Dillon Precision Dillon RL 1050 Instruction Manual

							11* Indicates a caliber specific part – see the caliber conversion
chart on page 19 for the caliber you are loading for.
As stated earlier, your dies have been adjusted at
the factory. Before you change anything, try it the
way it is, once you thoroughly understand the
machine’s operation, make whatever adjustments to
the dies you feel necessary.
Reminder: There may be some variation due to
components.
To Begin Reloading
Turn on the switch on the front of the casefeed motor
housing. The casefeeder plate should begin to turn.
Cases will begin to dispense, base down, into the clear
plastic casefeed tube. The motor will continue to run
until the tube is full, at which point a micro switch will
temporarily stop the case flow.
From this point the casefeeder will automatically fill
the tube as you reload. If the casefeeder does not
function properly or the cases do not fall base down,
refer to the Trouble Shooting section of this manual. 
Pull the operating handle smoothly to the bottom
stop, then raise the handle. Once again, strive to be
smooth in your operation.
The first case should be indexed to Station 2. Cycle
the handle again.
It is not necessary to apply any force on the upstroke
of the handle. All you are doing on the upstroke is
indexing the shellplate. Remember that priming is done
on the down stroke. A slow measured upstroke gives
you lots of time to pick up the next bullet and ready it
for seating. If you count one second down and one up
you’ll have a good pace.
The first case should now be in Station 3 with a case
in Station 2 as well. Cycle the handle again. The case
will be expanded when it comes out of Station 3.
Observe the swage operating part (#20314*), if the
swage is proper, proceed – if not see items 3 and 4 in the
Trouble Shooting section of this manual. Cycle the
handle again.
You should now have inserted a primer into the first
case in your sequence and it is now in Station 5. Remove
the locator button (#20637*) extract the round and check
the primer. If everything looks okay, replace the case
and button and proceed, if not, refer to the Trouble
Shooting sections regarding stations 3, 4, and 5. 
Cycle the handle again, the automatic powder
measure will drop the charge you’ve selected. Pistol
casemouths will be belled at this time. Look through the
inspection hole in station 6 – you should be able to see
your powder charge in the case.
Cycle the handle again. Now, with your left hand
place a bullet on the powder charged case and cycle the
handle, your bullet will be seated to its proper depth, if
not a simple height adjustment to the seating stem may
be necessary. Refer to a loading manual for proper
loaded length (OAL). Add a bullet to the case at station
7, cycle again and check for crimp at station 8. Refer to
Trouble Shooting item 8 for adjustments if necessary.
Add a bullet, cycle again. Your first loaded roundshould now be ejected into the collection bin.
If all has gone well to this point you’ve got it made.
Just keep adding bullets, watch your fingers so they
don’t get caught and don’t hurry. Just try to be smooth
in your operation. The speed will come naturally and
you’ll be doing a thousand rounds per hour before you
even realize it.
The following are some adjustment suggestions as
well as Trouble Shooting hints.
Adjustments and Conversions
Casefeeder
It may be necessary to readjust the microswitch for
different calibers. Cases may become lodged between
the microswitch and the tube wall. The other extreme is
the case failing to put enough pressure on the
microswitch to shut off the system causing it to continue
running and over flowing the tube. Fig. 15
The casefeed spacer (#13703) supplied in the
accessory package, is to be used when you are reloading
.41 mag, .44 mag, .37 mag, .30 Carbine, or .45 Long Colt. 
Fig. 15: Shown is the microswitch that automatically shuts off
when a case is next to it. Also shown is an optional spacer for
certain calibers: .380 and 9mm.
Microswitch
Spacer 
						

							* Indicates a caliber specific part – see the caliber conversion
chart on page 19 for the caliber you are loading for.
Remove the two clutch screws (#13732), lock washers
(#13813) and upper clutch (#13632) and the casefeed
plate. Place the spacer on the shoulder of the lower
clutch and reassemble. The casefeed plate should now
be approximately 1/8” above the floor of the casefeed
bowl. Note: Make sure the casefeed plate is centered in
the bowl. Fig. 16
Handle
The operating handle is adjustable to three
different length settings. Choose the one most
comfortable for your operation. Loosen the set screw
(#13432) then retighten when the handle is in the
most comfortable position.
Swager
Swaging on the RL1050 is a simple process and is
necessary on all cartridge cases as a means of uniforming
the entrance of the primer pocket. The swage rod
(#20314 large or #20313 - small) is fully adjustable.
Swage Conversion and Adjustment
Conversion – See Fig. 17
Begin by removing the swage cover (#13064). Next
remove the hitch pin (#13840) and slide out the clevis
pin (#13522). Rotate the swage connecting rod a half
turn, this will allow you access to the swager. Pull the
swager down and out of the machine.
Insert the new swager and reassemble.
Swage Adjustments
Use ONLY an unswaged military case for these
adjustments.
