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HORNADY 396495 L-N-L DELUXE DIE WRENCH
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SKU: 396495-090255964950
Overview
Built for use with Hornady Lock-N-Load AP presses and Hornady die sets, this wrench helps hold the shellplate steady while you adjust and secure it to the press. It also provides three flats for tightening dies, spindle locks, and split lock rings, making it a practical bench tool for routine reloading setup and maintenance. The included wrench sizes cover 3/4", 1/2", and 1-1/8" flats, giving it a focused role in Hornady-compatible loading work. For reloaders who want a dedicated tool for these adjustments, it keeps the process organized without adding unnecessary complexity.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Lock-n-load Ap
Presses and Hornady die sets
Helps Hold
Shellplate in place during adjustment
Includes Three
Flats for tightening dies, spindle
Sized 3/4-inch
Die flats, 1/2-inch spindle locks,
Dedicated Wrenching
Solution for multiple press components
Key Features
- Designed for Hornady Lock-N-Load AP presses and Hornady die sets
- Helps hold the shellplate in place during adjustment and installation
- Includes three flats for tightening dies, spindle locks, and lock rings
- Fits 3/4-inch die flats, 1/2-inch spindle locks, and 1-1/8-inch split lock rings
- Made in the United States of America
Best Used For
- Reloaders using a Hornady Lock-N-Load AP press who need a dedicated die adjustment wrench
- Shooters setting shellplates and lock rings who want a tool that helps hold parts in place
- Handloaders working with Hornady die sets and needing multiple wrench flats in one tool
- Bench users who prefer a compact accessory for tightening dies, spindle locks, and split lock rings
Specifications
| Compatibility | Lock-N-Load AP Press; Hornady die sets |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | United States Of America |
| Features | Three flats for tightening dies, spindle locks, and lock rings |
| Fits | 3/4" wrench for tightening die flats; 1/2" flats for tightening the spindle lock; 1-1/8" flats for tightening split lock rings |
| Function | Holds the shellplate in place to keep it from slipping when adjusting the plate and securing it to the press |
| Warning | This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
Pros
- Designed for Lock-N-Load AP presses and Hornady die sets
- Helps hold the shellplate in place during adjustment and installation
- Includes three flats for tightening dies, spindle locks, and lock rings
- Sized for 3/4-inch die flats, 1/2-inch spindle locks, and 1-1/8-inch split lock rings
- Provides a dedicated wrenching solution for multiple press components
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed around Hornady Lock-N-Load AP presses and Hornady die sets, so it is more specialized than a general-purpose bench wrench.
- The three flat sizes cover different adjustment points, but users working with other tooling should verify fit before relying on it.
- Its main value is in holding the shellplate steady during adjustment; it is not a multi-tool for broader press maintenance tasks.
- The product includes a California Proposition 65 warning, which some buyers may want to review before purchase.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading press accessories
- Die wrenches and adjustment tools
- Shellplate holding tools
- Hornady die set accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading press accessories
- Die storage accessories
- Reloading bench tools
- Spare lock rings
Frequently Asked Questions
What presses or die sets is the Hornady Lock-N-Load Deluxe Die Locking Ring Wrench intended for?
It is described as an ideal tool for the Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Press and for Hornady die sets.
What does this wrench help do during setup or adjustment?
According to the product description, it is designed to hold the shellplate in place and keep it from slipping when adjusting the plate and securing it to the press.
What sizes or flats does the wrench fit?
The listed fits are 3/4" for tightening die flats, 1/2" for tightening the spindle lock, and 1-1/8" for tightening split lock rings.
Is this tool only for Hornady equipment?
The description specifically calls out the Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Press and Hornady die sets, but it does not state compatibility beyond that.
Where is the Hornady 396495 L-N-L Deluxe Die Wrench made?
The product data states that it is made in the United States of America.