Lyman Ideal Press and Stand Kit
Lyman’s Brass Smith Ideal Press is the perfect starting point for beginners or as a precision companion press
for experienced reloaders. The compact design of the Ideal Press requires minimal bench space, but it is not
some flimsy lightweight! The rugged press frame is made of cast iron, while other components are all steel. The
press features compound linkage for optimum leverage, a 1” diameter ram, and a 3 7/8” press opening which
can handle all pistol calibers and rifle cartridges with a loaded length of up to 3.700”. The press has a central
handle position for easy ambidextrous use and a ball handle for comfortable operation. The Ideal Press accepts
all 7/8×14 thread dies and standard shell holders. The press will provide accuracy and precision for beginners
or experts, and is the perfect auxiliary press for those wishing to perform a specific operation separate from
their main press.
The Lyman Universal Press Stand is the only press stand on the market that will accept most current single
station, turret, and progressive presses of all brands. This heavy duty steel stand comes with two mounting
plates pre-drilled for your favorite single station, turret, or progressive press. If by chance you have a press that
does not match up with any of the numerous patterns, there is also a blank area where you can drill your own
mounting holes. The stand will raise your press 9 ¼” above your bench surface, which will lessen fatigue from
having to bend over to cycle your press and provides a clear view of all reloading operations. All hardware needed
to mount your press is included. The Universal Press Stand is drilled to allow it to be bolted to your bench, or it
can be C-clamped to provide quick removal if desired.
- Rugged cast iron frame
- Ambidextrous design
- Handles all pistol calibers and rifle cartridges up to 3.700 in length
- Accepts all standard 7/8”x14 dies and standard shell holders
- Durable powder coat finish
- Compound linkage and 1” diameter ram
- Weight 12.6 pounds