Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer

Published on January 13, 2018
Duration: 21:08

This guide details how to use the Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer for seating cartridge primers. It covers installing shell holders, loading the primer tray, adjusting primer seating depth using the tool's unique clicky wheel mechanism, and best practices for achieving consistent primer seating. The review highlights the tool's all-metal construction, adjustable depth feature, and compares it to other hand primers on the market, noting potential ergonomic considerations.

Quick Summary

The Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer offers a significant advantage with its adjustable primer seating depth, controlled by a precise clicky wheel. This all-metal, heavy-duty tool allows for fine-tuning primer insertion, addressing a common limitation in other hand primers. While it uses proprietary shell holders and has some unique ergonomic considerations, its adjustability and robust construction make it a valuable reloading tool.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer
  2. 00:15What's Included in the Kit
  3. 00:39Switching Between Large and Small Primers
  4. 01:17Key Feature: Adjustable Primer Seating Depth
  5. 01:49Construction and Weight Comparison
  6. 02:20Installing and Removing Shell Holders
  7. 03:38Primer Depth Adjustment Range
  8. 04:43Included Shell Holders and Lookup Table
  9. 05:06Critique of the Shell Holder Lookup Table
  10. 06:23Priming 223 Cases: Step-by-Step
  11. 06:36Primer Tray Functionality
  12. 07:17Primer Tray Dimples vs. Ridges
  13. 08:25Loading Primers into the Tool
  14. 08:44Setting Primer Seating Depth: The Process
  15. 10:51Using the Adjustment for Consistent Depth
  16. 11:04Caution with Non-Uniform Primer Pockets
  17. 11:47Alternative Priming Method: Feeling for Bottom Out
  18. 12:16Tool Leverage and Power
  19. 13:33Weight and Ergonomics for Large Jobs
  20. 13:47Biggest Complaint: Priming Ergonomics
  21. 14:56Primer Stop Mechanism Placement
  22. 15:28Primer Crooking/Sideways Issues
  23. 16:01Brass Retention and One-Handed Operation
  24. 16:31Comparison to RCBS Universal Hand Priming Tool
  25. 17:06Price and Value Proposition
  26. 17:36Adjustable Depth Solves RCBS Issues
  27. 18:56Dislike of Shell Holders
  28. 19:20Proprietary Shell Holders
  29. 19:42Overall Verdict and Recommendation
  30. 20:30Concluding Remarks and Support Options

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main advantage of the Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer?

The primary advantage of the Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer is its adjustable primer seating depth, controlled by a precise 'clicky wheel' mechanism. This allows users to fine-tune how deep primers are seated, addressing a common issue with non-adjustable tools.

How does the Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer compare in weight and construction to other hand primers?

The Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer is notably heavier, weighing about 1.5 pounds, compared to approximately 0.75 pounds for an RCBS unit. This is due to its robust, nearly all-metal construction, with only the primer tray slide being made of plastic.

Does the Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer use standard shell holders?

No, the Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer uses proprietary shell holders that are similar to those used in other hand primers but are not confirmed to be interchangeable with standard press shell holders. The kit includes 12 shell holders.

What are the main ergonomic drawbacks of the Frankford Arsenal Perfect Seat Hand Primer?

The main ergonomic drawback is the need to tilt the tool to ensure primers feed correctly from the tray, which can feel unnatural. Additionally, the brass must be held in place, making it almost a two-handed operation, unlike some universal hand primers.

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