My near-production-model Frankford Arsenal X-10 10-station progressive reloading press has arrived at the Ultimate Reloader shop! In this story, I’ll give you a preview of what the final shipping model will look like, do a quick 9mm loading demo, and disclose plans for the X-10 here at Ultimate Reloader.
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The first X-10 Preview at Frankford Arsenal Headquarters
In late 2021, I went to Frankford Arsenal to see the X-10 in person, and to get hands on with it!Note: In the video, we were demonstrating a pre-production press that did not have all of the final parts. We were therefore not running the press at full speed.
9mm Loading on Near-Production X-10
As mentioned in the video, I was able to setup the machine in about an hour without reading the instructions. Here’s how I setup the dies:
This time things went more smoothly, and I was able to run the press faster. The case feeder is REALLY quiet, and didn’t skip a beat. I can’t wait for the final version!
Don’t worry, I’ll be posted a complete unboxing, setup, overview video when I get one of these presses in final packaging! The ETA us summer 2022.
The Progressive Press Shootout is Coming!
Now that we have the X-10 in the shop, we’re able to complete filming (still underway, lots to do) featuring the presses outlined below.
Presses Included in Shootout
- Dillon RL1100
- Dillon RL-550C
- Dillon XL-750
- Frankford Arsenal X-10 (filmed)
- Hornady Lock-N-Load AP
- LEE Loadmaster
- LEE Pro 1000
- LEE Pro 4000 (Auto Breech Lock Pro)
- Mark 7 Apex 10
- RCBS Pro Chucker 5 (filmed)
- RCBS Pro Chucker 7 (filmed)
Stay tuned for more updates! My biggest project yet for sure. We also have a bunch more X-10 content in the works- more on that in the coming months!
Find out more at Frankford Arsenal
You can find out the latest on the Frankford Arsenal X-10 product page:
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Thanks,
Gavin
