Lyman Factory Tour

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4 жыл бұрын

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What an amazing experience! See my behind-the-scenes look at the Lyman factory. With tour guide Spencer Karoll I'll show you the machining center, some Brass Smith presses being built, the Ballistics Lab, and more!
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@bcoverss Жыл бұрын

That was a awesome video! I learned reloading from my Father in 1972 on his Lyman Spar-T turret press, which I inherited. I recently ordered the Lyman All American 8 turret, can't wait to get it. Nice to see how they are made, and made in America!

@harveyrousejr.2069 Жыл бұрын

As a result of Gavin's You Tube channel and his very through, unbiased reviews I have recently purchased several pieces of Lyman reloading equipment. I had originally ordered a Redding Big Boss press kit. It took 5 months for Sinclair (Brownell's) to ship. I've looked at several reviews of the Brass Smith All American 8 turret press. Since the Redding was still in the box unused, Brownell's allowed me to return that press kit and I'm replacing it with the All American 8.

@timvatter2559 4 жыл бұрын

It seems that Lyman is really stepping up their game. 40 years ago I considered them a low tier manufacturer. But now they are running with the big league. I like the made in America with all American materials.

@RebelFlag61 4 жыл бұрын

Tim Vatter that’s interesting. I’m 30 years old and I’ve always considered Lyman to be upper middle/top tier. I wouldn’t have guessed they were ever considered low tier.

@Deltachaos2022 4 жыл бұрын

@@RebelFlag61 to a lot of us new comers Lyman isn't on the high mark of companies, most of this has to do with reloading Snobs. I am glad I found this channel and saw this video, I have some Lyman stuff as I could afford it, but was not aware of the manufacture location, as I did not read anywhere on the box Made in the USA. I truly want to buy American made to support American companies. I will be purchasing some more things from them.

@georgeflutey838 2 жыл бұрын

Lyman is absolute top quality, always has been!!

@jkalash762 2 жыл бұрын

When i was shopping around for my gunsmithing screwdriver set i looked all over and just so happened to find that Lyman had a set. It's price made me think i was probably getting something with quality similar to wheelers. In other words good enough to get by during my apprenticeship. Well after 2yrs it's still going strong. I've even used some of the bits with my impact driver to remove screws so rusted into place i thought i would have to drill them out and never broke any of them. I have had to touch up the edge and tip on some of the thinnest straight blade and torq bits but once again i used them in cases beyond what they are designed to do. The driver handle is among my favorite too and I've tried probably over 2 dozen different brands bit drivers between my time in automotive and then gunsmithing. Theirs is shaped so it's very comfortable for long days at the bench, has a very grippy material so you aren't fumbling around with oily or wet hands (always hated using drivers like Brownells because of the slick plastic), plus you can quickly switch between a stubby driver or standard length by just pulling the extension shaft that can be used with the mini ratchet they include with the set. Long story short, you definitely don't want to sleep on Lyman, i just wish they would offer a nice expansion bit set so i could keep it all one cohesive set. The only complaint i have is with the Glock front sight bit. The walls are thin at the tip so it easily will flair out and strip the nut. The cure was a trip to the grinder however and just taking off about 0.030" i found the walls to be thick enough to be serviceable and it hasn't caused any problems since.

@cliff-mug-hall8263 4 жыл бұрын

I have used a Lyman All American for over 30 years and still love it. It functions like it was new and I bought it used. Thank you Lyman.

@philippedomon5178 Жыл бұрын

I use always my Orange crusher and my case trimer, since thirty years and some reloading tools, thank you Lyman and Ultimate Reloading . Here, in France, no factory Who make reloading tools , thank you USA . Have à great day .😊

@velocity550 4 жыл бұрын

I started using their equipment 30 years ago and its still working perfectly. Love their reloading manual too.

@therealbeaker 4 жыл бұрын

I wish you would have shown how they make reloading dies and all their bullet casting stuff

@paulyounker6979 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks to you and Lyman, great tour. Being a Mech Engr reloader for over 40 years nice to see the factory.