With the handle in the down position, screw the
swage back up rod (#13017*) down until it makes contact
with the case bottom and holds it in place. Fig. 18
With the handle still in the down position, turn the
swage rod up until it makes contact with the case bottom. 
Raise the handle half-way and rotate the swage rod a
quarter turn. Now, cycle the handle. Inspect the case and
when you achieve a completed swage of the primer
pocket, tighten the swage lock nut (#13682). 
A properly swaged pocket will show a rounded edge
around the rim. Some military cases (.223 & .308) start
out with three small dents around the base of the
pocket, once properly swaged, the dents will no longer
be visible.
Primer System Change Over Instructions
The RL1050 has been shipped to you with either the
large or small primer system installed. To change the
system from large to small or vise versa, follow these
instructions:
Be sure all primers have been removed from the
primer system. Then remove the Early Warning System
and the knurled cap. Then remove the magazine
(#13673 - large or #13879 - small) and replace it with the
new size magazine. Be sure the key on the tip (#14003 -
large or #14024 - small) is in the slot and the magazine is
all the way down in place.
Pull the operating handle to its down position.
Fig. 18: A cut-a-way view of a .45 ACP with the swage rod and the
backup rod properly adjusted in the swaging position.
Fig. 16: Make sure the casefeed plate is centered in the bowl with
approximately 1/8” all the way around when using the disc spacer.
1/8”
Fig. 17: Shown is the swage rod from the right side of the machine.
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							13* Indicates a caliber specific part – see the caliber conversion
chart on page 19 for the caliber you are loading for.
Loosen the lever arm bracket screw (#13732) and
slide the bracket assembly up four inches and lock it
in place.
Raise the operating handle, remove the two primer
feed body screws (#13363) and lift the primer feed body
assembly (#20773) off.
Remove the ratchet cam (#11686) from the toolhead
(#20420). Fig. 19
Remove the mechanical return rod (#13960) from the
powder measure bellcrank (#13871) by releasing the rod
clip (#13929). Fig. 20
Read complete toolhead and shellplate removal
instructions before proceeding.
Remove the casefeed tube (#13761) place it on your
bench and take the toolhead off. Now you can remove
the shellplate locknut (#20311) by loosening the four
lock ring screws about four complete turns. This will
allow you to remove, and replace, the primer slide
(#20318 - large or #20317 - small); bushing (#13031 -
large or #13222 - small); spring (#13858) and punch
(#12849 - large or #13307 - small) with the replacement
parts for your new primer size.
You should clean your machine at this time. Note
that there is a specially designed screwdriver supplied
for the bushing (found in your accessory bag). Prior to
installation, lube the base of the primer punch. Now
adjust your new punch (#12849 - large or #13307 -
small) so that it is flush with the bushing (#13031 - large
or #13222 - small) by turning set screw (#13226) up or
down. If the primer punch is too low, dirt will collect on
top of it leaving imprints on your primers. If it is too
high it will bind the slide. Note: You can use the slide for
a guide. Slide it back and forth over the bushing to
check your adjustments.
Toolhead Removal
Disconnect the mechanical return rod (#13960)
from the bellcrank (#20319) by releasing the return rod
clip (#13929). Fig. 20
Lower the handle and remove the toolhead ratchet
(#11686). Fig. 19
Remove the Primer Early Warning device.
Remove the primer slide lever assembly (#20488).
Obtain a 15/16” socket or wrench (not supplied) to
remove the toolhead bolt (#13342) and washer
(#13449). Fig. 21
Now remove the toolhead (#20420). Due to being
spring loaded, there will be some resistance. Wiggle the
toolhead up and off while holding the handle.
After removing the toolhead, carefully lower the
handle. 
Fig. 21: Use a 15/16” socket wrench to remove the toolhead bolt.
Fig. 19: Remove the toolhead ratchet by first removing the bolt
(#12486). See the schematic on page 21
Fig. 20: After removing the clip and disconnecting the rod, replace
the clip in the rod for safe-keeping. 
						

							* Indicates a caliber specific part – see the caliber conversion
chart on page 19 for the caliber you are loading for.14
When reinstalling the toolhead bolt (#13342) turn it
in only finger tight then cycle the handle up and down
to make sure everything is properly located. With the
handle in the down position, tighten the toolhead bolt
with the above mentioned wrench.
Shellplate Removal
Remove the ejector tab (#13189).
Loosen the four locator tab screws (#13895) about
two full turns.
Use a toothbrush to remove any powder that may be
in the threads before removing the lock ring.
Next remove the lock ring (#20311). Now push the
casefeed plunger back (#13073*) and lift the shellplate
(#11925) off. Be sure to lightly grease the bore of the
shellplate when reinstalling it. Rule of thumb: turn the
lock ring down until tight then back off one-eighth of a
turn. Then tighten the four locator tab screws (#13895).
