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Lee Primer Pocket Gauge Set
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SKU: 92104-734307921040
Overview
This gauge set is designed to help reloaders verify that brass primer pockets meet SAAMI specifications before loading. It provides both small and large gauges, with a GO and NO-GO check to show when a crimp needs to be removed or when a pocket is oversized. For hunters and shooters who reload handgun or rifle brass, it offers a straightforward way to confirm primer pocket dimensions and decide whether additional prep is needed.
Why Hunters Choose the Lee Precision
Includes Small
Large gauges for primer pocket
Helps Verify
Brass meets SAAMIA specifications for
Go No-go
Ends support clear pass-fail inspection
Useful Checking
Whether crimp removal is needed
Applicable Both
Handgun and rifle brass
Key Features
- Small and large gauges for checking primer pocket dimensions.
- Helps verify brass meets SAAMI primer pocket specifications.
- GO gauge indicates whether primer pocket crimp must be removed.
- NO-GO end helps confirm an oversized primer pocket.
- Suitable for handgun and rifle brass.
Best Used For
- Reloaders checking primer pocket dimensions before seating primers in brass cases
- Handgun and rifle shooters verifying brass meets SAAMI primer pocket specifications
- Users identifying crimped primer pockets that need swaging before further case prep
- Reloaders confirming oversized primer pockets that may not reliably retain primers
Specifications
| Gun Type | Hand Gun, Rifle |
|---|---|
| Lee App Swage | true |
| Lee Ram Swage | true |
| Saami Specifications | true |
Pros
- Includes small and large gauges for primer pocket dimension checks.
- Helps verify brass meets SAAMIA specifications for primer pockets.
- GO and NO-GO ends support clear pass-fail inspection.
- Useful for checking whether crimp removal is needed.
- Applicable to both handgun and rifle brass.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a checking tool, not a corrective one; if the GO gauge will not enter, additional crimp removal is still required before use.
- A loose GO fit is not the final check by itself, so the NO-GO end should be used to confirm whether the primer pocket is oversized.
- The set is limited to primer pocket dimension verification for small and large pockets; it does not address other brass prep steps.
- Use with compatible swaging tools may be needed to complete the task, adding an extra step and separate equipment requirement.
Suggested Comparisons
- Brass preparation tools
- Primer pocket swaging tools
- Reloading inspection gauges
- Handgun and rifle reloading accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading press
- Primer pocket swage
- Case preparation tool
- Reloading bench accessory
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lee Primer Pocket Gauge Set used for?
It is used to check primer pocket dimensions in brass against SAAMIA specifications. The set includes small and large gauges for this purpose.
How do I know if my brass needs crimp removal?
Insert the "GO" plug gauge into the primer pocket. If it does not enter, the crimp must be removed.
What should I do if the "GO" gauge fits loosely?
If the "GO" gauge fits very loosely, reverse the gauge and verify with the "NO-GO" end.
What does it mean if the "NO-GO" end enters to the bottom of the primer pocket?
According to the product description, that indicates the primer pocket is oversized and will not reliably retain all primers.
Is this gauge set for handgun or rifle brass?
The listed specifications say it is for both hand gun and rifle use.