@kitanisthe 4 жыл бұрын

I bought an All American 8 when I found a killer deal on Midway USA and I could not resist... I have yet to take it out of the box.. but I am making plans to give it a proper place on my small bench. THANK YOU for you and Lyman for allowing us to get a glimpse on how its made

@golf-n-guns 4 жыл бұрын

Have you tried it yet?

@kitanisthe 4 жыл бұрын

@@golf-n-guns Yes.. I love it.. smooth operating.

@paulrussell1435 3 жыл бұрын

@@kitanisthe Are you still running the press? How is the wear and tear of it holding up? How many rounds would you say went through it so far?

@kitanisthe 3 жыл бұрын

@@paulrussell1435 Y es I am running the press now.. I have about 800 rounds of .243 I have reloaded with it.. and about 1000 rounds of 9mm. So far its held up very well.. I did take off the priming system though.. I decided to use the Forester priming tool for that.. but otherwise... a great press

@paulrussell1435 3 жыл бұрын

@@kitanisthe Thanks for the update Frank

@johnesmond1435 4 жыл бұрын

My father, brother and I started reloading on the Lyman Spartan press back in the 60"s Great affordable products! Well worth the money!

@hartfloorcovering 4 жыл бұрын

This was an absolute enjoy to watch- thank you so much for this! An opportunity to see this has rarely been available!!!

@snowgorilla9789 4 жыл бұрын

The built in safety factor on those barrels is impressive

@007ianmclaren 4 жыл бұрын

From South Africa, Gavin keep this up, very interesting.

@shaneengelberts120 4 жыл бұрын

Day sè. Me too!

@TartanJack 4 жыл бұрын

Big fan of the Lyman products I have. Thinking seriously about an All American 8. Thanks for this.

@Squib1911 4 жыл бұрын

As someone in automotive manufacturing I like hearing "tier one automotive cast iron supplier." I like that they make their products in America. Thanx for doing the tour.

@alexdumitrescu1326 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man, is very interesting to really understand how this beautiful machines are made!

@johnshandloading7907 4 жыл бұрын

You are a blessed man Gavin. Very cool opportunity and nice to see it. Thank you for sharing this.

@lewisbrooks9760 2 жыл бұрын

Lyman has the best book. I have several others. This is the first one I grab. Always. Keep up the good work.

@brsmith2801 Жыл бұрын

That was a great video, it looks like Lyman is keeping on top of things. Enjoyed the ballistic lab very much. Keep up the good work.

@rebelreloading5265 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking this tour for us!

@jhonnylacksville6765 4 жыл бұрын

i was considering a press of theirs, so you had the scale tipped already. however this video is the reason i will buy one. because i like them.

@georgeflutey838 2 жыл бұрын

Will last a lifetime!!

@hardybirch3630 4 жыл бұрын

Really informative and enjoyable. I learned a lot about Lyman that I did not know and nice to know their products are made in America.

@Mockingbird57 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I'm a big Lyman fan, and use a good bit of their product. Their cleaning mats are awesome! I also really like the Azoom caps. I have a lot of friends and family who are first time shooters, and the caps help them learn to load and handle the firearm without being nervous about live rounds. When it's live round time, they roll right through it, because of the practice with the caps!

@tomlee6263 3 ай бұрын

Very nice, thanks for the great factory tour! As a professional machinist, I really appreciate this 😊

@CHEECHMUN 4 жыл бұрын

Love the factory tours. very interesting. To see the whole picture, put the puzzle together!!!

@shopdog310 4 жыл бұрын

Impressive,thanks for sharing. Lots of Lyman on our loading/casting benches.

@wallyhaskett6737 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for posting this video. It was great!!!!!!!!!!

@johantheron3910 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks This was exactly what I suggest you talk about! Cool!

@RickLatta61 2 жыл бұрын

Everything I have from Lyman is top notch. Great company!