Casefeed Plunger Conversion
When changing calibers it may be necessary to
replace the casefeed plunger (#13073*).
To do this, remove the clear casefeed tube (#13761)
and pull out the colored casefeed adapter (#13654*). The
adapter is taped for shipping purposes.
Remove the two housing screws (#13815) and the
casefeed adapter housing (#13534).
Place your hand on the plunger while removing
the roller bolt (#13333). This will prevent the
casefeed plunger and spring from jumping out of the
machine. Fig. 22
Thoroughly clean the track and casefeed parts with a
solvent. Now very lightly apply grease to the sides and
install the proper size casefeed plunger (#13073*).
Remember to grease the roller (#13498) and the roller
track and Loctite the threads on the roller bolt (#13333).Install the casefeed housing and insert the proper
size adapter (#13654*). The casefeed tube (#13761)
should now be inserted into the casefeed adapter
(#13654*). Note that the tube is marked “up” on one
end. Press this end into the tube clip (#13859). See the
Trouble Shooting section for any adjustments.
Die Adjustments
Sizing Die Adjustments – Station 2
With the toolhead in the down position, screw the
sizing die down until the bottom of the die touches the
shellplate. Raise the toolhead and insert an empty case
into the shellplate. Now, lower the toolhead down all
the way over the case and tighten the die lock ring on
the sizing die. The process described above will insure
the die is centered correctly in the toolhead when it is
locked in place. A note of caution: Never attempt to
deprime a live primer. An explosion may occur.
Expander Die Adjustments – Station 3
Install the expander die (caliber specific) at station 3
of the shellplate. Place a case in station 2 and cycle the
operating handle once (sending the case to station 3).
Turn the expander die down until it makes contact with
the case and cycle the operating handle. Make
adjustments in one-quarter turn increments until the
desired bell is achieved. Tighten the die lock ring.
A properly belled case should show a slight flare at
the case mouth.
Seating Die Adjustments – Station 7
Screw the seating die into Station 7 with the
appropriate seating stem installed. Each die set will
include seating stems to fit the most common bullet
types. Use the nose of the bullet to see which seating
stem fits best. 
Refer to a reloading manual for proper bullet seating
depth or over all length (OAL). 
With the handle in the down position, screw the
seating die down until it makes contact with the
shellplate. Then turn the die counterclockwise four full
turns. Raise the handle and place one of the cases
charged with powder into Station 7. Place a bullet on the
mouth of the case and cycle the operating handle. 
Inspect the bullet for seating depth (OAL) with a dial
caliper or case gage. To make the OAL longer, turn the
seating die counterclockwise in small increments. To
make the OAL shorter, turn the seating die clockwise in
small increments. 
When the OAL is correct, tighten the die lock ring
with the operating handle in the down position.
Crimping Die Adjustments – Station 8
Screw the crimp die into Station 8. Screw it down
until it is flush with the bottom of the toolhead. This is a
good starting point for the crimp adjustment.
Place a cartridge with a properly seated bullet into
Station 8. Raise the platform and continue to screw the
die down until it touches the cartridge.
Fig. 22: Be sure to lightly grease the plunger and roller after
cleaning. 
						

							15* Indicates a caliber specific part – see the caliber conversion
chart on page 19 for the caliber you are loading for.
Lower the platform and give the die an 1/8 turn
down, again raise the platform.
Lower the platform halfway and inspect the
cartridge. If the bell is still present, or the desired
amount of crimp has not been achieved, give the die a
1/8 turn down and try again. Continue making small
adjustments to your crimp die until the desired amount
of crimp has been achieved.
Once the adjustment is complete, place the case back
into Station 8 and raise the platform. Using a 1-1/8”
wrench to turn the lockring and a 7/8” wrench to hold
the die body, snug the lockring.
Note: See drawing (above). When adjusting the
crimp die it is important to know what to look for.
Check that the crimp: Looks OK, allows your firearm
to function consistently and the bullet feels tight in
the case.
The drawing of case #3 (above) is a depiction of a
case that has been over crimped by adjusting the
crimp die down (clockwise) too far. Note the defined
line below the mouth of the case and the bulge below
the line. This is not a proper crimp. This line is the
direct result of the cartridge being over crimped. A
line like this will only appear if the crimp die is
adjusted down too far. Warning: Over crimping
.45ACP, .38 Super, 9mm, etc., can actually cause the
bullet to be loose in the case. 
Older Model RL1050 Users Section
The casefeed spring (#13526) when adjusted
correctly, will keep the cases from becoming lodged
between the casefeed plate and the casefeed port. When
adjusting, position the spring as close as possible to the
casefeed plate in a location favoring the left side of
center in relation to the port opening. Allow one case
diameter (in perspective to the caliber) for clearance
between the spring and the leading edge of the exit port.
Note that the spring becomes the wall the case will hit it
before falling down the funnel.
