Lee Precision 92117 Breech Lock Hand Press Kit 45 Acp

The Lee Precision Breech Lock Hand Press Kit for 45 ACP is a complete reloading starter package designed for hunters and shooters who want to produce reliable ammo without complexity or guesswork. This kit bundles everything a new reloader needs to get to the bench: the hand press itself, carbide dies sized for 45 ACP, a ram priming tool, a lock ring wrench, and a molded storage box to keep components organized. If you shoot 45 ACP and want to reduce ammo costs while maintaining quality control, this all-in-one kit eliminates the frustration of sourcing individual components.

Lee Precision has spent nearly four decades refining hand press design, and this kit reflects that experience. The Breech Lock system is straightforward and mechanical—no electricity required, no complexity. You simply supply powder, bullets, and primers, and the press handles the rest. The carbide die set is tuned specifically for 45 ACP, and the included ram priming tool lets you deprime and prime in one efficient motion. This is the kind of setup that works equally well whether you're at a reloading bench at home or in a hunting camp.

Hand pressing is a deliberate, controlled process. Each round gets your full attention, which many shooters prefer for precision ammunition or when volume is modest. The Breech Lock system locks your die solidly in place, and the leverage of the hand press gives you confidence in consistency. The molded storage box keeps your dies, wrench, and priming tool protected and portable.

Key Features

• Complete beginner-ready kit—no separate purchases needed to start reloading 45 ACP
• Breech Lock Carbide 3 Die Set sized and optimized for 45 ACP
• Ram Prime tool included for integrated depriming and priming
• Solid Breech Lock mechanism holds dies securely during pressing
• Hand-operated mechanical design—no power required
• Lock ring wrench included for die adjustment and installation
• Molded storage box for organized transport and storage

Specifications

Product	Lee Precision Breech Lock Hand Press Kit
Caliber	45 ACP
Press Type	Hand press (manual)
Die System	Breech Lock Carbide 3 Die Set
Priming Tool	Breech Lock Ram Prime
Included Accessories	Lock ring wrench, molded storage box

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this kit everything I need to start reloading 45 ACP?

Yes, the kit includes the press, carbide dies, priming tool, wrench, and storage box. You'll only need to supply powder, bullets, and primers to begin loading ammunition.

Can I use this press for other calibers?

This kit comes with dies specifically sized for 45 ACP. The Breech Lock press system is compatible with other Breech Lock die sets, but those would be purchased separately.

What's the difference between hand pressing and a bench-mounted press?

Hand presses are portable, require no electricity or bench setup, and operate through manual leverage. They're ideal for lower volume reloading, field use, or shooters who prefer the deliberate, controlled pace of hand loading ammunition.

Does the kit include primers and powder?

No. The kit supplies the mechanical tools and dies. You'll source powder, primers, and bullets separately based on your 45 ACP load data.