The Model BE1218 Heavy-Duty Match Press is designed to be an extremely versatile, single-stage reloading press. Featuring a super heavy-duty and beefy cast-iron C-frame design, this press enables match
shooters to perform body and neck sizing, primer decapping, case-mouth expansion, and bullet seating
very accurately. Weighing a hefty 22 lbs., the Model BE1218 features two mounting holes for rock-solid
stability.
1
The 12
heavy-duty, 1
to accommodate a variety of brass cases for handguns and rifles. Also, it accommodates standard
press dies with the provided die adapter installed or 1
⁄2" long press handle can be positioned for right- or left-handed use. The press features a super
1
⁄8"-wide ram—one of the largest on the market—with a 3.85" stroke and a 3.95" throat height,
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC.
PRINTED IN TAIWAN
7
⁄8"-14
To reduce risk of serious personal injury:
• Always wear safety glasses when
reloading.
• Read and understand all warnings and
instructions that came with your reloading equipment.
• DO NOT smoke while reloading or operate reloading press near flammables,
sparks, or fire.
• Keep reloading press and related equipment out of reach of children.
• Full mental alertness is required for safe
operation. Never operate under influence
of drugs or alcohol, when tired, or when
distracted.
• Examine all cases before reloading to
ensure they are in good condition. DO
NOT use cases exhibiting cracks, splits,
corrosion, or any structural deformities.
• DO NOT store cases or ammunition near
chemicals that may produce fumes that
can weaken metal.
Identification
D
C
E
B
A
F
Figure 1. BE1218 identification.
Inventory
Description Qty
A. Press Handle .............................................. 1
B. Reloading Press ......................................... 1
Primer Collection Tube 1⁄2" x 20" ................ 1
C.
ABC
Figure 2. BE1218 inventory.
If you are not experienced with reloading,
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you seek
additional training outside of these instructions. Read books/magazines or get formal training before reloading. Regardless
of the content in these instructions,
Grizzly Industrial will not be held liable
for any accidents.
Mounting
Mount the Model BE1218 to a sturdy workbench
heavy enough to not tip over when the press
handle is pulled.
1
The base has two
to be fastened to a workbench or other mounting
surface to prevent it from moving during operation
and causing accidental injury or damage.
⁄2" mounting holes that allow it
A. Press Handle
B. Ram
Ram Cap
C.
D. Die Adapter
E. Base
F. Primer Collection Tube
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The strongest mounting option is a "Through
Mount," where holes are drilled all the way
through the workbench, using hex bolts, washers,
and hex nuts to secure the press in place. Another
option is a "Direct Mount" where the press is
secured directly to the workbench with lag screws
and washers.
The press may also be mounted to an aluminum
plate with fasteners and secured with C-clamps.
BE1218 Heavy-Duty Match Press
AssemblySetup
1. Thread press handle onto right or left side
of linkage block, as shown in Figure 3, and
tighten with a 12mm open-end wrench.
Shell holders and reloading dies are not included
with the Model BE1218 and must be purchased
separately.
The Model BE1218 can accommodate
1
⁄4"-12 reloading dies. To use a 7⁄8"-14 die, install
1
the die adapter shown in Figure 5, and thread the
die into the adapter. To use a 1
the adapter and thread the die directly into the
casting.
7
⁄18 "-14 and
1
⁄4"-12 die, remove
Press
Handle
Linkage Block
Figure 3. Threading press handle onto linkage
block.
Slide one end of primer collection tube onto
2.
bottom of ram (see Figure 4). Place other
end of tube in a garbage can to catch spent
primers.
Ram
Primer
Collection
Tube
Die Adapter
Figure 5. Location of die adapter.
Cleaning & Lubricating
Before installing a die, remove all rust preventative from the internal parts. Clean, inspect, and
properly lubricate cases before installing them to
avoid damaging them or getting them stuck in a
sizing die.
Shell Holder Setup
Use the press handle to raise the ram just
above the base, then slide on a shell holder (see
Figure 6) that matches the case you are reloading. The open part of the shell holder should be
oriented toward you. Then install the ram cap.
Figure 4. Handle and collection tube installed.
BE1218 Heavy-Duty Match Press
Base
Shell Holder
Ram Cap
Figure 6. Shell holder and ram cap installed.
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Die Setup
General setup for most reloading dies consists of
installing the shell holder in the ram, raising the
ram to its highest position, threading the reloading
die into the top of the press casting or die adapter
until it contacts the shell holder, then tightening
the reloading die lock ring (see Figure 7).
Depending upon the type of die you are using, it
may need to be adjusted in or out more. Be sure
to follow the die manufacturer's instructions to
properly set up your die.
Reloading Die
Lock Ring
Expanding
For straight walled cases only, an expander die
expands the case mouth just enough to accept a
new bullet.
Bullet Seating
The bullet is seated into the mouth of the case
and raised into the bullet seating die with the
press lever during the final step in the reloading
process.
Lubrication
The Model BE1218 comes pre-lubricated from
the factory. However, it will benefit from periodic cleaning and lubrication, depending upon the
amount of use.
Die Adapter
Shell Holder
Ram
Figure 7. Example of sizing die setup (die not
included).
Operation
The Model BE1218 can be used to perform the
following types of operations: case sizing, decapping, expanding, and bullet seating.
Case Body Sizing
The brass body of a spent case can expand and
stretch as a result of firing. A body resizing die
compresses the diameter of the case back to its
original specification and can compress the overall length of the case by “bumping the shoulder,”
the tapered portion of the case between the body
and the neck.
Wipe the press down with a clean cloth to remove
any grit or residue. Lubricate the ram and linkage
pivot points (see Figure 8) with gun oil and wipe
dry. Be careful not to get any oil on the top of the
ram, to avoid deactivating primers.
Ram
Linkage
Pivot
Points
Figure 8. Locations to lubricate.
A neck resizing die compresses only the neck
diameter back to its original specification. Neck
sizing is generally performed when cases will be
used in only a single firearm.
Decapping
A thin rod in a body or neck sizing die pushes a
spent primer out the bottom of a case, generally
at the same time the case is resized.
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BE1218 Heavy-Duty Match Press
BE1218 Parts Breakdown
14
6
18
11
19
16
8
7
4
17
2
1
15
2
10
11
2
2
2
3
10
9
3
5
2
12
2
13
REF PART #DESCRIPTIONREF PART #DESCRIPTION
1PBE1218001 BASE11PBE1218011 BUTTON HD CAP SCR 3/8-16 X 1/2
2PBE1218002 FLAT WASHER 1/2 NYLON12PBE1218012 SET SCREW 8-32 X 1/4
3PBE1218003 LINK ARM13PBE1218013 TUBING 1/2 X 20 VINYL
4PBE1218004 RAM14PBE1218014 HOLLOW LINK PIN 1/2 X 1-3/4
5PBE1218005 TOGGLE BLOCK15PBE1218015 SOLID LINK PIN 1/2 X 1-3/4
6PBE1218006 PIVOT PIN 1/2 X 416PBE1218016 DIE ADAPTER 1-1/4-12 X 3/4
7PBE1218007 STUD-DE 1/2-13 X 12-1/2, 3/417PBE1218017 RAM CAP 0.8 X 1.1 X 0.4
8PBE1218008 BALL KNOB 1-5/8, 1/2-13 BLK18PBE1218018 SHELL HOLDER RETAINING RING
9PBE1218009 LOWER LINK PIN 1/2 X 419PBE1218019 TOUCH-UP PAINT, GREEN
10PBE1218010 FLAT WASHER 3/8 SS
BE1218 Heavy-Duty Match Press
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