Discover the Lee New Auto Prime – The World's Most Popular Hand-Held Priming Tool
Speed up your reloading sessions with the Lee New Auto Prime, the original and still the best hand priming tool for serious reloaders. This fast, safe, and precise hand-held priming tool delivers unmatched feel and accuracy, making it easier than ever to seat primers perfectly every time — without the need for a full progressive press.
The Lee New Auto Prime features an ergonomic comfort-curve lever with finger grooves for fatigue-free operation, even during high-volume reloading. Its innovative folding primer tray (with slide-on cover) accepts all major primer brands directly from the box and includes a built-in flip feature for quick, efficient filling. The tool comes complete with both small and large primer assemblies, so you're ready for pistol and rifle calibers right out of the box.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Fast & Economical Priming — Prime hundreds of cases quickly with superior tactile feedback for consistent primer seating depth.
- Compatible with Inexpensive Lee Shell Holders — Uses affordable Lee Hand Prime shell holders (sold separately) for virtually any caliber — one of the most cost-effective systems available.
Enhanced Safety Design — Patent-pending elevator pin helps separate primers and reduces the risk of chain reactions.
Convenient Storage — Includes a free molded storage box that neatly holds your Auto Prime tool plus up to 18 shell holders.
Versatile for All Reloaders — Ideal for single-stage press users, bench reloaders, or anyone who wants a portable, reliable hand priming solution.
Whether you're loading .223 Remington, 9mm, .308 Winchester, or high-volume pistol rounds, the Lee New Auto Prime gives you the control and efficiency professionals demand. Ships with 1 folding primer tray, 1 small priming assembly, 1 large priming assembly, and the handy storage box.
Note: Always wear safety glasses and hearing protection. Some large primers (especially certain Federal brands) should be fed individually for maximum safety.
Upgrade your reloading bench today with the Lee New Auto Prime — the proven, budget-friendly way to achieve perfect primer seating with unmatched speed and feel.