Mercedes of Reloading Presses — $960 Turban Präzipress
When is a single-stage reloading press worth close to a thousand bucks? When it’s made in Germany with CNC technology and crafted to aero-space precision standards. UltimateReloader.com’s Gavin Gear recently got his hands on a Turban 120mm Heavy Präzipress. This unit retails for 850 Euros (850,00 €), about $960 at current exchange rates. Gavin put the Präzipress through its paces, and came away VERY impressed. READ FULL REVIEW HERE.
Impressive Test Results
Sizing once-fired 6.5mm Creedmoor cases with the Präzipress, Gavin achieved great results for shoulder “bump” consistency. The sizing results were nothing short of spectacular. After zeroing the first of ten cases, the remaining nine were essentially identical, showing as “0.000”, meaning less than half a thousandth of variation.
The Präzipress also delivered ultra-low run-out when seating bullets using a Forster die. On all ten test cases, the run-out was +/- 0.001″ (one-thousandth) or less.
Is this kind of press worth the money? Gavin says “yes” if you demand the highest level of precision in sizing and seating: “When you use this press, it’s immediately clear that there are no details neglected, and I can’t imagine one of these presses ever wearing out. Based on the precision tests I did with ammunition loading, it’s clear that this level of precision DOES make a difference for ammunition dimensions and consistency.”
READ FULL Präzipress REVIEW on UltimateReloader.com HERE »
According to Gavin, the “Heavy” 120mm version of the Präzipress is massive and boasts many notable design features:
— Three guide rods with linear roller guides (I have not seen these on any other press)
— Ambidextrous operation (handle can be mounted on left or right side)
— Positive snap shellholder retainer (secure, but easy to insert/remove shellholder)
— 120mm opening accepts cartridges up to .338 Lapua Magnum length
— Enclosed spent primer catch system which contains debris
— Optimized leverage (VERY powerful mechanical advantage for sizing)
— Oversized handle (bar diameter) that minimizes flex
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There is a larger version, the 3-post model shown https://www.turban-cnc.de/index.php?article_id=72&clang=1 It is for case sizes thru .50 BMG. Had one and it was excellent.
BTW, the DO ship to the US, just takes a while to get here.
Hi guys,
By having a small one (please no misunderstanding ;-)), I’m an happy man…
Seriously, how can you expect to do some BR if you don’t have à Präzipress ?!
Best regards from Switzerland !
Florian
Very good report.
Italians offer identical for less expensive. https://www.talonadvanced.com/presse
And for me the Cadillac presses are those of Fabio Ricci.
How much better than a Foster Co-Ax is it? If there is a noticeable difference and it prevents run out than it surely is worth the money. Any opinions on the comparison of the two?
I purchased the Prazi Press from Turban CNC based on this review in December 2020 and it still hasn’t shipped in February 2022. Thomas Turban has responded to only 2-3 of my inquiries and said something went terribly wrong with the order and he’d be shipping right away but he still hasn’t made it right by shipping or refunding my money. Buyer beware! Avoid the Prazi Press!
Mr. Gray,
Did you get any resolution from Mr. Turban? I placed an order in January 2022 and finally received and email to pay PayPal today after multiple emails to him. I must say I am a bit concerned.
Thanks.
Mr. Gary & Tikka Tinker,
Have either of you gentleman received your press or at least an update on your orders? As Tikka Tinker said, it is a bit concerning.
I’ve been looking at upgrading from my Hornady press to the 140mm Prazipress.