Adjustments
for calibers 9mm, .38 Spl, .45 ACP and for hot
loads that have been fired many times
Configuration 1
Place a military case (sized, decapped and
unswaged) into Station 3.Screw the backup rod (#12749*) down two turns into
the toolhead (#20420). Pull the handle.
Using a wrench turn the backup rod (#12749*)
down until it hits the inside bottom of the case. Note:
Do not force the expander as this will damage the case
and the shellplate. Now secure the lock ring (#20006*).
Raise the handle.
Screw the eyebolt (#13245) all the way into the
swager. Grease the clevis pin (#13522) heavily.
Put the swager into position. Push the clevis pin
through the connecting rod and eyebolt and secure with
the hitch pin (#13840). Replace the swage cover (#13064).
With the military case still in Station 3, pull the
operating handle down with your left hand. Now turn
the swager upward with your right hand until it meets
resistance. Fig. 17 With your left hand raise the
operating handle about 10”. With your right hand turn
the swager up a quarter turn. Cycle the handle down.
Raise the handle just enough to remove the case and
inspect the primer pocket to see the amount of swaging
being done. The swager should leave a radiused
entrance on the primer pocket. Turn the swager in,
using one quarter turn increments until you achieve the
proper swage. Secure the jam nut (#13682). Note: Do not
over swage. This condition will cause damage to the
shellplate (#12600*). When your swager is properly
adjusted you will feel resistance during the final 1/2” to
1” of the downward stroke of the handle.
Adjustments
for .223 and 7.62x39 Russian 
Configuration 2
Place a military case (sized, decapped and
unswaged) into Station 3.
Remove the backup rod (#12749*) from the backup
die (#12184).
With the operating handle in the down position,
screw the backup die into Station 3 until the die
comes into contact with the shellplate. Now back the
die out one full turn and secure it in place with the
lock ring (#14067).
Leave the handle in the down position. With a
wrench screw the backup rod into the backup die. Turn
the backup rod down until it touches the inside bottom
of the case. Fig. 18Note: Do not force the expander as
this will damage the case and the shellplate. Now secure
the lock ring (#20006*). Raise the handle.
Screw the eyebolt (#13245) all the way into the
swager. Grease the clevis pin (#13522) heavily.
Put the swager into position. Push the clevis pin
through the connecting rod and eyebolt and secure with
the hitch pin (#13840). Replace the swage cover (#13064).
With the military case still in Station 3, pull the
operating handle down with your left hand. Now turn
the swager upward with your right hand until it meets
resistance. Fig. 17With your left hand raise the
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							* Indicates a caliber specific part – see the caliber conversion
chart on page 19 for the caliber you are loading for.16
the swager up a quarter turn. Cycle the handle down.
Raise the handle just enough to remove the case and
inspect the primer pocket to see the amount of swaging
being done. The swager should leave a radiused
entrance on the primer pocket. Turn the swager in,
using one quarter turn increments until you achieve the
proper swage. Secure the jam nut (#13682). Note: Do not
over swage. This condition will cause damage to the
shellplate (#12600*). When your swager is properly
adjusted you will feel resistance during the final 1/2” to
1” of the downward stroke of the handle.
Adjustments
for all other calibers
Configuration 3
Use ONLY an unswaged military case for this
adjustment.
Adjust the swage die body (#12184) 1/16” above the
shellplate, now lock the die in place. Install the
expander (#12749*). 
With the shellplate empty, place a case in Station 2.
Cycle the machine once (sending the case to station 3).
Using one quarter turn increments, adjust the expander
until you achieve the desired bell. Once the desired bell
is achieved, tighten the expander lock ring. (#20006*). 
Using the same case in Station 3, cycle the handle
down. With the lock nut (#13419) off, rotate the swage
backup rod clockwise until the rod contacts the inside
web of the case. Now install the lock nut (#13419) and
lock it in place. 
With the handle still in the down position, begin
rotating the swage rod (#20314*) counterclockwise. You
will begin to notice resistance, now raise the handle
half-way, rotate the swage rod a quarter turn and cycle
the handle. Inspect the case and when you achieve a
completed swage of the primer pocket, tighten the
swage lock nut (#13682). 
Trouble Shooting 
Hard or Incomplete Indexing
1.) Wrong size locator buttons (#20637*).
2.) Index pawl bent or worn (#13705).
3.) Shellplate lock ring adjusted too tightly (#20311).
4.) Dirt under the shellplate (#12600*).
5.) Bent or broken shellplate (#12600*).
Station 1: Case Insertion Problems
1.) Wrong size case insert plunger (#13073*).
2.) Wrong case insert adapter (#13654*).
3.) Shellplate lock ring not adjusted tight enough.
4.) Dirt in the shellplate (#12600*) pockets or
damaged shellplate.
5.) Handle being moved too rapidly on upstroke.
6.) Bent or broken roller bolt (#13333).
7.) Dirt or media in casefeed track.
