How to Use the Lee Precision Load-Master ~ PART 1

[@billp1669]

I don't think anyone at Lee could have explained this any better. Thanks for all your hard work in these videos..

[@motodad1119]

Hands down the GOAT of press setup vids. Plus I wish this guy was my grandpa.

[@mikelane9608]

AMAZING VIDEO! Thanks so much for putting together such an informative video! I know a lot of viewers pass up long videos……. This one passed by in a flash! This is a very intricate machine AND you made every second count!!!! I’m sure that I will watch it several more times. Now I’m ready for the second part of this video…..

[@coa878]

Lee should pay you for your videos, you may have just talked me out of a Hornady. Such a great teacher and well educated.

[@deadmenwalkingsavtheusa7594]

These day's with a good old teacher are gone. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, it must be great to be retird. ANd if u have kid's they must be very proud of u, with the knowledge u have.

[@MegaChivo999]

Awesome video GREAT TEACHER I almost gave up on watching videos everybody skips in the most important parts. You are the BEST I am ready to do this. Thank You Very Much. Have a great day.

[@GunBlue490]

You're welcome.

[@RT6Speed]

I've been loading on a single stage for years and decided to go with a Lee Loadmaster. Got the press only since I had so many parts already and spent the morning puttin it on the bench while playing your video. You sir, are a lifesaver! With your video I got everything installed without much hassle or complication at all. Can't thank you enough for a great instructional video.

[@bdk323]

Don't own a press thinking of buying one you sir are a hero for taking the time to make this video thank you!!!!

[@robertdykes2708]

I have learned more by watching this guys videos than anybody else by far

[@timspence3597]

Just wanted to thank you very much for this video. Now I understand a lot about the Lee loadmaster which I just received, the best thing was your process in installing the case feeder assembly. I had tried for 2 days to get that thing adjusted oh, watch the two other videos that were of no help, but in 10 minutes of watching your installation process and I was done and successful. I know it's four years later but it seems like the same issues continue with the loadmaster. Again thank you very much!

[@ericspears5237]

Thank you soo much, I inherited a Loadmaster but no paperwork, and this has helped tremendously.

[@t.curran8243]

I've been relaoding for 40 years and am now looking over all the new technology. Loadmaster seems to be as good as any. I'm into CAS and need to maximize volume. Great suggestion to use separate decapping die. Lubrication details and overall details with clear explanations and camera work is outstanding. Great for beginners and veterans. Most people don't realize this kind of detaled maintenance is necessary, and get ticked off at the machine and manufacturer.

[@thomasarnswald1002]

Outstanding, such a great teacher, he took his time, and he did not rush through anything, he thoroughly explained each step of using the Lee Load Master. Thank you, sir for sharing your knowledge, your video is one of the best.

[@garrball1540]

Absolutely the best BEST video I've seen yet on setting up this press... Very nicely detailed sir!

[@albatro2676]

You Sr. have made and exceptional review ! And thank you for that. Probably I will purchase a Lee Load Master Press, because now I lost my fears about this press.

[@johnavelisjr.9178]

This is the best video explaining the operation of a progressive reloading press that I have seen. It is completely necessary for anyone contemplating progressive reloading to understand the operation of their press at this level of detail.

[@danlim1851]

This is absolutely, positively, indubitably the MOST AWESOME Lee Precision Guide tutorial video I have ever seen. You, sir, are AMAZING!

[@GunBlue490]

Dan Lim Thank you.

[@photomatt01]

just bought a used LoadMaster press and watched GunBlue's videos to set it all up and adjust everything.. ready to go, except for primers.. :-) Thank you for the great video's !!

[@scottdeane7888]

I just bought one of these presses. I have been reloading for years on a single stage, but this is my first progressive press. Your video was invaluable. I was able to quickly set it up and understand its little quirks. If I had only had the directions from Lee, I would have been totally lost. Thank you for sharing your practical wisdom. I love all your videos.

[@TheSplinter99]

You should be Payed By Lee for these video's. My press came with no instruction manual, which really bothered me. Because of that and not set up with a 223 die set I decided that I would check the press with 45 ACP set up instead see'in how it was me to blow up and no one else. Boy oh Boy and Holy ....!! You have been plastered on my computer for 2 days. Thank You so much

[@mizrahimsephardi5214]

May G-D keep you and your loved ones save, you are an asset to the gun community and our Country, Amazing Video.

[@johnprince7445]

Fantastic.I had given up trying to get my Loadmaster to work. Followed your video and now it works perfectly. Thanks a bunch.

