Reloading 223 with Hornady LNL Progressive Press

[JackO67]

I've been out of reloading for a while and decided to get back into it, I intend to start with 223. As I was setting up the powder measure, I can't figure out what powder drop I need. The instructions that came with my press show three powder sleeves, I only have two, the long and medium length, neither of them will work. Does anyone know where I can get a powder sleeve for a Hornady LNL powder measure that works for 223? I've looked at Hornady's and Midway USA's site but don't see anything that works with 223. Any help and or suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Jack

 

[riflewoman]

I've been out of reloading for a while and decided to get back into it, I intend to start with 223. As I was setting up the powder measure, I can't figure out what powder drop I need. The instructions that came with my press show three powder sleeves, I only have two, the long and medium length, neither of them will work. Does anyone know where I can get a powder sleeve for a Hornady LNL powder measure that works for 223? I've looked at Hornady's and Midway USA's site but don't see anything that works with 223. Any help and or suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Jack

There are normally three powder sleeves with the case activated powder drop mechanism., the one you want is short and has a 22 cal hole for the case mouth to fit into. The part number is 329701

 

[JackO67]

That's the problem, I don't have that smaller sleeve. My instruction book lists the smaller sleeve as #2 Powder Sleeve 392701, I've looked that number up on Hornady's and MidwayUSA's site but they don't show anything under that number. I can't find anyone who makes an aftermarket sleeve either, which is odd given the popularity of the 223 round. Thank you for your reply.

Jack

 

[joshb]

Is that number right? I searched it and got the 17 cal sleeve.

 

[riflewoman]

Just call Hornady. Hornady does not list parts on their website. You have to call. They are very helpful.

 

[JackO67]

Is that number right? I searched it and got the 17 cal sleeve.

My manual lists the 17 cal as392703. Keep in mind my press is 20 years old so they might have change some things. Thanks for your help.

 

[JackO67]

Just call Hornady. Hornady does not list parts on their website. You have to call. They are very helpful.

I've tried a couple of times but they are closing early now and I have missed them both times, emailed them once but never heard back. I'll call them on Monday, a little earlier this time. Thanks for the reply.