@thomlyons336 4 жыл бұрын

I started to use Lyman products in 1962 when I bought a tong tool reloader. Go LYMAN!

@mojo6385 4 жыл бұрын

very cool. I just bought a manual from them a couple days ago and I agree that it is very nice.

@topoff33 4 жыл бұрын

Great tour gavintoobe!!!

@leadsmith5873 2 жыл бұрын

Nice tour!

@halspencer6613 3 жыл бұрын

Had Lyman reloading tools away back in the 1950s and 1960s - 10 different calibers on a simple turret-style unit that worked 100% of the time. No errors. Used a Lyman Loading Handbook, too.

@ironbomb6753 4 жыл бұрын

Desktop Artillery, I like the way that sounds😎👍🇺🇸 Great visit, great video, very cool at Lyman. I sure like the way that orange press looks, may have to get one,♥️

@petersouthernboy6327 3 жыл бұрын

I love turret presses. Such a convenient way to change calibers and keep your die settings.

@BuceGar 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! Very impressive!

@rushrule1 4 жыл бұрын

I lived in CT my whole life until a few years ago and never knew they were in Middletown

@paulrussell1435 3 жыл бұрын

Im in CT as well. About 10 minutes from me. Can we buy equipment at the facility?

@nancybliss7709 2 жыл бұрын

I have used them for 45 years they great

@357Addict 4 жыл бұрын

I love my All American 8, good job guys.

@mapled3135 4 жыл бұрын

Im very happy with all my Lyman stuff.

@tplyons5459 4 жыл бұрын

I started my reloading life in 1962 with a Lyman Tong Tool. I still use their powder scale.

@brianblackwell2308 4 жыл бұрын

It is a beautiful factory!!!

@Bearlake1624 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool. Thank you

@pmp2559 4 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool to see that very clean shop

@kennethbailey2616 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@ZERO_42069 4 жыл бұрын

Next you should do a factory tour of Dillion, they’re here in Scottsdale AZ, and then let me go with you lol

@charlesholt2662 4 жыл бұрын

Josue Guzman I have a Dillon progressive and love it but that Lyman full automation is very very nice but way out of my price range. However it is on my list to get after I win the PowerBall.

@tomaskey6844 Жыл бұрын

Just got an RCBS Summit and will be taking a closer look at Lyman products. Will definitely be getting the reload manual.

@kennethbailey2616 4 жыл бұрын

I have several Lyman products, all great quality.

@dougi1967 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought an Ideal press. Well made and I really like it's made here in Lyman's USA location.

@albatro2676 3 жыл бұрын

I want to see the Lee Precision Factory Tour now !!

@jimmywilliams7876 4 жыл бұрын

decided last week to take a chance on the All American 8 for my first press. This sealed the deal. Thanks.

@paulrussell1435 3 жыл бұрын

How do you like the press? Is it as good as redding T7?

@Johnny-jr2lq 2 жыл бұрын

If Dave Rosicky is watching please include more powder coated data in the 52ed manual. Powder coating IS the current casting process. I must add I truly love the quality of your steel casting bullets molds. By far my best and favorite molds my molds include some top companies in the business. But I always enjoy casting with my Lyman 4 cavity steel molds.

@davidorpwood8433 4 жыл бұрын

THANQ that was great .

@2541968joey 4 жыл бұрын

Great video & tour. I use their 50th manual & find it has some really great information. But, sometimes it's hard to tell who to follow on reloading a particular round, their data or the power manufacturing company.

@frankbodenschatz173 9 ай бұрын

They were able to get my bleacher shell holders out within a couple days to me. Quicker than the company 100 mi away in mid Missouri!

@jad2484 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Lyman Crusher II that is my main press for my precision long range 300wm rounds.

@ocean374 4 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome Gavin great tour I wish I new you was in town we could of gone to the range together I live about 40 min from Lyman

@bluescatreimer 4 жыл бұрын

Cool video Gavin, how about one on RCBS?

