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Questions & Answers
Will this accommodate Hornady dies? Expert Answer

Yes. Many Hornady dies will fit this press.

by Kurt Colbourne, Gear Expert, April 1, 2021
Customer Reviews
Helpful Positive Review Perfect single stage press. by David, Verified Owner, June 6, 2020
I've owned two lee single stage presses, and I've broke them both. I snapped the super thin cast iron based. All I was doing was resizing 308. Nothing too difficult. This lyman press is at least twice as sturdy. Should last a lifetime (unlike lee)
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Helpful Positive Review This Press is a Dandy by X-Ringer, February 16, 2021
As an avid shooter/hunter I own several reloading presses. From single stage to some of the top progressive loaders on the market. This Lyman has to be one of the tops for the price. It’s sturdy, precision built, and pretty compact. I didn’t expect ...
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Most Recent Reviews Great press if you have realistic expectations. by John, October 6, 2022
The only downside is the amount of leverage offered by this small press, but that would apply to any small press. I have other presses for the heavy stuff, so it's a non-issue for me. Perfect secondary reloading press or for someone starting out with...
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Most Recent Reviews Loading press by Art, July 24, 2022
Like the fact that it is cast iron seem like it works very well. I have only loaded a few hundred 223 s no issues and 100 colt 45s works great. I’ve used other Lyman products all are top quality that’s reason for getting press
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Quantity: 1 Included Accessories: Standard Color: Orange

Code: LY-R5-BSIDLP-7726500

MPN: 7726500

UPC: 011516765000

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$144.49
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Product Info for Lyman Brass-Smith Ideal Reloading Press

If you want to start reloading ammo, you need a high-quality Reloading Presses from Lyman. The Brass-Smith Ideal Press is perfect for both beginners and experienced reloaders, as it has a compact design that requires minimal bench space. This means it can be either a primary or supplemental press, depending on your needs.image

The rugged frame is made of cast iron and supplemented with steel components, giving it plenty of weight to stay stable while you load each casing. The Brass-Smith Ideal Press also has compound linkage for optimum leverage, as well as a 1-inch diameter ram and a 3.875-inch press opening. This opening fits all pistol calibers and rifle cartridges with a loaded length of up to 3.7 inches.

It is also designed to be convenient to use, with the handle being central to the press for easy ambidextrous use. The Ideal Press accepts all 7/8x14 thread dies and standard shell holders, making it the perfect option for a variety of calibers.

Specifications for Lyman Brass-Smith Ideal Reloading Press:

Manufacturer: Lyman
Quantity: 1
Fabric/Material: Cast Iron
Weight: 13.8 lb
Included Accessories: Standard
Color: Orange
Finish: Powder Coated
Hand: Ambidextrous

Features of Lyman Brass-Smith Ideal Reloading Press:

  • Handles all pistol calibers and rifle cartridges up to 3.700 in length;
  • Accepts all standard 7/8"x14 dies and standard shell holders;
  • Compound linkage and 1" diameter ram

Package Contents:

  • Lyman Brass-Smith Ideal Reloading Press

Lyman Brass-Smith Ideal Reloading Press Orderable Models

List of Orderable Models

Lyman Brass Smith Ideal Press, Iron Frame, Orange, 7726500 , MPN: 7726500 , UPC: 011516765000 , Code: LY-R5-BSIDLP-7726500
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