Lee A-p Shellholder #2 -

The Lee A-P Shellholder #2 is a precision reloading component designed for shooters and ammunition handloaders who demand reliable, repeatable cartridge priming. This shellholder serves as the positioning die in Lee's Auto-Prime system and aftermarket priming tools, securing your brass during the critical priming operation. Whether you're loading for match rifles, duty weapons, or field hunting, proper shellholder selection ensures consistent primer seating depth and eliminates costly mistakes during the reloading sequence.

The #2 shellholder accommodates a specific range of cartridge head sizes, including .25-06 Remington, 7mm-08 Remington, 8x57 Mauser, .45 ACP, and similar straight and belted magnum cases. This design works by gripping the rim or rebated shoulder of the cartridge, holding it at exact depth while the priming arm drives the primer into the primer pocket. The compact, durable construction—weighing just 0.04 lbs—ensures years of reliable service without wear or dimensional drift that compromises primer fit and ignition consistency.

Reloaders working with centerfire rifle and pistol cartridges in the .25-06 through .45 ACP spectrum will benefit most from this shellholder when using Lee Auto-Prime equipment or compatible universal priming tools. Proper shellholder selection is non-negotiable—using the correct size prevents primer pocket damage, reduces the risk of primer seating inconsistency, and extends the operational life of your brass. Always verify your cartridge headspace dimensions against Lee's compatibility chart to ensure seamless integration with your existing reloading press or standalone priming system.