Image unavailable
RCBS 90201 UNIVERSAL HAND PRIMING TOOL
Our editorial team reviews specifications, product data, and field-use information to keep pages accurate.
$83.59
List Price: $87.99
You Save: $4.40 (5%)
View on Fin Feather Fur Outfitters
You'll be taken to Fin Feather Fur Outfitters to complete your purchase.
Hunter's Outpost earns a commission from affiliate links at no extra cost to you.
SKU: 90201-076683902016
Overview
Built for reloaders who want a single hand priming tool that handles a wide range of cases, this model uses a universal shell holder and includes seating options for large and small rifle or pistol primers. Its primer tray is designed to work with any manufacturer’s primer packaging, while the safety gate separates the seating operation from the primer supply to help reduce risk during use. The result is a practical bench or field-loading tool for hunters who reload across different cartridge sizes, from .22 Hornet up to .45-70 Government. It is a straightforward choice for those who value flexibility and controlled primer handling over a dedicated, cartridge-specific setup.
Why Hunters Choose the Rcbs
Universal Shell
Holder accepts cases from .32
Safety Gate
Isolates primer seating from the
Removable Primer
Tray fits any manufacturer's primer
Includes Accessories
For seating large and small
Features From
APS and standard primer tools
Key Features
- Universal shell holder fits cases from .32 ACP to .45-70 Government.
- Safety gate isolates primer seating from the primer supply.
- Removable primer tray orients primers for use.
- Primer tray fits any manufacturer’s primer packaging.
- Includes accessories for large and small rifle or pistol primers.
Best Used For
- Handloaders working with a wide case range from .22 Hornet through .45-70 Government.
- Shooters who want a hand priming tool that accepts large and small rifle or pistol primers.
- Users seeking a primer seating setup with a safety gate separating seating from primer supply.
- Reloaders using mixed primer packaging from different manufacturers.
- Those who prefer a universal hand priming tool for bench work and load development.
Specifications
| Aps Tool Reference | Yes |
|---|---|
| Large Primer Seats | Included |
| Primer Tray | Removable |
| Primer Tray Compatibility | any manufacturer s primer packaging |
| Primer Types Supported | large and small rifle or pistol primers |
| Safety Gate | Yes |
| Small Primer Seats | Included |
| Standard Tool Reference | Yes |
| Universal Shell Holder Range | from .32ACP to .45-70 Government |
Pros
- Universal shell holder accepts cases from .32 ACP to .45-70 Government.
- Safety gate isolates primer seating from the primer supply.
- Removable primer tray fits any manufacturer's primer packaging.
- Includes accessories for seating large and small rifle or pistol primers.
- Combines features from the APS and standard primer tools.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The universal shell holder covers a wide case range, but it is still a hand priming tool rather than a full priming system, so it is best suited to bench work and deliberate loading.
- It includes large and small primer seats, which adds flexibility, but primer size changes still require swapping the appropriate seat for the task at hand.
- The removable primer tray is designed to fit any manufacturer’s primer packaging, yet the tool still depends on manual handling and orientation of primers during setup.
- The safety gate isolates the seating operation from the primer supply, but that protection is specific to the priming process and does not remove the need for careful handling.
Suggested Comparisons
- Hand priming tools
- Bench priming tools
- Reloading primer trays
- Reloading press priming accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading bench mat
- Primer storage tray
- Case cleaning supplies
- Reloading press accessories
Frequently Asked Questions
What case sizes will the universal shell holder accept?
According to the product data, the universal shell holder accepts cases from .22 Hornet to .45-70 Government. The long description also lists .32 ACP to .45-70 Government.
Can this priming tool be used with both rifle and pistol primers?
Yes. The description says it includes accessories to seat large and small rifle or pistol primers.
Does the primer tray work with different primer packaging?
Yes. The removable primer tray is described as fitting any manufacturer’s primer packaging.
What safety feature is built into this hand priming tool?
It includes a safety gate that isolates the primer seating operation from the primer supply to reduce the risk of tray detonation.
Is this a universal tool or does it require specific shell holders?
The product is described as using a universal shell holder, so it is intended to handle a wide range of cases without listing separate shell holders in the provided data.