About Lee Precision
Lee Precision has been a leading manufacturer of reloading equipment and accessories since 1958, when founder Richard James Lee started the company in his home workshop in Glendale, Wisconsin.
Richard Lee was a journeyman tool and die maker who became a prolific inventor with more than 30 United States patents, inspired by Thomas Edison and inventing since childhood.
The company introduced over 1.5 million shooters to reloading through their accessible and economical Lee Loaders, becoming known as the world's largest reloading tool company.
Lee Precision has consistently focused on innovation, introducing groundbreaking products like the first lathe-turned aluminum bullet molds, the Lee Load-All shotgun press, and popular progressive presses.
Today, the company continues under family management from their Hartford, Wisconsin facility, maintaining their commitment to providing high-quality reloading equipment at affordable prices.
Popular Lee Precision Features
Carbide Factory Crimp Die
- This innovative die sizes cartridges while crimping, ensuring reliable chambering with factory-like dependability and consistent performance.
Breech Lock Quick Change System
- Allows rapid die changes without losing settings, enabling efficient caliber switching and maximizing reloading productivity.
Safety Decapping Pins
- Designed to bend rather than break when encountering obstacles, protecting equipment and preventing costly damage during case processing.
Precision Aluminum Bullet Molds
- Lathe-turned molds manufactured to such precise tolerances that most bullets don't require additional sizing after casting.
Auto-Indexing Progressive Systems
- Featured on Pro 1000 and other progressive presses, automatically advancing cases through reloading stations for efficient ammunition production.
Carbide Dies
- Provide extended life and no-lube operation for handgun cartridges, reducing setup time and improving reloading efficiency.
Best-Selling Lee Precision Products
Lee Pro 1000 Progressive Press
- Described as the most popular of all progressive presses, this affordable progressive reloader delivers high-volume ammunition production.
Lee Loader Hand Reloading Kit
- The original hand-held reloading kit that started the company, providing an economical entry point into reloading for beginners.
Lee Load-All Shotgun Press
- This enormously popular shotgun shell reloading press, invented in the mid-1970s, revolutionized shotshell reloading accessibility.
Lee Classic Turret Press
- A versatile 4-hole turret press popular for its ability to handle multiple calibers with quick die changes.
Lee Turret Press
- This popular multi-station press allows quick caliber changes while maintaining precision and reliability for various cartridge types.
Lee Pro 4000 Progressive Press
- An advanced progressive press offering increased capacity and efficiency for high-volume ammunition production needs.
Lee Precision Dies
- Available for both handgun and rifle cartridges, these precision dies deliver consistent ammunition quality with industry-standard threading.
Popular Uses for Lee Precision
Target Shooting
- Lee equipment enables cost-effective ammunition production for high-volume target shooters who need consistent, affordable rounds.
Hunting Applications
- Hunters use Lee reloading equipment to create custom loads tailored for specific firearms and game for optimal performance.
Competition Shooting
- Competitive shooters rely on Lee precision equipment to produce accurate, consistent ammunition that meets exacting performance standards.
Recreational Plinking
- Casual shooters use Lee equipment to produce economical ammunition for recreational shooting and skill development.
Beginning Reloaders
- Lee Loaders and complete system packages provide an affordable, accessible entry point for newcomers to ammunition reloading.
Lee Precision FAQs
QUESTION: What warranty does Lee Precision offer on their reloading equipment?
ANSWER: All Lee reloading products are guaranteed not to wear out or break from normal use for two full years, with lifetime reconditioning available.
QUESTION: Are Lee Precision dies compatible with other reloading presses?
ANSWER: Yes, Lee dies use industry-standard 7/8"-14 TPI threading and are compatible with most reloading presses from other manufacturers.
QUESTION: What makes Lee reloading equipment good for beginners?
ANSWER: Lee offers complete system packages with comprehensive instruction manuals and economical entry-level products like the Lee Loader hand kit.
QUESTION: How does the Lee Pro 1000 progressive press work?
ANSWER: The Pro 1000 features auto-indexing that automatically advances cases through reloading stations for efficient high-volume ammunition production.
QUESTION: What is special about Lee carbide dies?
ANSWER: Lee carbide dies provide extended life and eliminate the need for case lubrication when reloading handgun cartridges.
QUESTION: Can I get replacement parts for older Lee Precision equipment?
ANSWER: Yes, Lee maintains replacement parts availability and offers reconditioning services for Lee products of any age.
QUESTION: What calibers are available for Lee reloading dies?
ANSWER: Lee manufactures precision dies for both handgun and rifle cartridges across a wide range of popular calibers.
QUESTION: How does the Breech Lock Quick Change system benefit reloaders?
ANSWER: The Breech Lock system allows rapid die changes without losing settings, enabling efficient switching between different calibers.