[@gearllowe849]

I have watched a bunch of video's on the LoadMaster set up. This is hands down ,The Best I've seen.Thank's to You I'm ready to rock and roll!

[@axe609]

Thank you for your time and effort, You have taught me a lot. Very clear and detailed. It is nice to be taught from someone who has used the reloader not someone setting it up their first time.

[@s3adrag0n]

Great video, I just got mine Loadmaster and your videos are a lifesaver! Very detailed without extra comments and are straight to the point. Thank you!

[@waltnurmi5253]

Excellent video. With replays, it took me about 2 1/2 hrs. to get everything in tune. Thank you!

[@carnutal]

I'd like to add my thank you to all the others here. Even though I've had a Loadmaster in the past, your instructions were so clear and to the point and a great help to me. Your video makes up for the poor instructions/pictures included with the press. Again, thank you, thank you, thank you. Hope you are still shooting and reloading.

[@davidblue435]

You are so gifted in how you explain every step to reloading in detail. I am very interested in reloading and before I make a final purchase of equipment finding you has been a wonderful experience to learn the intricate details one must know to make a decision before making the purchase. Thank you so much for making these video's. You are by far the best instructor I've found on U Tube. God Bless!

[@proteus371]

This is the BEST Video for running Lee Load-Master EVER ! I will save and download this for cross reference, Thank You !!

[@Chris-Garrod]

Thank you for such a clear, focused, well-presented video. The quality of the video and explanations were fantastic. I have yet to get a press, this video shows me everything I needed to know, without waffling on or deafening me with music. I wish more videos followed your top-notch presentation.

[@donyacummings5652]

Sir that was the absolute best video on utube I am thanking of buying a reloading system and wasn't sure with one to get but you just sold another Lee press I love this system. I was also worried about getting started until i watched your videos you gave excellent instructions. Agen thank you sir and God bless.

[@JohnDoe-vq8bg]

Lee should give you free everything for life! You're a real treasure! Many blessings!

[@loaded68mustang]

Wow! These two videos are invaluable!!! I would have been so lost with my kit if not for these. I watched them both a couple times before my kit arrived and then set it up watching this and it couldn't have been easier! THANK YOU!!!

[@caseymuni4097]

The best loadmaster teaching video by far. I am trying to get into reloading and wasted a lot of time searching through KZbin. I picked up some bits and pieces from lots of videos together with lots of confusion. I liked this video so much that I had to leave a comment to praise it.

[@matthewlose9446]

I just got my Lee Loadmaster and have been struggling to get it set up. The instructions that came with it are vague and indirect and other videos make assumptions about what the user already know OR it goes into such minute detail that is is equally as useless, UNTIL NOW, GREAT JOB! Great video. I’m anxious to go onto the next one but wanted to give you some thanks first.

[@johnmunroe8812]

Thank you for your video. I just got my Lee Loadmaster and now I think I am ready to start putting it together with out pulling what's left of my hair out. Thanks again

[@BRLaue]

CA is enacting draconian ammo laws at the first of the year. Enough is enough. I watched your two videos on the Lee Loadmaster, bought the press, dies and the rest of the equipment, watched the videos three more times and have just returned from the range where I shot my first 100 handloaded 9mm. Many thanks to you, Captain, and I wish you and yours a very merry Christmas and all the best in the coming year.

[@hawk5183]

Exactly what I needed. Lee's videos are good, but this is what a novice needs.

[@cowturdpies]

AWESOME VIDEO AND INSTRUCTOR!! You are by far the best in my experience. After 42 years in Naval Aviation... as a flyer and maintenance guy …. YOU are the instructor we were always looking for... and I know you most likely do your own research, course development, preparation etc etc. Bravo Zulu for the best video I've seen on this press yet. My 9MM version is rapidly being transferred from card board boxes to the loading bench... and thanks to this video... I believe that process will go along very smooth... and Thank You again for all you do.

[@CyberShanghai]

A friend gave me his Lee Load-Master, without instructions. This is exactly what I need to get started. Thanks!

[@gregknight7441]

Thank you. I bought one of these used 5 years ago. I have never been able to make it run smoothly. I followed your advice, and found the shell plate I was using was binding. I now have a smooth cycling press. Thank you.

[@CaveBear1031]

2019 !! Still benefiting from your wisdom. I've decided on the Lee turret System for my reloading.

[@torbenqvist7730]

Thank you sir for a very well done video. Just bought a Loadmaster and this was very helpfull indeed. A very thorough explanation which even I understood .Looking forward to view the next part. Have a nice day. cheers

[@mojavegardener7770]

Thanks for taking the time to put these videos together. I just bought a loadmaster and the reloading discord recommended your videos to me. I'll be back to check out more of your videos.

