Using the Lee Value Turret Press

[@slotcarfan]

1 lb Folgers can with piece of foam in bottom is perfect for storing setup turrets.

[@Bhakhanda1369]

Great video and thanks for the deliberate way you clearly explained everything. A pleasure to see!

[@johnshandloading7907]

Thank you very much. I appreciate the kind comment. I always hope the videos help someone.

[@georgiaboy4410]

Great demo John. Love the Lee turret press. 👍🏻

[@johnshandloading7907]

Georgiaboy44, I like mine a lot. Thank you for the kinds words and thank you for watching.

[@jonproven9783]

I’m impressed with the speed that is possible with this press in this set up. As I mentioned before I have a similar powder measure stand and with .45 ACP can do a round every 9 seconds. The value for the money is impossible to beat.

[@beginning-reloading]

Great video! When I got my first 1911, that's when I started reloading. Of course first caliber was .45 acp. 😉I went with the Lee Classic Turret press. I see you have one of Tony's (TreeTopFlier) powder stands. I guess he's got so many requests for those he's thinking about starting a full time business. One upgrade that I really like is the case ejection system from Inline Fabrication. It replaces the index rod with one single metal rod, so you don't have that little plastic square to deal with. Works great! Reverses the direction and then flips the finished cartridge off into a bin. Love these Lee Presses! 👍

[@johnshandloading7907]

The powder stand is great. If I had a classic turret press I would definitely buy the in line fabrication rod you have. Thanks for commenting and watching. Have a great day!

[@chaudagnejacques6072]

Great vidéo, thanks from France

[@johnshandloading7907]

Hello from the United states of America. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@mus1970]

Smooth setup, by the looks of things! Happy reloading!

[@johnshandloading7907]

Thanks John, I like it. It works for what I need and can afford. thank you for watching.

[@charlesirby9222]

That powder dispenser stand above the turret is pretty nifty. Good video.

[@johnshandloading7907]

Charles Irby, that is a powder stand made by TreeTopFlier. He is on KZbin and The Reloader's Network. Really well made powder stand. I have a video review of it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/labGZIF-esqGgq8 Thank you for watching.

[@jerryrose6014]

@@johnshandloading7907 I have the Treetop Flyer powder stand . I'm using it with the Lyman Brass Smith powder measure. It works great!!!!! If you want it for a Classic Turret Press you will have to tell him. You can get in touch with him at kzbin.info/www/bejne/labGZIF-esqGgq8

[@tyemiller6204]

I have similar setup...including TreeTops powder stand....I love it for my applications! Good video!!!

[@johnshandloading7907]

It works well for how I use it. That stand is worth every cent. Thanks for watching.

[@tyemiller6204]

@@johnshandloading7907 yes, I use it as you do....I agree, TreeTops powder stand is definitely worth the investments.

[@joesubler1169]

Where can you get the powder measure stand shown in this video?

[@jimvac77]

@joesubler1169 better to spend the money on an Autodisk Pro fir pistol or Autodrum for pistol/rifle.

[@eddieb1766]

Nice to see your process. I love my classic turret, but I haven't put the rod in it yet. I just rotate it by hand.

[@johnshandloading7907]

Eddie B, some people like rotating the turret by hand. I have tried a few different ways of hand loading with dies in different positions and even single stage at the same time as the turret doing different processes, on press priming, off press priming, using powder measure, using scoops, no matter what way, we need to be happy with our results and do it the way we like. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@eddieb1766]

@@johnshandloading7907 I agree. I've always intended to install the rod and give it a try, but for some reason I never seem to get around to it.

[@Luvtoflyhelis]

Good video, i just ordered this press except mine comes with auto powder hopper, can wait to try it out on my wife's 380 I have two lee progressive pro 1000 set up for 9mm and 45 but i think i am going to like this one even better

[@johnshandloading7907]

They are very nice. Make sure you get a riser for the pistol dies for the auto powder measure. I use one for 9mm it works great. I need to get more risers though for each caliber. It pushes up on the actuator for the powder measure. Once you get it adjusted it works GREAT. Very accurate and repeatable. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@KYGUNGUY]

Great video

[@johnshandloading7907]

Thank you. I appreciate that.

[@tjkaiser6595]

how come you did not check with calibers the overall length to ensure the book at the right depth

[@johnshandloading7907]

TJ Kaiser they are cast bullets that I have used many times. I know where on the lube groove they should sit (depth) and they were there. The absolute correct way to check a finished round is with a gauge. Using calipers can tell you the overall length and is a good guide, but is not always possible, since like in this case I am using hand cast, powder coated bullets that do not have a "book length" listed anywhere. In my initial testing of these bullets I used the barrel of my gun as a my gauge and then adjusted seating depth slightly to attain accuracy and dependability. I have an average overall length written down - but even that varies slightly from one cast bullet to the next. Thank you for asking an excellent question. I hope my response is adequate.

