RCBS 90200 Multi-Caliber Hand Priming Tool - Durable Metal Construction

The RCBS 90200 Multi-Caliber Hand Priming Tool brings a straightforward, portable approach to primer seating for handloaders who want to work outside the press. Built from durable cast metal, this hand-operated tool seats primers safely and efficiently—ideal for reloaders who manage high round counts or prefer the flexibility of off-press priming. It's compact enough to fit your hand and works with the same shell holders you already use in your RCBS press (post-1980 models), eliminating the need to buy additional equipment.

Safety is built in: the RCBS design separates the primer supply from the seating operation, reducing the risk of tray detonation. You load primers into the tray without handling them directly—a smart feature when you're processing large batches. The tool comes ready to work with both large and small primers, so whether you're loading rifle rounds or handgun ammunition, you've got the plugs you need right out of the box.

Handloaders appreciate hand priming tools for their reliability and simplicity. There's no electronics to fail, no press setup required—just grab it and get to work. If you spend serious time at the bench or prefer the control and feel of manual priming, this RCBS tool earns its place in your reloading kit.

Key Features

• Durable cast metal construction built to last
• Separates primer supply from seating operation to reduce tray detonation risk
• Compatible with RCBS shell holders (post-1980 presses)
• Includes both large and small primer plugs
• Compact, handheld design for portable primer seating
• No direct contact with primers during tray installation

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What shell holders work with the RCBS 90200 hand priming tool?

The tool is compatible with RCBS shell holders from post-1980 RCBS presses, so if you already have an RCBS press, you can reuse your existing shell holders.

Does this tool work for both rifle and pistol primers?

Yes. The RCBS 90200 comes with both large and small primer plugs, so you can seat large rifle primers, small rifle primers, large pistol primers, and small pistol primers.

What's included in the box?

The hand priming tool arrives with large and small primer plugs ready to use. You'll need to have compatible RCBS shell holders on hand (which fit post-1980 RCBS equipment).

Is this safer than a press-mounted primer seating setup?

The RCBS design isolates the primer tray from the seating operation, reducing the risk of tray detonation. You also handle primers indirectly during tray installation, minimizing contact. That said, always follow RCBS safety guidelines when priming ammunition.