Hornady 398509 Primer Pickup Tube Small 1911 Auto 3-Pack Kit

The Hornady 398509 Primer Pickup Tube system streamlines small primer handling for 1911 Auto reloading operations. This 3-pack configuration reduces downtime between loading sessions and maintains consistent primer orientation throughout the reloading process.

What Makes This Different

Unlike standard primer handling methods that require individual primer placement, this pickup tube system allows batch processing of small primers with consistent orientation. The tube design prevents primer inversion and reduces handling time by approximately 60% compared to manual placement methods. Each tube maintains proper primer alignment from pickup through final seating.

Key Features

• Three-tube pack provides extended reloading sessions without interruption
• Precision-machined aluminum construction ensures consistent primer alignment
• Compatible with all small primer types including standard and magnum variants
• Tube length accommodates 100+ primers per loading cycle
• Smooth interior finish prevents primer damage during transfer
• Color-coded identification system prevents primer type mixing
• Direct compatibility with Hornady progressive press systems

The tube system maintains primer integrity during high-volume reloading sessions. Competition shooters benefit from the reduced cycle time, while precision reloaders appreciate the consistent primer seating depth achieved through proper orientation. The aluminum construction withstands repeated use without deformation, ensuring reliable primer transfer across thousands of loading cycles.

Technical Specs

• Material: Precision-machined aluminum alloy
• Primer Size: Small (0.175" diameter)
• Tube Capacity: 100+ primers per tube
• Overall Length: 12 inches
• Interior Diameter: 0.180 inches
• Package Quantity: 3 tubes
• Compatibility: 1911 Auto and similar small primer cartridges
• Finish: Anodized aluminum with wear-resistant coating

This three-tube system eliminates the bottleneck that primer handling creates in progressive reloading operations. The consistent primer orientation reduces seating force variations and improves overall ammunition quality control.