Station 2: Resizing and Decapping Problems
1.) Crushed cases:
a.) Shellplate lock ring too loose or too tight. 
b.) Not enough radius on the die. Use Dillon dies
whenever possible.c.) Wrong size or missing locator buttons.
2.) Bending or breaking decapping pins:
a.) Wrong shellplate (#12600*).
b.) Slightly bent decapping assembly or pin.
c.) Berdan primed cases.
d.) Dirt in shellplate pockets .
e.) Handle being moved too rapidly on the
down stroke.
f.) Rocks or other foreign objects in cases.
Station 3: Primer Pocket Swaging Problems
1.) Primers smearing or crushing:
a.) Swage backup rod not down far enough
(#13332 or #13348).
b.) Swage rod not adjusted high enough (#20314 -
large or #20313 - small).
Station 4: Priming Problems
1.) Crushed primers:
a.) Swage rod  (#20314 - large or #20313 - small)
not adjusted correctly, dirty or worn out.
b.) Dirt in the shellplate (#12600*).
c.) Ringed Primer. When a spent primer has been
pierced by the decapping pin leaving a ring of metal
from the primer in the pocket.
d.) Primer station locator button (#20637*) not
adjusted correctly.
e.) Chipped or worn primer punch (#12849).
f.) Bench that the machine is mounted on is not
rigid enough. This can be corrected by affixing a board
to both the wall and your casefeed bowl.
g.) Hot loaded ammo that has been fired several
times and the base of the case has been flattened out.
2.) High primers:
a.) Adjust the primer push rod (#12819).
b.) On .223 cases the swage backup rod (#13332) is
down too far, slightly collapsing the primer pocket and
not allowing the primer to seat fully.
c.) Loose shellplate (#12600*).
d.) Erratic handle motion.
e.) Do not remove the rubber piece on the
primer slide.
3.) Smeared primers: See Station 3: Primer Pocket
Swaging
4.) Locator tab:
a.) When adjusting the priming station locator tab,
it should be set as close to the case as possible without
touching it. Be sure the cases in the shellplate rotate
freely past the tab. Change primer magazine tips every
20,000 rounds. Note: Move the handle down, bringing
the toolhead down. Move the locator tab in to the case in
the priming station. 
Station 5. Powder & Case Mouth Belling Problems
1.) Crushing cases:
a.) Wrong size or missing locator buttons.
2.) Spilling powder:
a.) Slamming or going too fast with the operating
handle (#12727).
b.) Stick or pencil lead type powders bridging on
the case mouth in the powder funnel (#13005). See
conversion chart. 
						

							17* Indicates a caliber specific part – see the caliber conversion
chart on page 19 for the caliber you are loading for.
c.) Check powder bar adjustment.
3.) Erratic belling:
a.) Variation in case length. Divid cases by brand.
b.) Handle not moving all the way down on each
stroke. Note: Try setting a bullet on the case mouth in
Station 6.
4.) Erratic powder charges:
a.) Powder bar not moving full length of its travel.
Turn the powder die down until it does.
Station 7: Bullet Seating Problems
1.) Erratic seating depth of the bullet:
a.) Build up of lead shaving and/or lube in the
seater or crimp dies.
b.) Bullets having erratic dimension (length
and/or the ogive).
c.) Use the proper seating stem for the type of
bullet being used.
d.) Variations in case types and/or lots – sort brass.
e.) Refer to a loading manual for proper loaded
length (OAL) and additional information.
Station 8: Crimping Problems
1.) Erratic crimping:
a.) Length of cartridge cases erratic, probably due
to mixed brands of brass.
b.) Worn out or improperly made die, use Dillon
dies whenever possible.
2.) Loose bullet:
a.) Too much taper crimp. Note, this condition
also ruins accuracy.
b. Wrong expander (#12749*).
c.) Thin cases.
Maintenance
Loctite
Loctite should be used following adjustments to or
replacement of all threaded screws. Please note that
Loctite should be applied to threaded portions only
and should be of a non-permanent type. Blue Loctite
#242 is recommended.
Lubrication
Operating circumstances will dictate the frequency of
required lubrication. It is highly recommended that the
RL1050 be cleaned and lubed after every 10,000 rounds
of operation.
Use a high grade conventional wheel bearing grease
– do not use oil.
Lubrication Points:
Casefeed Plunger (#13073*)
Casefeed Plunger Roller (#13498) and Bolt (#13333)
Swage Connecting Rod (#13417) and Clevis Pin
(#13522)
Tappet (#12995)
Rocker Arm (#13058)
Pivot Bolt (#13296)
Primer Punch Base (#12849 - large or #13307 - small)
Alignment Pins (#12972 & #13515 located under
the toolhead)
Shellplate Locating Ring (#12600*)
Shellplate Lock ring (#20311 - contacting surface)
Indexing Lever Cam surface (#20312) and PivotBolt (#13276)
Indexing Bolt (#13086)
Ratchet Restriction Tab (#13376)
Toolhead Bore (#20420 - lightly to avoid rusting
and/or freezing up)
Connecting Rod (#13324) using grease fittings Cam
Guide Bolt (#12486)
Lever Cam (#13413)
Main Shaft Lubrication – Use only 30 wt. motor oil.
