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Thanks.....that would explain why I could not get deep enough without affecting the crimp...

I have been reloading now for 2 months. Reloaded and tested over 4000 rounds so far of all my calibers. Loading Lead and Jacketed bullets with great success - thanks to all the input from this Forum. Using my new Hornady LNL AP press. I have full compliment of Dies and Accessories to reload 9mm, 40s&w, 45ACP and 223. I use the Hornady Microjust Seating Stem for my 223 reloading and it helps very much. I orderred a new Microjust Seating stem for the other calibers I reload. Reloading 40 s&w and was seeting fine with default Seating screw and contoured anvil. INstalled the Microjust Seating Stem on my Taper Crimp 40 s$w die and I can not adjust down enough to even get a reasaonable change in the bullet seating depth. I have adjusted the Die depth in press, adjusted the crimp on the case, but still no affect on overall bullet seating depth with Microjust Stem. Kind-of defeats the purpose of micro-adjustments when changes/adjustments are made with this stem. The Microjust Stem works great on my 223 dies.... Anyone have any ideas? What am I doing wrong? Does this Mcrojust Seating Stem not work with New Dimension 40 s&w Taper Crimp/Seating Dies? Thanks

Setup my LNL and starting with 9mm. Thanks to all of you for your input and insight. What a great forum!!!

Is there a 223 expander die for Hornady LNL?

I have a few more questions: Question#1: for 223 on the LNL - my options for my setup/dies: Opt1: 1=Redding FL Decapper/Sizer, 2=Powederfunnel, 3=Powder Cop, 4=open, 5=Hornady Bullet seater w/Micrometer adjustment. Opt2: 1=Hornady FL Decapper/Sizer(2-die set), 2=Powederfunnel, 3=Powder Cop, 4=open, 5=Hornady Bullet seater)2-die set) w/Micrometer adjustment. I read alot about seating in one die and crimping in a sperate die. Is this really necessary for non-competition shooting. Question #2: if I order the Hornady LNL (new) will it come with a) the case ctivated lower assembly, and the Quick Stop PTX linkage. Also for trimming I've read and viewed numerous great reviews on the Possum Hollow Kwick Case Trimmer w/adapter, reviews mention sizes based on the collar for more consistency. Is this really necessary for my initial purchase. Any thoughts.... Lastly, Would anybody be interested in reviewing my order to see if I have forgotton anything. I want to place it Monday, during business hours for questions. I son;t want to order $1700 and find out I need a $5 part. My order is up to $1708, LNL AP, LNL case feeder (plates), DIY bullet feeder (lead and jacketed), Inline Fab UltraMount, PF.com powder funnel, RCBS Partner single stage press for swaging, depriming and others, extra parts/Springs, digital scale & calipers, 4 caliber (9mm, 40, 45 and 223) dies (sets, bullet feeder, powder cop), 3-pistol powder metering inserts, extra primer pickup tubes, primer tray, RCBS Primer pocket swager die, Hornady Primer Pocket Reamer, Shell plates (LNL) & holders (RCBS), extra bins, wrench, extra bushings, DIY clear tubes, etc. It adds up quick buit I got a large bonus this past year and it;s eaither this or buy bulk ammo and relaoding seems to make sense. Not cheaper just more ammo and I can hoard each batch. Thanks all.....

That was my guess...there are various types of crimps....Thanks....

What are the 4 indentations on some of my 223 cases? Is this the crimp or swage on the primer pocket? Does this have to be removed? Thanks again for all of the advice.

Is there a 223primer pocket de-swagger die for progressive presses?

Does the RCBS bullet feeding die/tubes work well on the LNL? And can I use the LNL bushings on the RCBS dies? Thanks and great tip!

Does the LNL bullet feeder work with lead bullets. I have read slot that there may be issues. Any input?

Thanks...that clears things up...so if I were to buy 4 of the (050116) Powder Mesaure Metering Assembly (1 for each caliber) abd leave them set and just change these when I change dies for calibers. Now I have to decide if the Ammo Plant which ncludes many extras + the Case Feeder and Bullet Feeder are the best route cost wise....

Thanks for all of your assistance and insight.... Can anyone clear up the powder measure confusion. Which of these or both should I order? LNL Powder Measure Micrometer for Handgun Rotor and Metering Assembly #050129 (too new - can't include a link) and/or LNL Powder Measure Handgun Metering Assembly #050116 (too new - can't include a link)

After alot research, forum and review reading I have decided to purchase a Hornady LNL AP press. I want to reload 9mm, 40 s&w, 45 ACP and 223 ammo (objectives: surplus, more practice, stock pile reloading supplies rather manufactured ammo). I've researched dies, shell plates, powder cop vs RCBS lock-out die, bullet feeders dies ( with homemade bullet tubes). The real questions is, 'What definitively is included with the base press and what else is required besides the obvious (dies, shell plates, etc.) Hopefully some of you reloading veterans can assist me in my order and others may also benefit from this knowledge. I used the Hornady, Ulimatereloader.com and brianenos.com sites for Tips, FAQs and press setup and also for the exact part numbers and descriptions. I have compiled a spreadsheet for my initial order to make sure I get everything I need so I don't have to keep paying shipping for parts that I have forgotten or didn't understands their exclusion or requirements. I am attaching the basic spreadsheet with the appropriate Hornady part numbers for review and confirmation if any members care to review and help me out. Your guidance and assiatcne is greatly appreciated.