[@Liberty4Ever]

Thank you for the excellent video showing the way you configure the Lee LoadMaster press. I've been running mine since 1993 and managed to learn some useful tips.

[@kencammenga4442]

I haven't used my Loadmaster very much, so when I pulled it out of storage to load 357 mag I decided to watch your video again. I followed your suggestions/procedures to the tee. What a great video. I love your calm demeanor. So I loaded over 300 with hardly a hitch. I have learned to watch very closely that I still have primers in the feeder, that the decapper pin hasn't been pushed up indicating a shell has gotten through with the primer still in place, and that the incoming shell is right side up. I did not have one, not one, primer issue! The only thing I didn't follow you on was lubricating the shells. I don't lube 9mm, but I find lubing the 357 to be very helpful. I just spray a little lube into a large freezer baggy, add the shells, and then roll them around. Takes less than 3 minutes. Thank you very much for your video.

[@GunBlue490]

Ken Cammenga Never lube cases with carbide dies. Carbide requires no lube, and will build up a mess under the carbide ring and transfer it to the shell plate. Non carbide dies always must be lubed.

[@mojavegardener7770]

GunBlue Lee needs to put you on payroll, these videos are a necessity for anything that purchases a loadmaster.

[@clydew2357]

Great video, makes the setup of the Lee Load Master Press easy and straight forward. Thanks.

[@allenmartin8676]

Great video, thank you for taking the time to educate us on the proper set up and operation of the Lee Load Master press. Take care, best regards.

[@aaroncooke2493]

Thank you sir for this video series. I've been of the fence buying a progressive press until now and I'm sold on it...Lee Load-Master will be in my loading room right next to my single stage presses soon.

[@SorinG2010]

Great video! Your instructional “How to” video should come with the press on dvd! Thank you Sir!

[@patmancrowley8509]

GunBlue490 I was amazed at how smooth your Loadmaster was when you brought your lever into contact with the indexer and pushed it in. Mine was always more along the lines of needing a bit of a hit. After watching this I searched out a pointed whetstone that I had bought some months back from Dan's Whetstone. Looking at the shaft of the indexer there was obvious scoring so I've just worked the shaft and the channel over and boy were there some nasty burrs. I've now got it all cleaned up and it sure is working a whole lot smoother. Thanks again for the education my brother (my older brother is a '49er and a retired teacher. Whodathunk?).

[@neurik]

Exactly what I was looking for and not finding it anywhere else. Thanks a lot!

[@tompatrick3281]

I have seen many videos on this press ,and I want to tell you that this is the most informitive one that I have seen , excellent job ....I wished a 1000 times That I woukld have bought this press instead of that POS PRO1000 that I got , Im fixing to put it up for sale and get this Press, Im am very mechanical inclined, and actually have worked in manufacturing maintenance working with PLL machines.... and I worked and worked on that Pro1000 till I was ready to take a sledge hammer to it and could never get it to work , between this Video and all the videos for tricks and mods for the Loadmaster that are out there, This video has inclined me to go ahead and Order on , Thank you Sir for a great video, My hats off to you , Im sold Thanks

[@edrw2222]

Awesome video, thanks for posting this. You explained everything so clearly it's the ONLY video that's ever kept my attention for an hour and I don't even have a Load-Master! I have the classic 4 turret press but a lot of the tips can be used on it too. Great teacher!!!!

[@josephdigiovanni6562]

Can't agree more with Ruben very very informative great with the details never got away from whens hows and whys most videos get off point or too technical thanks for keeping it simple for a novice like me.

[@happyhome41]

Amazing video. So much better than the TITAN series. I had to smile at your comment acknowledging the design of the web function with the index rod: "slick". Agree. THANK YOU !

[@AmateurRedneckWorkshop]

I have watched tons of videos on setting up the Loadmaster including the ones on the Lee site and have seen all manner of suggestions for improving the press and I have to say your video was probably the most clear and to the point that I have seen. I have a love hate relationship with my Loadmaster. It does a great job on 45 acp, a good job on 38 special, and drives me to drink with 9mm. I threw away the chain and replaced it with a spring connected to the frame. Even Lee has some powder dispensers with springs. Thanks for a great video, I will now go see part 2. Keep on keeping on.

