Rcbs bench priming tools

I am curious as to whether RCBS will warranty me the parts for the old hand primer.
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I have never been refused by RCBS, I called and informed them my elephant stepped on it. The next time I called they did not ask about my elephant 'that I did not have'.

One day the ram dropped out the bottom of one of my Rock Chuckers, I called : they said they would send me a new one. I informed them I did not want a new Rock Chucker, I would be happy with another ram and pin. As far as your curiosity, they have to know how they can help you. If they, for any reason, refuse let me know. I will sent you the extra parts I have collected at gun shows and from friends.

F. Guffey

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Not surprised.....they've never let me down. Since you chose the (ugh tubes).:D I shortened and de-pictured my posts.....no use wasting band width....just trying to get you all the info for the decision. One thing I believe in is choices.....one never fits everyone. You will like the bench tool over the hand tool even with the new parts.....your hands will thank you.
 
Love my RCBS Automatic Priming Tool. Mine has loaded an estimated 50,000 rounds over many years. No issues and it still works as well as the day it was new. Only problem I've ever had is that one and only one shellholder didn't have the hole diameter correct and the punch would not stay straight with the primer pocket. Not the tools fault. I often on small batches just place a primer in the cup by hand and don't use pickup tubes. If mine were to break today I'd order another tomorrow or I'm positive RCBS would send repair parts. Great feel, just the right leverage, and faster than any other method I've tried. Don't want any hand squeezed priming tool with my older hands.
 
Thanks for the info GWS I appreciate all the info. The reason I decided on the tube type was for space reasons. Even the tube loader will be be mounted on a board and clamped to my bench only when needed. I am used to tube loaders with my Hornady AP. The strip loader would have been the more convenient of the two for sure. I was very tempted to go the strip loader route after your post but the thought of needing the strips and loader pushed me the other way
 
RCBS Priming Tools...good stuff

One thing that is noticeable about the RCBS tubes is that the plastic pick sleeves appear to be made for the ages. Use of this totally satisfactory piece has been largely taken by the Dillon 550B. The Dillon ends are replaceable and most 550 users have a supply. Personally, I have never seen a tube accident that was not related to operator error. :eek:

Addendum: RCBS replaced the primer rods on my old Lachmiller type primer seater recently. That primer tool was in active use when Reagan was President. Also, I have returned dies made in the 1970's for service. Did it on a bet in another forum. Die was returned with new decapping rod assembly and detailed note on inspection. Don't think Dillon tubes bend so easy.
 
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Glad it worked out for you , RCBS is a great company. Will back up their products for ever .
 
Like others have said, GWS pretty much nailed it. I have the APS bench tool as well, and love it. Get the strip loader, they are pretty easy to use, and are totally worth it.

I also use a small wallpaper roller to make sure and seat the primers fully into the strips.

I use the Inline Fabrication bench mounting system to easily switch between presses, and they actually make one for the RCBS priming tool as well, so I can easily swap out my press for the priming tool.

I don't use it any more for pistol rounds, although it works well, I just make too many rounds to justify priming off the press nowadays. Rifle rounds however are another story.

I love how you can feel the primer seat to the proper depth.

Really an outstanding product.
 
I received it yesterday, mounted and tested this morning. Primers are seating appx .003 below the case head consistently with no crushing. It requires minimal effort and has a great feel. Bonus is my Hornady AP primer tubes are a direct swap out
 
Nice when things work out the way they're supposed too . My RCBS Ram priming unit is similar to he bench unit , I don't have that feed unit . Been using mine for many years ago , got pretty use to it . I uniformed my brass so adjust the seating depth an locking it in place , full range can feel everyone bottem . So tools you can't improve , you want them to last forever .Be Well

Chris
 
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