[@claudiosalerno6263]

Dove posso acquistare la staffa che solleva il dosatore polvere??

[@johnshandloading7907]

You will have to use your own data, start with a good manual and go safely.

[@Ruteger100]

john where can I get that cool swing arm for your powder measure? I can't find it anywhere.

[@johnshandloading7907]

They used to be made by "Treetopflier" he is a guy on KZbin. I don't think he makes them anymore. I have seen similar things made by others. kzbin.info/www/bejne/labGZIF-esqGgq8

[@Ruteger100]

@@johnshandloading7907 once again thanks for the seemingly never ending flow of quality information. big fan.

[@johnshandloading7907]

@@Ruteger100 I appreciate that. I have been busy with other stuff recently but hope to get a few things filmed and uploaded in the next few months. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@vladimirlopez7840]

I’m having a problem with the primer arm. When I lower the ram the primer arm is supposed to pivot into place to seat the primer. What mine does 5 out of ten times is it starts to pivot then starts sliding upward and jamming against the shell holder. I can’t figure out why mine does that. Any help is appreciated.

[@johnshandloading7907]

If I understand your issue correctly, I would start by looking inside the slot where the arm sits - make sure it is clean, clear and free of anything causing it to hang up. Also check the arm itself for smoothness and cleanliness. Even the smallest burr or chunk could interfere with the travel. It sort of floats in there and needs to be freely moving. Is yours this exact same model and is it new? If it is new and a little tinkering does not solve it - I would contact Lee customer service. They will help you.

[@vladimirlopez7840]

@@johnshandloading7907 yes it’s new. funny thing is the large pistol primer arm works every time. The small pistol primer arm is the one giving me problems. I’m actually checking it over right now for burrs.

[@mostrogolf22]

Can someone give details on the swinging arm that holds the powder drop? I want to purchase it. Thanks.

[@johnshandloading7907]

I did a review of it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/labGZIF-esqGgq8

[@johnshandloading7907]

Unfortunately I don't think he makes them anymore.

[@macoppoc7560]

John, What is that Bracket for the powder drum called and who makes it? Thanks

[@johnshandloading7907]

It is a Tree Top Flier powder measure stand. I don't know if he makes them anymore. kzbin.info/www/bejne/labGZIF-esqGgq8

[@yvonnemoore8799]

Thank you

[@johnshandloading7907]

Thank you for watching and commenting. Have a great day.

[@ocean374]

Great video thanks for sharing

[@johnshandloading7907]

ocean374, thank you for watching and commenting. I hope you are doing well.

[@brsmith2801]

Do you make the powder stand attachment? Where can I buy?

[@johnshandloading7907]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/labGZIF-esqGgq8

[@johnshandloading7907]

I don't think he makes them anymore.

[@jamesharris5991]

Where did you get powder stand?

[@johnshandloading7907]

custom made by Treetop flier. I don't think he makes them anymore. kzbin.info/www/bejne/labGZIF-esqGgq8

[@redbone9952]

I need one of those powder stands

[@johnshandloading7907]

I don't know if he makes them anymore. kzbin.info/www/bejne/labGZIF-esqGgq8

[@bettydaltonnewbold2019]

which die set do you recommend for a 9mm set up? I just purchased this press and the auto powder measure for it. I assume a three die setup is what I need. I'm obviously a newbie, so your advice will be greatly appreciated.

[@johnshandloading7907]

I would recommend the Lee 4 die pistol set. It has a carbide ring in the re sizing die that does not require case lube for resizing brass. The fourth die is a factory crimp die that will take the taper out of the case and help hold the bullet in the case as the last step. The four hole turrets that this press uses are made to use the 4 die sets. You can use the press any way you like, but with the auto powder measure and a 4 die set it works as designed by the manufacturer. If you do not have a "riser" for the auto powder measure you will need to get one. That should be listed as an option in the instructions. I use one for 9mm and it works perfectly.

