Hornady Versa-Prime Bench Priming Tool

Hornady Versa-Prime Bench Priming Tool

The Hornady Versa-Prime Bench Priming Tool provides a dedicated bench-mounted system for controlled primer seating. Hornady builds the tool from 6061 billet aluminium with hardened steel components. As a result, the rigid construction supports consistent operation during case priming. The tool also uses a quick-change primer seater punch and a rotary primer feed disc.

The primer system switches between small and large primers without a lengthy changeover. In addition, the 100-primer capacity tube housing keeps a supply ready for the priming process. Meanwhile, a tactile primer follower helps the operator monitor primer movement. Furthermore, the spring-assisted handle return helps maintain a consistent operating cycle.

Bench Priming and Primer Seating

The Hornady Versa-Prime Bench Priming Tool uses Hornady shell holders exclusively. Hornady precisely matches the shell-holder opening to the primer seating ram guide. Therefore, the case stays aligned with the ram during primer seating. This dedicated interface supports centered primer placement as each case moves through the priming operation.

An adjustable hardstop lets the reloader set the required primer seating depth. Once the hardstop reaches the selected position, it provides a repeatable reference for subsequent cases. Likewise, the quick-change punch makes it easier to move between small and large primer sizes when loading different cartridges.

Reloaders can mount the interchangeable handle for either right- or left-handed use. In addition, the handle position can suit different bench setups. The bench-mounted format keeps the priming operation separate from the main loading press. Consequently, reloaders can complete primer seating as a dedicated case-preparation stage.

For compatible cartridge applications, choose the correct Hornady shell holder for the case being prepared. The Hornady Shell Holders & Plates range provides shell-holder options for different cartridges. However, the tool only accepts Hornady shell holders, so the correct holder must match the cartridge.

Hornady manufactures the Versa-Prime in the USA and backs it with a lifetime warranty. Finally, its adjustable seating depth, small and large primer changeover, and dedicated shell-holder alignment provide a focused bench-priming setup.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Hornady
• Product: Versa-Prime Bench Priming Tool
• Item number: 050096
• Construction: 6061 billet aluminium with hardened steel components
• Primer sizes: Small and large
• Primer feed: Rotary primer feed disc
• Primer capacity: 100 primers
• Seating adjustment: Adjustable hardstop
• Handle: Interchangeable and ambidextrous
• Shell holder compatibility: Hornady shell holders only
• Origin: Made in the USA
• Warranty: Lifetime

For further technical information, see Hornady’s official Versa-Prime information.