DO NOT use a penetrating lubricant such as WD-40,
Breakfree, etc…
Swage
Clean the swage by pulling the operating handle
down and use a small brush to clean the tip. Every
10,000 rounds, remove the swage rod  (#20314 - large or
#20313 - small). and clean, lightly grease and replace.
Note: Do not grease the tip of the swage where it
contacts the primer pocket.
Definitions
ANVIL: Contained in the primer. A fixed metallic point
against which the priming mixture is crushed and
thereby detonated by the action of the firing pin.
BEARING SURFACE:That portion of a bullets surface
that touches the bore when moving through the barrel.
BELL: To expand the mouth of the case slightly in order
to seat a bullet easily.
BERDAN PRIMER: Type of primer with no integral
anvil. The anvil is formed in the bottom of the primer
pocket. Common in Europe on military cartridges.
Difficult if not impossible to reload. Identify by viewing
the empty cartridge from the top. If you see two flash
holes, throw the case away.
BOXER PRIMER:The standard American type of
primer. When viewed from the top of an empty
cartridge case, one flash hole should be seen. This is the
one to reload.
BULLET: The missile only. Becomes a projectile in flight.
It may be of the jacketed or cast lead type.
BULLET SEATING:Inserting the bullet into the
cartridge case to the correct over all length (OAL) of the
completed cartridge.
CALIBER: Approximate bore or groove diameter
expressed in decimals or metric i.e.: .308 or 10mm.
CANNELURE: Groove around a bullet or cartridge
case. Used to hold lubricant, or to crimp case into.
CARTRIDGE: A compete unit of ammunition
assembled i.e.: Cartridge case, propellant powder,
primer, and bullet.
CASE TRIMMING: The trimming of a fired rifle case
back to its original over all length. Note that the
trimming of straight walled cases is unnecessary.
CHAMBER: The part of the bore, at the breach,
machined to accept and support the cartridge.
CHAMFER: To ream a taper on the inside of a case
mouth to assist in seating a bullet.
CRIMP (ROLL OR TAPER):The bending inward of the
mouth of a case in order to grip the bullet.
CRIMPED PRIMER:A forcing inward of the brass 
						

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around the top of the primer pocket to prevent the
primer from backing out. Usually found in military
cartridges. Crimp must be removed to allow you to
insert a new primer. 
DECAP: To push out a primer from the primer pocket
with the decapping pin in the sizing die.
EXPAND: To open rifle pistol cartridge casemouths to
the proper diameter needed to hold the bullet firmly.
Not to be confused with “belling”.
FLARING: See BELL.
FLASH HOLE:The hole leading from the primer pocket
into the cartridge case.
HEADSPACE: The distance from the bolt face to that
point in the barrel or chamber that stops the cartridge
from moving further forward into the chamber. Rifle;
cartridge rim, belt or shoulder. Handgun; cartridge
mouth of the case or rim.
LEADING: Lead deposited in the bore from shooting
swaged lead bullets. Hardcast bullets will not cause
leading in pistols.
NECK SIZE: To resize the neck on a rifle case. For rifle
cases only.
OVER ALL LENGTH (OAL):The distance from the tip
of the bullet to the base of the case.
OGIVE: The rounded portion of the bullet ahead of the
cylindrical section. Also the radius of the curve ahead of
the bearing surface.
OIL DENT:Dent in the case formed by having too
much oil or lubricant when sizing.
PRIMER POCKET:The portion of the cartridge case
that contains the primer. Note: It is not necessary to clean
primer pockets on modern ammunition. This practice is
a carry over from the old corrosive primer days.
RESIZE: To return a fired cartridge case to its original
dimensions by its insertion into a resizing die. Note:
resizing does not compensate for the stretching of a rifle
case when they’ve been fired. See CASE TRIMMING. 
