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I recently switched from a Pro 1000 to a Classic Turret (in order to reload .308). I've been very happy with it. It's a great combination of single stage and progressive features.
I only charge/expand, seat, fcd on the turret. I start with primed/sized brass. I've got a pretty ergonomic setup for brass and bullets and I get 50 every 12 minutes, or 250/ hour. I would not feel comfortable (qc-wise) going faster than this.
I size and prime on the Lee classic cast with safety prime. This is a real no-brainer operation and I can crank 250+ per hour in this mode.
That equates to 125/hour complete cartridges. That is fine for me. I only shoot 150/week.
I really don't know how you could produce much more than this (125/hr) with a turret set-up.
By the way, if you examine the various turret designs, Lyman, Redding etc. you'll find that the Lee is superior in that the turret head/ram relationship has much less 'cantilever' and makes for a more positive (less flexible) engagement when under pressure. I think this allows for more precise work when seating and crimping. Also the Lee auto index really makes the operation run slick, and leaves your left hand free to grab brass and bullets while cycling the ram.
Here's a look at the Lyman All American. It's a 4 holer. Size & decap at 1, expand & prime at 2, Drop powder at 3, seat & crimp at 4. One complete rotation produces a loaded round. This my first set up and slow but once mounted to a good bench like the one in my Montana home things became faster and but smooth.
I loaded with the best [IMHO] turret press for 30 years and the best I've averaged is 150 per hour. I know things change but of the turrets I've seen I wouldn't expect more.
From the looks of the cartridge in my hand [44 Mag?] I'll guess the picture 1974. That's about the time of my first 44. Glad you enjoyed the picture. Loved those Dr Pepper's but don't miss loading on a stand.
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