[@mrsa101]

i do big batches every winter and always forget the finer points of set up. thank you for your perfect instructions to my perenial madness

[@markgman4157]

Very good tutorial. I saw poor reviews of the Lee progressive press but after watching this maybe folks don't get it set up properly. Watching this renewed my interest. I was looking at Dillon presses at the gun shop today and they start at twice the price of the Lee which kinda dampens my interest. For that kind of money I'd stick with my turret press. I agree with Jason, maybe Lee should buy this tutorial from you.

[@hartfloorcovering]

I know this is a year later but... Sir, this was an incredible explanation of this press set up! Just what I needed to see to confirm my suspicions of complaints. I load on a T7 turret ( which has been great for me) but have recently started up with 45acp and have been looking into a progressive set that was realistically affordable, so thank you! I'm also very thankful that Highboy 76 told me to definitely check you out.

[@GunBlue490]

Christopher Hart My advice has no time stamp and I am glad to hear that it was helpful.

[@PhilipWahlbom]

Ruben Horta said it! Great video. Just bought my Load master, and I can't wait to get started. Thank you for your video.

[@lestatspada]

This is funny. I'm here watching guides for reloading, while I dont have a gun yet. In a side note though. I have been planning get me some later on and Imma save up for a press just to reload. It looks relaxing.

[@MrRoy54]

GunBlue490 What a great video. I was having problems with my Lee loader, but after watching your video I total understand what's what! Lee should pay you as the instruction you get with the loader are rubbish! Compared to your video. Thank you! From me from Down Under. (Australia)

[@arlissyoung8899]

Well done, great job in explaining the set up. I have one on order. There's a lot of posts that really bash this press hard. Like anything if done right it makes it a lot better. I will save this post so when mine get here I can review and set mine up the right way. I was thinking I had made a bad mistake by ordering this press, now I feel a lot better.

[@nathancooper9932]

Thank you, I think I need to upgrade from the classic to the Load-Master... God bless you as well.

[@drumstix70]

Absolutely stellar explanation and may have just convinced me to go with this unit. Thank you!

[@teddybaham]

wow what an excellent video, thanks for taking the time to do this!!! found one of these at an antique store in great shape. pais $40. this video got me going

[@oldsparkeater7650]

Outstanding video, Very well presented and professionally articulated information, I was trying to convince myself not to buy the Loadmaster, But now I'm convinced i want one, AND i can get one of these to operate correctly based on this video I have used a 4 hole turret for many years and 10's of thousands of rounds, in many calibers I have had very good results with it, this would be the next step for me, I loved the conversation on the oil can in the comments below ....funny..... those ball fittings were common on lathes and other machinery in years past :-) Great instruction video !!!

[@DarkHorseParatrooper]

Awesome video! I just ordered one of these, thanks for breaking it all down, best video I've seen!

[@heinzmeier1527]

Not even Mr. Lee himself could have it explained better than you!

[@lifelonglearner6404]

I thought he was Mr. Lee! :-)

[@Don.E.63]

Is this NOT Richard Lee? Lol Gunblue490 is a great instructor!

[@jesusisalive3227]

I really like using the moly lube you use to put ar15's together with. It seems to work very well and it embeds moly into the metal. Thanks for suggesting the decanting die. I was going to use my quick trim die to align the primer station but your suggestion is better!

[@davegrandeffo330]

Great presentation! I finally have the knowledge and confidence to take my Lee Loader out of the box and get some use out of it!

[@smilingbiter]

I'm just getting into reloading. I presently have the Lee Challenger Lock and Load but just setting up a bench and haven't started reloading. Was thinKing of getting the Load Master latter on after I learn more. I was planning to use the single stage for mi 762X51 Nato (M14) and the Load Master for my .45' ACP's Best tutorial I have seen yet on the Load Master. On to part 2!

[@rechin68]

Hello from France A great video I buying recently Lee master and I was very inquiring to set up this machine But your video is amazing No frustration no Prozac (😂) now thanks to you Good bless you! From Paris with love! Best regards

[@GunBlue490]

Thank you and God bless! I recently returned from Lourdes and had a wonderful time in France.

[@mileswhitener4173]

Excellent presentation. Vibration during sizing is one of the main reasons that primers get tipped or off-center. Using a little alcohol+lanolin lube on pistol cases reduces the shock of sizing. Even with carbide, there can be some binding.

[@timr9082]

Great video! Thanks for taking the time to do this and sharing your knowledge.

[@jefflawsonqwest]

Wow, incredible video. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this.

[@frankschneider5566]

GunBlue490 ...The Professor. I learned a lot from you. Thanks.

