will probably go with the single stage classic hornady loader. I really dont need to produce 500 rounds an hour. I just want to spend time having fun loading the .45acp and get my feet wet loading my own ammo.
I am interested in more advice when prepping used brass for loading. Total newbie with a ton of questions about loading with a single stage press. Any video’s or website would be greatly appreciated?
Thanks again
Brian
Brian- Have you thought about the Redding T-7 Turret, or the Lee Classic (cast iron) turret? Those would be way better for pistol ammo… You can see Redding T-7 pistol loading videos on this site by clicking on the “Redding” tab above.
what press do you like the best when it come to turret presses? Not looking too produce but only 100-200 rounds a week for 45acp and possibly 9mm.
Brian- I’ve done a bunch of loading on the Redding T-7 Turret, and it’s outstanding! The only other turret I have is the Lee Classic (cast iron) turret, but I don’t have it setup yet. Stay tuned! Videos coming!