						

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20477 – .38/.357 Conversion
12704 #2 Shellplate
14062 #2 Locator Buttons (6)
13137 .38/.357 cal. Expander – D
13802 Adapter – Orange
13098 Casefeed Plunger – Medium
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20478 – .41 Mag Conversion
11856 #6 Shellplate
13930 #1 Locator Buttons (6)
12882 .41 cal. Expander – H
13654 Adapter – Yellow
13073 Casefeed Plunger – Large
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20479 – .44 Spl/Mag Conversion
12600 #4 Shellplate
14047 #4 Locator Buttons (6)
12628 .44 cal. Expander – G
13654 Adapter – Yellow
13073 Casefeed Plunger – Large
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20480 – .45 ACP Conversion
12999 #1 Shellplate
13930 #1 Locator Buttons (6)
12749 .45 cal. Expander – E
13872 Adapter – Red
13073 Casefeed Plunger – Large
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20481 – .45 LC Conversion
11235 #C Shellplate
14047 #4 Locator Buttons (6)
12749 .45 cal. Expander – E
13654 Adapter – Yellow
13073 Casefeed Plunger – Large
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20482 – 9mm Conversion
12938 #5 Shellplate
14060 #3 Locator Buttons (6)
12833 9mm cal.  Expander – F
13878 Adapter – Green
13306 Casefeed Plunger – Small
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20483 – .380 Auto Conversion
12441 #3 Shellplate
14060 #3 Locator Buttons (6)
13285 .380 cal. Expander – F
13810 Adapter – White
12964 Casefeed Plunger – Small .380
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13419 1/4–28 Jam Nut
13017 Swage Back Up Rod – Large
12184 Swage Die
13483 9/16-18 Lock Nut
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20484 – .38 Super Conversion
12938 #5 Shellplate
14060 #3 Locator Buttons (6)
12833 9mm cal. Expander – F
13878 Adapter – Green
13306 Casefeed Plunger – Small
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20788 – 10mm Auto Conversion
12940 #W Shellplate
14062 #2 Locator Buttons (6)
12912 10mm cal. Expander – W
13872 Adapter – Red
13098 Casefeed Plunger – Medium
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20485 – .223 Conversion
12441 #3 Shellplate
14060 #3 Locator Buttons (6)
13332 Backup/Expander .223
13426 Powder Funnel – A
12146 Adapter (pinned) – White, Long
13306 Casefeed Plunger – Small
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
12184 Swage Die
13483 9/16-18 Lock Nut
20626 – .30 Carbine Conversion
12655 #8 Shellplate
14048 #8 Locator Buttons (6)
12748 .30M1 cal. Expander – C
13564 Powder Funnel C
12641 Adapter – White, Slotted
13306 Casefeed Plunger – Small
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
20631 – 7.62x39 Conversion
11925 #A Shellplate
14062 #2 Locator Buttons (6)
13348 Backup/Expander 7.62x39
13015 Powder Funnel AK
12943 Adapter
13098 Casefeed Plunger – Medium
13703 Casefeed Spacer
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
12184 Swage Die
13483 9/16-18 Lock Nut
14067 Die Lock Ring
20634 – .32 S&W Long/H&R
Magnum Conversion
12107 #D Shellplate
14060 #3 Locator Buttons (6)
12780 .32 cal. Expander – S
12845 Powder Funnel – S
13878 Adapter – Green
13306 Casefeed Plunger – Small
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
21525 – 9x25 Dillon Conversion
12940 #W Shellplate
14062 #2 Locator Buttons (6)
12833 9mm cal. Expander – F
13872 Adapter – Red
13098 Casefeed Plunger – Medium
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
20545 – .40 S&W Conversion
12940 #W Shellplate
14062 #2 Locator Buttons (6)
12912 10mm cal. Expander – W
13878 Adapter – Green
13098 Casefeed Plunger – Medium
17384 Blue Locator Tab – Short (1)
13569 Blue Locator Tab (5)
14067 Die Lock Ring
13005 Powder Activator – Pistol
Caliber Conversion Chart 
						

							* Indicates a caliber specific part – see the caliber conversion
chart on page 19 for the caliber you are loading for.20
RL 1050 Parts Listing
Part # Description
11686 Toolhead Ratchet Cam 1050
12144 Bullet Bin Bracket
12184 Swage Die Body – Part
12260 1050 Box For Shipping
12486 Cam Guide Bolt 1/4x20
12819 Primer System Push Rod
12901 Crankshaft 1050
12930 Primer Station Retain Tab
12972 Toolhead Alignment Rod
12995 Primer System Tappet