[@johnshandloading7907]

@Betty Dalton Newbold you can email me at [e-mail] if you need help. Just be careful and take your time, check each step as you go and you will be successful. Thank you for watching and commenting. I like answering questions and helping people if I can. Also check out the beginning reloading articles here: www.thereloadersnetwork.com/channel/johns-hand-loading/

[@bettydaltonnewbold2019]

@@johnshandloading7907 - Thank you for the guidance. I have the riser for the powder measure, and I will get the 4 die set. In your opinion. do you think the 380 die set could be adjusted o properly set the 9mm round? I ask because they are about 1/2 the cost of the 9mm set.

[@bettydaltonnewbold2019]

@@johnshandloading7907 - I really appreciate your offer of assistance and will certainly ask you if I get stuck with something!

[@bettydaltonnewbold2019]

@@johnshandloading7907 - Goodness... I just tried registering at thereloadersnetwork and got the following message: *** Forbidden. Sender blacklisted. *** Any idea what this might be all about? Thank you.

[@redraiderreloading7612]

Love my lee classic! I need to order some more square ratchet pieces for the spindle .the 3d ones i bought are not as durable.

[@johnshandloading7907]

Red raider reloading, I wondered how well the 3D printed ones would hold up. The machines are very good for making pistol ammunition and quicker than doing it single stage like I used to. Thank you for watching.

[@redraiderreloading7612]

@@johnshandloading7907 unless I'm doin something wrong this last one lasted 50 rounds.. the others lasted a lil longer than that. I personally think they are thinner

[@slotcarfan]

@@redraiderreloading7612 mmmm....my square index ratchets last many thousands of rounds. Are you raising the ram before removing the turret from th press? If I am not mistaken, failure to do so may damage that piece.

[@stuckcase7775]

I have Dillons and I can’t believe I waited so long to get one of these I use it extensively for multiple calibers

[@johnshandloading7907]

They are definitely a very handy press. I am thinking about getting the progressive version of this press, the pro 4000, but not fully convinced yet. Thank you for watching and commenting. These can move pretty fast once you put the automatic powder measure on top. I am looking to take it the next step though and do multiple steps at the same time I think.

[@stuckcase7775]

@@johnshandloading7907 if your pistol caliber only and don’t switch The Square Deal B is a value packed machine If you have the need to switch calibers or go to rifles The Lee is tough to beat

[@johnshandloading7907]

@@stuckcase7775 ​ @Stuck Case I have 2 single stage presses, this Lee value turret and a load all II for shotgun shells. I would use a progressive for pistol calibers just like I do with the value turret press now. It would make more rounds quicker if it was progressive.

[@jamespollard1670]

Good stuff

[@johnshandloading7907]

James Pollard, thank you. Have a great day.

[@Lotus2885]

I’ve been looking to start reloading 9mm and 380 to save money since I shoot 1-2k rounds a month. I’m a little confused though…the turret presses decap, resize, and prime the round in the same step/die. Do you absolutely need to clean the primer pocket on every load?

[@johnshandloading7907]

Josh it depends on how dirty they are. I usually decap all my brass in a separate operation prior to cleaning the brass. Then the cleaned brass goes through the four stations of the press. so my primer pockets are deprimed and cleaned before they go through the turret. Some people don't do it that way.

[@johnshandloading7907]

Also, if I was making 1000 rounds a month I would buy a progressive press, like a DIllon.

[@gabe321]

Can you load rifle on this press?

[@johnshandloading7907]

Yes you can. I can't remember the largest cartridge. It will tell you on the Lee site.

[@gabe321]

@@johnshandloading7907 okay I’ll take a look thanks.

[@johnshandloading7907]

@@gabe321 From the Lee website: "For rifle reloaders, the maximum cartridge length that can be reloaded on this press is 2.3125 inches. Any cartridge longer than this you will have to dis-engage the auto index and manually turn the turret by hand. In addition, you will need to purchase a rifle charging die, and appropriate case length gauge to trim your brass after sizing."

[@wreckz9145]

What happens when it gets shaved

[@johnshandloading7907]

Good question, thank you for asking and thank you for watching. When powder coat gets shaved off it exposes the raw lead which can lead to leading or stripping off in the barrel when fired. It also makes the bullet slightly off balance which makes it shoot less accurately. It is not the end of the world. Best practice is to make them as perfect and consistent as possible. More critical in rifle bullets but still good to make the best ammunition you can with a little attention to detail.

[@wreckz9145]

@@johnshandloading7907 my jacketed bullets we’re getting some shaving when using my Lee loader that’s why I was wondering thank you

[@johnshandloading7907]

@@wreckz9145 shaving is not good on jacketed bullets either. Same things happen.

[@jimvac77]

Oh my. This is painfully slow and manual and it doesn't need to be. Get an Autodisk Pro and the Safety Prime system.