Lee 90257 Classic Lee Loader 38 Special Pistol Reloading Kit

The Lee 90257 Classic Lee Loader is a compact, complete handloading system designed for reloading .38 Special ammunition. This pistol reloading kit includes the essential components needed to reload cartridges in the field or at the bench, providing a straightforward alternative to larger press-based equipment. A rubber mallet is required for operation but is not included. The kit includes one shell holder cap for handling the cartridge case during the reloading process.
The Classic Lee Loader uses neck sizing, which sizes only the case neck rather than the entire cartridge case. This design is intended for ammunition being fired in the same firearm from which it was previously fired. Because the system only neck sizes cases, Lee does not recommend this kit for semi-automatic, pump-action, or lever-action firearms, where reliable chambering may require full-length sizing. Follow appropriate reloading procedures and use current, caliber-specific load data whenever preparing ammunition.
This Lee pistol kit is configured for .38 Special and can also be used to reload .357 Magnum cartridges when the appropriate load data and dipper are purchased separately. The included components provide a practical foundation for shooters who want a simple, portable reloading setup without investing in a conventional reloading press. The Lee 90257 Classic Lee Loader is best suited to users who understand cartridge reloading fundamentals and can verify firearm compatibility, component specifications, and safe loading practices before use.

Features:

• Type: Classic Lee Loader pistol reloading kit

• Caliber: .38 Special

• Additional caliber capability: Can reload .357 Magnum with the appropriate load data and dipper, purchased separately

• Sizing method: Neck sizes cartridge cases only

• Included component: Shell holder cap

• Set quantity: One complete loader kit

• Firearm compatibility: Not recommended for semi-automatic, pump-action, or lever-action firearms

• Required accessory: Rubber mallet needed for operation and not included