Lee Primer feeds

[KenH]

Hello all - I've been using the Lee Classic turret press for a while and really like it. The auto primer feed is of the round type, now it seems they have a square type as shown here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00162POP2

Do these work as well as the older round holders? I read one review saying the top didn't fold close enough so the primers could tumble inside? I don't really need another large rifle, but would like another small to have pistol primers in one, and small rifle primers in other.

Comments please?

Ken H>

[trixter]

Look on e-bay for your round type and stock up on them. They are getting rare.

[sawinredneck]

I've used the new style with few issues, it doesn't like running low on primers, but never used the older model.

[VHoward]

I have a square folding one. Really don't like it at all. Fortunately I have a round tray that fits in the same slot the square one does.

[KenH]

Thanks for the comments - about like I figured, older model best. I see the prices on ebay for the older round models is a tad pricey. The new square model on Amazon is only $18 shipped now for both Large 'n Small...... compared to $25 EACH for the round type on ebay.

[Big Tom]

I used the round one for years and recently bought a square/triangular one. New one has less capacity, is poor to handle, barely can see primers feeding or not. Zero improvement in my book, am back to the round ones.

[tranders]

I bought the new Lee primer feed when I bought my Classic Cast turret press. The press is ok,but the primer feed is sitting on the shelf and I am single feeding primers. Spent way too much time fiddling and picking up primers on the floor with the primer feeder.
I would be willing to spend a little more if Lee would make sure this stuff is right when it leaves the factory.

[Kenstone]

I have used the newer square tray on a Pro 1000 and have found it to be dependable, without any issues.
Not having used the round tray, except in a hand primer off the press, I cannot compare or comment about it's function.
With the square tray, the primers follow the tray edges into the trough at a 45 degree angle (like a funnel), but in the round tray at an almost 90 angle, affecting/slowing the flow of the last few primers into the trough.
jmo,
:-P

[Grmps]

If you have problems with any Lee products call Lee Precision at phone (262) 673-3075 and ask to talk to Petter. They are really good to work with.