[@blairweiss]

Thanks you! 1 hour invested and my press is running well again. I didn't know about lubrication of most of the areas that you pointed out. I always thought grease and oil were the enemy.

[@GunBlue490]

These machines require a balance of lubrication to keep them running, but without attracting fouling and powder. It's generally good to clean it up and lube every so often as need dictates. Experience will guide you.

[@michaelmustermann1136]

Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you . Greetings from Germany

[@hereismyusername007]

Thank you for putting this video together, it is very well done and very informative.

[@RK-ed7cc]

I watched countless videos on the Loadmast. After this video, which is awesome, I went for it. Started setting up trying to follow your tips. Unfortunately my luck was not like your. It won't index. Tried adjusting the carrier alignment and tried the flipper adjustments for literally a couple hours going back and forth between the two. Best I could get was indexing 2-3 times then locking up solid. Anyone want to buy an unused press?

[@fishrrelaxing9361]

Single best video on KZbin!

[@MrPsychguy1]

Thank you sir, I appreciate your tutorial and your great attention to detail 10/10!

[@MrJasonBoudreaux]

I've been using a Rock Chucker for years for .223 .308 and .257 Weatherby. Yes it takes forever. Been wanting a progressive press for the 9mm .223 and 300BLK but always kind of intimidated. Now I'm not. Thanks. You are doing a great job explaining. Much better than Lee ever could. They should pay you or at least give you some free stuff!

[@GunBlue490]

+Jason Boudreaux Thank you, Jason.

[@matthewbunch832]

I agree...

[@agrippa2k469]

+Jason Boudreaux I've been on the fence for a while too. Looked at LEE Turret (can be upgraded to Pro 1K). The LEE Pro in a caliber kit is actually cheaper (or the same)! But the LoadMaster is the best value with 5(4) instead of 3 holes for +$60.

[@GunBlue490]

+Bert Payne The LoadMaster is an entirely different machine compared to the others, and is more than just another hole. It's a very robust machine that will crank out quality ammo with the best of them, and with the best dies in the world.

[@jasonhaman9556]

I have a new in box older model, and going from a lee single stage to this its just tiring. Watching this now i know i need to go take that machine down to bare bones and lube everything and inspect. Great video!

[@paulomorris8547]

New to the reloading game with the lee 1000...thanx for the video...I'm excited to make my ammo..🤙🤙

[@14goldmedals]

Outstanding tutorial. I thought I heard 7/16" when you were explaining using the pencil as a gauge. Perhaps you meant 5/16" ? Now to watch Part 2 😊

[@bobreese9576]

I cannot thank you enough for this 2 part video and the one on the 223 reloading. I just picked up my first press and it happens to be the Load-master! Because it is used, I decided to pull it apart (100%) and reassemble while using this video to oil properly and make the adjustments to the basic items as I have 3 die sets on order. 2 questions: 1 - Do you have any experience or videos on the Micro Adjust powder feed? 2 - Any comments of videos on the Auto bullet feeder? Once again, Thank You for this great video!!

[@sijovapes9100]

@gunblue490 thank you so much I have been reloading on my loadmasters for years now, got 2 secondhand loadmasters and they just a nightmare and this video helped me remember the tricks on timing but need to get new priming systems for the 2!

[@whosnext98]

THANK YOU! This has been a great help!

[@ZZ-uf4zv]

Very informative video. Nice job!

[@markeithhost]

Outstanding video. Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@justjoe47]

Yes I do that because I watched "GunBlue's Guide for the Lee Precision Load-Master ~ PART 1" video. Great info. Everything is clean and properly lubed. The indexing rod is pretty floppy in the shaft it rides in. Is it supposed to be real loose and sloppy? As you suggested, I am going to screw the rod holding fitting in one more full turn and see what happens. I am trying to put a few more videos on KZbin but I am having a hell of a time getting them from my phone to my computer. These gadgets are always screwing up. Even my geek wife cannot do it. Trying again tomorrow.

[@carlosespinho3189]

Very good!!! Could you make a video showing how to change the gauge? Carlos - Rio de Janeiro Brazil

[@kibble8820]

Great Video. Just got my new loadmaster today. That Oil hole for the ram is not on this new press.

[@JNeilWix]

I have one without that too. I suppose I'll just apply oil directly to the ram.

[@patmancrowley8509]

I was also noticing that your case pusher is tapered downward across the front. Mine is square. I had to make additional adjustments to accommodate that difference.

[@xaiga29]

You mention that you've been using the press for a long while, a cleaning tutorial would be awesome ^_^

[@paulvanwyk9937]

Wow that'"s amazing.Thank you for sharing.