13001 New Lever Arm Bracket
13042 Crankshaft Journal
13058 Primer System Rocker Arm
13064 Swage Cover 1050
13073 Casefeed Plunger – Large
13086 Index Roller Bolt 1050
13089 Failsafe Rod Eye Bolt
13091 Alignment Bushing – New
13098 Casefeed Plunger – Medium
13108 Primer Slide Stop “B”
13142 Mainshaft 1050
13161 Casefeed Cam1050
13189 1050 Ejector Tab
13205 Post Bolts
13226 Rocker Arm Set Screw
13238 Cartridge Bin Bracket
13244 Crank Retaining Ring
13245 Primer Swage Adjustment Bolt
13258 Mainshaft Pivot Pin
13262 7/32” Hex Wrench (Short)
13271 Post Stud
13276 Crank Hand Roller Bolt
13296 Primer System Rocker Bolt
13306 Casefeed Plunger – Small
13324 Connecting Rod 1050
13328 SD Shellplate Bolt
13333 Locator Tab Bolt
13335 Spring Bushing
13342 Toolhead Bolt
13363 Primer Magazine Socket Bolt
13365 Index Roller 1050
13376 Ratchet Restriction Tab
13377 Bin Bracket Mount Screw
13392 Crankshaft Bearing
13413 Slide Actuating Lever
13417 Swage Connecting Rod
13419 Swage Rod Locknut
13426 Powder Funnel A – Rifle
13432 Crank Handle Lock Screw
13435 1/4” Hex Wrench
13449 Toolhead Washer
13475 Journal Key 1050
13483 Old Style Jam Nut 9/16x18
13484 1050 Cartridge Bin
13495 Lower Cord Clamp
13498 Plunger Roller 1050
13502 Clamp Retaining ScrewPart # Description
13508 Index Ball 1050
13515 Slide Alignment Pin
13522 Clevis Pin
13525 Index Ball Spring 1050
13534 Casefeed Adapter Housing
13561 Lock Ring Insert
13567 Casefeed Plunger Spring
13572 Toolhead Spring
13581 Grease Zerts
13593 5/32” Hex Wrench
13607 Rocker Bolt Lock Washer
13611 Casefeed Post Warning Label
13624 Index Pawl Spring
13644 Small Powder Bar Spacer
13650 Spent Primer Cup
13655 5/16 Washer
13664 5/16-18 Nut
13682 Swage Lock Nut 1050
13685 1/4-20x1/2 Bracket Bolt
13696 3 Packing Foam Pieces
13701 Index Pawl Pin 3/8
13705 1050 Index Pawl
13728 1/8” Hex Wrench
13746 Actuating Lever Cotter Pin
13756 1050 Bullet Bin
13761 Casefeed Tube 1050
13793 Collar Roller
13799 Failsafe Strip Nut
13801 Tinnerman Insert
13813 Clutch Spring Washer
13815 Adapter Housing Screw
13818 Powder Bar Insert – Small
13827 3/16” Hex Wrench
13840 Hair Pin Cotter
13844 Short Lever Spring
13845 Body Collar Sleeve
13848 Bellcrank Bushing
13853 Powder Bar Insert – Large
13858 Primer Punch Spring 1050
13859 Casefeed Tube Clip
13871 Bellcrank Cube
13882 Powder Measure Lid
13886 3/32” Hex Wrench
13893 Powder Bar Post – Large
13895 10-24  x 3/8” BH Screw
13896 1/4-20 3/8 BH – 
Ejector Tab Screw
13904 Bellcrank Bolt
13921 Powder Bar Spacer Plug
13929 Failsafe Rod Clip
13936 Tab/Spring Arm Spring
13939 Body Collar Clamp – Part
13943 Powder Bar Adjustment Screw
13944 Indexer Return Spring
13945 Pivot Bolt Waved Washer
13951 Powder Bar Post – Small
13955 Lower Plate ScrewPart # Description
13957 Magazine Shield Cap 1050
13958 Powder Bar Bolt Washer
13960 Failsafe Rod – Part
13972 3/16 Roll Pin
14003 Magazine Orifice – 
Large – Red
14023 10-24 5/8 Buttonhead Screw
14024 Magazine Orifice – 
Small – Blue
14033 Return Rod Spring
14036 Old Powder Bar Return Spring 
14037 Collar Clamp Screw
14067 Die Lock ring
14202 Powder Measure Tube Screw
14517 Swage Station Bushing
14808 Collar Roller Bushing
14990 Slide Roll Pin Sleeve
17069 Snap Ring
17084 Irolox Retaining Ring 
17110 Dowel Pins
17604 Bracket Pivot Pin
17808 Casefeed Bowl Insert
20062 Small Powder Bar Assembly
20063 Large Powder Bar Assembly
20311 1050 Lock Ring Assembly
20312 1050 Index Lever Assembly
20313 Swage Rod 1050 – Small
20314 Swage Rod 1050 – Large
20317 1050 Primer Slide – Small
20318 1050 Primer Slide – Large
20320 Powder Die
20322 Casefeed Assembly 1050 – 
Large Pistol
20324 Casefeed Assembly 1050 – 
Small Rifle
20341 1050 Bushing Driver
20419 1050 Primer System – Small
20420 1050 Toolhead Assembly
20421 Auto Powder System
20476 1050 Primer System – Large
20488 1050 Primer Arm/Cam – 
Assembly
20635 Ratchet Detent Assembly
20641 Casefeed Mounting Post – 
Assembly
20773 Primer Feed Body/Shield
20785 Powder Measure Body
21072 Casefeed Plate – Large Pistol
21073 Casefeed Plate – Small Pistol
21074 Casefeed Plate – Small Rifle
21079 Casefeed Assembly 1050 – 
Small Pistol
21275 Body Collar – Complete
21530 Floating Decap Assembly