Hornandy Lock N Load Press

[xstrensic]

I'm not sure if this is the correct place for this topic; if not moderator please advise.

However I'm observing that many people are trying to sell their Hornandy Lock N Load Progressive presses and I'm curious to know why?

Factors I've considered were:

1. Switching to another manufacturer
2. Not reloading as much anymore
3. Level of customer service from Hornandy
4. Press not functioning as it should

so... why? curious to hear feedback

[JMP]

It's rather obvious. I won't get into details for fear of offending, it's 1). I do like the LNL bushings, I frequently use them on my 7/8" dies for single stage reloading.

[slopoke]

I've only loaded about 1k on mine, but I do know to pay attention to the shell plate and periodically checking the bolt, which if gets loose will cause problems. Learning to adjust the pawls when it won't index correctly on the up or down stroke is a must.

It's a press that takes a bit of hands on learning, but if you know the quirks and how to fix them, most will be happy with it. All in all, I'm happy with mine and don't have any plans to change, unless a deal that I can't pass up comes up on a Dillon.

[stilly]

Cause they drank the blue koolaid...

[klewan]

Cause they drank the blue koolaid...

It's Windex....

[9mmepiphany]

The folks I've seen move away from the LNL seem to not have realized the amount of commitment it would involve.

They looked at it as a lower price alternative to the Dillon 650.

The Dillon is pretty much a Set-n-Forget machine...granted with a rather involved setup period. Once set up, it doesn't require much attention. This appeals to folks who see reloading as a mean to an end, rather than an interesting hobby unto itself.

Granted, most of the folks I know who reload on a Dillon are competitive Action Pistol shooters who find a load that works and stays with it. Many of them also load for a limited number of calibers...what they compete with

[jonzer77]

The folks I've seen move away from the LNL seem to not have realized the amount of commitment it would involve.

They looked at it as a lower price alternative to the Dillon 650.

The Dillon is pretty much a Set-n-Forget machine...granted with a rather involved setup period. Once set up, it doesn't require much attention. This appeals to folks who see reloading as a mean to an end, rather than an interesting hobby unto itself.

Granted, most of the folks I know who reload on a Dillon are competitive Action Pistol shooters who find a load that works and stays with it. Many of them also load for a limited number of calibers...what they compete with

I would include myself in this category. I got tired of constantly tinkering with my old press(not a LNL) and so I went with the Dillon. After having a kid, I found I just don't have the time to sit and tinker with my press and I just want to go out to the shed and crank out some rounds to add to the stockpile so I don't have to worry about loading ammo before a match.

[Sir Toast]

Cause they drank the blue koolaid...

+1 .

[javithewrench]

I just started reloading and bought the hornady lnl. once you adjust it, it works great. I load 45/70 and 44mag. I'm happy so far. if your near long beach you can come try out my press see if it will fit your needs. I'm also not pumping out 1000 rounds at a time I do about 100 at a time. pm me if your interested in trying it out.

[Dirtbikindad393]

So it seems that the Dillon is the way to go from the start? I really want to get into loading my own as I am shooting competitions every 2 weeks. It would just make sense to load my own and try to save a little money.

[Mike402]

So it seems that the Dillon is the way to go from the start? I really want to get into loading my own as I am shooting competitions every 2 weeks. It would just make sense to load my own and try to save a little money.

From everything I've seen, if you are the type to want to pump out a gazillion rounds, and don't have a need to switch calibers that often, Dillon is the way to go.

The opposite holds true for people like me who might do 500 at a time, then switch to another caliber, and reload for many calibers - Hornady LnL will suit you more.

[jonzer77]

From everything I've seen, if you are the type to want to pump out a gazillion rounds, and don't have a need to switch calibers that often, Dillon is the way to go.



The opposite holds true for people like me who might do 500 at a time, then switch to another caliber, and reload for many calibers - Hornady LnL will suit you more.

It's isn't that time consuming to switch calibers, it's just a little more expensive compared to other presses.


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[9mmepiphany]

So it seems that the Dillon is the way to go from the start?

If you're new to reloading and determined to start with a progressive, I'd highly recommend a Hornady LNL, since it lets you start like on a Single Stage (1 die installed), progress to a Turret (1 case installed), and then steam ahead on a full progressive when you're more comfortable.

I like the LNL, but then I like tweaking the press to perform optimally. I have a couple of friends who are loading on Dillon 650s, who like the speed, but feel less in control than when they were loading on their SS (RCBS) or turret (Lee)

[stilly]

So it seems that the Dillon is the way to go from the start? I really want to get into loading my own as I am shooting competitions every 2 weeks. It would just make sense to load my own and try to save a little money.

Uhh no. Not quite that simple but I will let the others handle this...

[scotty99]

I just bought a Hornady after watching my father try to setup a Dillon 650. Anyone who is telling you the Dillon is easier to get going has never tried both. Suffice it to say I was cranking out rounds within 3 hours of unboxing the LNL. Two months after buying the 650 dad is still tinkering, buying things Dillon didn't include, etc.

The LNL is a solid press. Save the dough for components. Don't be afraid to adjust the pawls and immediately clean up spilled powder and you'll be happy with the Hornady.


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