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New in Case Prep 2012
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Primer Pocket Swager – Bench Tool
This dedicated bench mounted tool makes removal of primer pocket staking/crimp a simple task. The rugged die cast aluminum base, hardened steel cam and foam padded grip handle require 35-percent less force than other tools to complete the job. A hardened steel rod supports the case from the inside allowing the case to float for perfect alignment with the hardened steel swager head. Rotate the case down into position and with a simple pull and push of the handle, the job is done. Includes hardened steel small and large swaging heads and rods to accommodate cases 22-caliber and larger.
Features & Benefits
• Simplifies removal of staked primer pockets and requires 35-percent less force than other tools
• Rugged construction and foam padded handle
• Comes with hardened steel swaging heads and rods for small and large pockets
• Accommodates cases 22-caliber and larger
• RCBS Limited Lifetime Warranty
New in Case Trimming for 2012
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Trim Pro®—2 Manual Case Trimmer
The popular Trim Pro® case trimmer has been improved with the addition of a spring-loaded universal shell holder. The spring-loaded shell holder securely locks the case in alignment with the cutter. The trimmer is designed for .001" accuracy.
Features & Benefits
• Works with standard pilots
• Kit includes pilots: .22, .24, .25, .27, .28, .30, .35, .44 and .45
• RCBS® Limited Lifetime Warranty
• Improved spring-loaded universal shell holder securely locks case and cutter
RCBS® Trim Pro®—2 Power Case Trimmer Kit
Having the same improved spring-loaded universal shell holder of the manual trimmer, the Power Case Trimmer features a high torque low RPM motor. The self-feeding spring-fed cutter makes case trimming easy and accurate.
Features & Benefits
• Works with standard pilots
• Kit includes pilots: .22, .24, .25, .27, .28, .30, .35, .44 and .45
• RCBS® Two Year Limited Warranty on power unit
• Improved spring-loaded universal shell holder securely locks case and cutter
New in Progressive Press Accessories for 2012
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Die Plate/Shell Plate Rack
Keep your Pro2000®, PiggyBack™—3 or PiggyBack—4 die plates and five station shell plates organized. The stamped steel rack securely holds your preset die plate and a side slot keeps the five station shell plate in place. An identification label is also included.
Features & Benefits
• Easily organize and access your die and shell plates
• Versatile mounting system allows you to attach rack vertically or horizontally
• RCBS® Limited Lifetime Warranty
Tube Pistol Bullet Feeders
These caliber-specific tube fed Pistol Bullet feeders are designed to be used with any 7/8"-14 threaded progressive press. Each clear tube holds 20-25 bullets depending on weight and profile. The Tube PBF places the bullet into the case mouth, for proper alignment, to be seated at the next station. Another added benefit is that it can be used with jacketed, plated, cast or swaged lead bullets. Increase load output up to 50-percent. Two bullet tubes are included with each unit, extra bullet tubes sold separately.
Features & Benefits
• Tube fed, allows use of jacketed, plated, cast or swaged lead bullets
• Compatible with any 7/8"-14 threaded press
• Increase load rate up to 50-percent
• RCBS® Limited Lifetime Warranty
New in Press Accessories for 2012
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Dillion Rifle Bullet Feeder Adapter
This necessary adapter kit allows the use of the RCBS® Rifle Bullet Feeders on Dillon RL550 and XL650 progressive presses using Dillon powder measures. Whether the press is mounted flush or on a Strong Mount, uses a case feeder or not, this kit will allow you to position the RCBS Rifle Bullet Feeder in the correct place to increase the output of the press by up to 50-percent!
Features & Benefits
• Increases output up to 50-percent
• RCBS® Limited Lifetime Warranty
New in Dies for 2012
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Dies – .280 Ackley Improved
Products include: Full Length Die Set, Full Length Sizer, and a Full Length Sizer.
Reloading Recipes

Jonathan T.
Waco, Texas
Jonathan's Recipe
- 180-grain Nasier Partillion® Bullet
- 79.5 grains Alliant® R22
- Federal® GN215 Primer
- Over-all cartridge length: 3.60
- Case length: 2.780
- 3120 fps
Steve B.
Stevensville, Montana
Steve's Recipe
- 200-grain Nosler® AccuBond® Bullet
- 67 grains Alliant® RL17
- Winchester® LRM Primer
- Over-all cartridge length: 2.88
- 3100 fps
Anthony D.
Roseburg, Oregon
Anthony's Recipe
- .300 Win Mag
- 180-grain Nosler Accubond Bullet
- 75.5 grains Alliant® RL22
- Federal® Large Rifle Primer
- Over-all cartridge length: 3.35
- 3045 fps
Rob N.
California
Rob's Recipe
- .25-06 Remington
- 100-grain Nosler Ballistic Tip bullet
- 56.0 grains Alliant, RL19
- CCI Large Rifle primer
- Overall Cartridge length: 3.210
- 3305 fps
Bob M.
Sussex, New Jersey
Bob's Recipe
- .300 Win. Magnum
- 208-grain Hornady® A-Max® Bullet
- 76 grains Hodgdon® H-1000
- Federal® 215M Primer
- Over-all cartridge length: 3.606
- 2980 fps


