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The Hornady Lock-N-Load Classic Kit is one of the most popular ways to get into reloading, and for good reason. It's a single stage setup, which means you work one case through one step at a time. That kind of hands-on control is exactly what you want when you're learning the ropes or chasing tight, repeatable accuracy. The heart of it all is the Lock-N-Load Classic press, built on a solid cast alloy frame that's angled to give you better sightlines and easier access to the case mouth while you work.
The standout here is Hornady's Lock-N-Load quick-change bushing system. Instead of threading dies in and out of the press every time you switch calibers, you set each die in its own bushing once, then twist it in and out in a matter of seconds. Your settings stay locked in, so you're not re-adjusting every session. The Power-Pac linkage multiplies the leverage you put into the handle, which makes sizing cases easier on your arm over a long bench session. There's also a built-in Positive Priming System with both small and large primer cups, plus a primer catcher to keep things tidy.
This is a true grab-and-go starter package. Alongside the press you get a Lock-N-Load powder measure, an electronic scale, a powder trickler and funnel for dialing in charges, three Lock-N-Load die bushings, a universal reloading block, a hand-held priming tool, a chamfer and deburr tool, a primer turning plate, and a can of One Shot case lube. The Hornady Handbook of Cartridge Reloading rounds it out with hundreds of tested rifle and pistol load recipes, so you've got real data to work from instead of guesswork.
One thing worth knowing before you start: caliber-specific dies and shell holders are sold separately, since those depend on exactly what you plan to load. The kit itself is backed by Hornady's lifetime warranty on the press, so it's built to stay on your bench for the long haul.
Yes, you'll need caliber-specific dies and the matching shell holder for whatever cartridge you plan to load, since those are sold separately. The kit covers everything else, including the press, powder measure, scale, priming tools, and case prep gear. Pick up your dies and shell holder based on your caliber and you're ready to roll.
It's a single stage press, which means you run each case through one operation at a time before moving to the next. That setup gives you more control and is ideal for new reloaders and anyone focused on precision rifle or pistol loads. If you want high-volume output down the road, you can always add a progressive press later.
The Lock-N-Load quick-change bushings let you set a die once, then twist it in and out of the press in seconds without losing your adjustment. That saves a lot of time when you're switching between calibers or load steps. Your settings stay exactly where you left them, so there's no re-dialing every session.
The press is backed by Hornady's lifetime warranty, and the frame is built from a strong cast alloy designed to hold up to years of bench use. It's a setup made to stay with you well beyond your first batch of handloads.
| UPC | 090255850031 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 085003 |
| Length | 21.4000 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Centerfire Reloading Kit |
| Shipping Weight | 25.95 |
| Thread Pattern | Multi-Size |
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