@DaRoach5882 3 жыл бұрын

Those VMCs are Okuma, which are Japanese machines of which I have several in my shop and they are amazing machines!

@rodandanner2132 4 жыл бұрын

I love my Lyman press, dies, molds and casting pot.

@jpmarcantel 3 жыл бұрын

I am a fan of both Lyman and Gavin

@Ultimatereloader 3 жыл бұрын

Right on! Thanks for the support! :)

@chriscosby2459 Жыл бұрын

I like Lyman products, good quality at a reasonable price.

@timreha 4 жыл бұрын

Factory tours are aways cool. Love the ingenuity. Great question on the human factors on the shop floor. That is huge to take care of employees health.

@Kito66j1 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Hornady next please.

@chadparker8198 3 жыл бұрын

Spencer. I would buy primers from you guys. Gear up for the next election and sell directly to the consumer. Hey if it is feasible to make it part of your business, create a 4 year plan and make it happen. I'll bet you guys would have a lot of Lyman fans after that. BTW, I love how my lyman pocket prep tool screws right into my hornady power tool for prepping. Just bought the brush too. That was smart design.

@Hellbenderarms 4 жыл бұрын

Nice. I will buy a Lyman product after watching this video.

@vincef5832 4 жыл бұрын

Saw a Lyman test where the turret stations were not all the same tolerances. Alignment variances had different run out. So one should check each of the 8 holes for run out and put your sizing and seating dies in the station with the least run out. I guess the engineer needs to do some work-lol

@scot3972 4 жыл бұрын

So I hope you had a pocket full of your 300 PRC test rounds to run thru the Universal receiver! I've always liked and had good results with Lyman products. Load Data Books could use some cartridge updating. Great Video

@Spirit19399 2 жыл бұрын

Lyman good pres👍🇵🇱

@davidfw190 3 жыл бұрын

I still have an Orange crusher press I bought in 1979. Lost count of all the ammo I've made with it. Still going strong.

@kenf2662 4 ай бұрын

As an Mechanical Engineer I would have liked to see the Quality Control step after the CNC work. Cutting cast iron is hard on tooling they have to be checking parts " I would like to see everything checked" .

@jonathonwerner5968 3 жыл бұрын

Think I'll buy a Lyman press. I have a RCBS Rock chucker already but I like the turret press. One press for one cartridge, the second for another, like maybe a handgun round. I'll wait til everything settles down. I'll get it ceracoted in black.

@kermitlovesbacon1926 4 жыл бұрын

That place is about 45m from me very cool

@simahe1252 Жыл бұрын

I want one so bad. I'm going to have one for sure. I wonder why other companies don't have similar products?

@grob25 4 жыл бұрын

We did not know you are in Washington. You should do a meet up. Lots of us would love to get together!

@davidpidgeon7320 4 жыл бұрын

How about the making of moulds for casting bullets ?????

@SlavGuns 4 жыл бұрын

Gavin, Great video and thanks for the look at Lyman! Only suggestion... have someone use a tripod or a steadycam.... the camera shaking is seizure inducing!

@UncleMilty 3 жыл бұрын

I like that they're made in USA not so much they are in CT, but then Redding is in NY.

@TimothyGoetz 4 жыл бұрын

will Lyman be leaving CT like many of the manufactures in the shooting sports are doing? It's becoming a very difficult place for the industry to do business.

@davinaclark9299 4 жыл бұрын

It kind of erks me when people say the Lyman book is wrong on the overall length of the lighter grain 5.7x28mm. If you use there length you gain fps. Been using there setup and everything is perfect. Thank you Lyman for different powder loads and grain chart. People dont test things.

@FryedGamingNet 4 жыл бұрын

Neat

@milboltnut 3 жыл бұрын

brass smith is a tight unit.

@mikeskidmore6754 3 жыл бұрын

American Made .. I will keep this in mind when trying to figure out what I want..

@Prepare2Survive 4 жыл бұрын

I wish lyman would update their cast lead manual with 300 blk supersonic data.

