Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Primer Pocket Swage Tool 7.62x51/308 Only

The Hornady Lock-N-Load AP Primer Pocket Swage Tool for 7.62x51/308 is a dedicated reloading accessory designed to remove primer crimp quickly and cleanly from military and commercial brass. Built for shooters and reloaders who process large volumes of .308 Winchester or 7.62 NATO brass—particularly once-fired military casings with factory crimps—this tool eliminates the need for manual depriming methods that risk case damage. Whether you're preparing brass for precision rifle work, competition shooting, or high-volume handloading, this swage tool streamlines the decrimping process and ensures consistent primer pocket geometry for reliable ignition.

The swage tool integrates directly into Hornady's Lock-N-Load AP progressive reloading press platform, utilizing the included shell holder feed, swage tool, and eject dies to automate the crimp-removal workflow. Rather than drilling out or manually scraping primer pockets—methods that risk case neck distortion or pocket wall compromise—the swaging action mechanically collapses the crimp inward, restoring the pocket to factory dimensions in a single stroke. This design preserves case integrity and extends brass life across multiple reloading cycles, a critical consideration for expensive match-grade brass or military brass that often bears deeper crimps than commercial loads.

Reloaders processing military-range brass, competitors preparing 308 match ammunition, and high-volume shooters benefit most from this caliber-specific tool, as it addresses the persistent crimp challenge inherent to 7.62 NATO brass without slowing production. The tool's compact footprint—6.5 x 3.5 x 6.5 inches and 2.35 pounds—fits efficiently into any progressive press setup. Compatibility is limited to the Lock-N-Load AP press platform and 7.62x51/308 cases only; users with other Hornady presses or alternative calibers will require different tooling. For dedicated .308 reloaders seeking consistent, press-integrated crimp removal, this swage tool delivers precision and efficiency in a single-purpose design.