@GunFunZS 4 жыл бұрын

And key alloy to pressure rather than velocity....

@thatboatguy4288 2 жыл бұрын

My hometown

@daviddavis1322 4 жыл бұрын

It does look like a great job for a engineer that enjoys job satisfaction

@chipsterb4946 Жыл бұрын

Am I the only one who wants to know more about that Ruger No. 1 in the rack in the ballistics lab? For goodness sake - Lyman makes reloading dies. I prefer their 3-die set for pistol cartridges for a couple reasons. The M-Die expander is simply a “better mousetrap”, especially for lead bullets. The seater die comes with 2 stems for different bullet nose profiles and 1 or the other always seems to work well. The set includes a shell holder which saves a little money, and the price is good overall. WTF Gavin? I assume that you always use a scope or powered optic, but Lyman has been making excellent aperture sights, etc. forever.

@HunterParkNZ 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone knows why he lifts the elbow up when handshake?

@HikeHuntHaul 3 жыл бұрын

Merica!!!! 😃👍🏻

@ivobiancucci4528 4 жыл бұрын

Ultimate Reloader is like Saturday morning cartoons for adults - keep up the good work

@nells1776 4 жыл бұрын

I had a Lyman American 8, but ended up selling it because it kept getting primers stuck in between the ram and the spent primer chute hole in the front of the press frame before dumping into the cup. I really wanted to like this press, but that happened too often and when it did, it completely locked up the press and I couldn't even move the handle until I was able to forcefully unjam it and pry the stuck spent primer out. Maybe if Lyman would have made the hole in the front of the press bigger than the hole in the ram then the spent primers wouldn't get hung up...regardless, Lyman REALLY needs to re-engineer this aspect of their new presses. Otherwise, it was a solid press so maybe once they fix this I'll buy another one someday...

@mastercfromhalo3 4 жыл бұрын

Neil Whelden interesting... I’ve reloaded thousands of rounds on my all American 8 and never experienced this issue..... have you tried contacting customer service about that? Maybe there was a burr in there. Things slip thru from time to time, they probably would have repaired it or replaced it all together.

@nells1776 4 жыл бұрын

@@mastercfromhalo3 No, I looked very closely at the entire assembly to see if there was a burr, or if there was some way I could modify it with a dremel or small file, etc. Unfortunately, there wasn't anything that could have been cleaned up. I think it was just the angle of the opening which was causing primers would just get stuck. Then when they were half way out of the hole, they would occasionally jam on the bottom of the press. Unfortunately, I'm not the only one to have had this problem - look at some of the negative reviews on KZfaq or elsewhere online: www.midwayusa.com/product/101962214?pid=757540 Like I said, I really want to like this press, but Lyman needs to redesign this.

@brianproulx6559 4 жыл бұрын

You should try to go to Dillon! Or even Lee!

@richardcranium5839 4 жыл бұрын

i bout a kit 30 years ago when the turret idea was fairly new. the scales case trimmer and such were good but the press itself never worked right. too much slop and deflection in the head and the ram fit was too sloppy to work properly. short pistol cases were ok but rifle cases were a disaster

@steveobee3488 4 жыл бұрын

That was too cool . I have a good one for you who makes a 410 shotshell reloading press never seen one or do i have to go black cat and make it my self .ive been reloading for over 30+ years soon to be making a you tube channel called black cat reloding

@mastercfromhalo3 4 жыл бұрын

Steve Obee MEC outdoors

@marylandmike9483 4 жыл бұрын

Insurance regulations. Every one wears safety glasses. Dash-1 MD

@greeneman99710 4 жыл бұрын

Would be sweet if you could go to Dillon next.

@fergieferg60 Жыл бұрын

i have a green lyman turret press i inherited from my dad going to give it a whirl

@MPGunther1 4 жыл бұрын

👍

@stevecochran9078 2 жыл бұрын

How can you do any better than American cast and machined? I recall seeing an article about one of their competitors getting all their castings from the Chicoms. How many others have farmed out their processes to the CCP?