Gun Collectors Dream Auction #78 Mixed Firearms

Three Vintage Shotshell Reloading Presses including Pacific DL-105 and Lee Load-All 16 Gauge

This auction ended on October 12, 2025.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $70 - $120

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $85

Description

This lot comprises three vintage shotshell reloading presses/tools. The leftmost item is a Pacific DL-105 progressive shotshell loader, manufactured by Pacific Tool Company, a division of Hornady, Grand Island, NEB. It features a red base with a “WAD PRESS” scale, dual translucent hoppers, and a black plastic handle. The rightmost item is a Lee Load-All single-stage shotshell loader, manufactured by Lee Precision Inc. in the U.S.A., with patent numbers visible. It is characterized by an orange base, an aluminum frame, a dark translucent hopper, and red plastic handle grips, with “16g” visible on its red slider. The central, horizontally oriented item is a lever-operated reloading tool, with a red painted frame, steel rods, and a natural wood ball handle, with “LEE” cast into its base. All pieces are predominantly constructed from painted cast metal, steel, aluminum, and various plastic components, with the central tool also incorporating wood.


Condition report:

Fair condition, consistent with age and heavy use. Exhibits extensive paint loss, widespread surface rust on metal components, numerous scratches, and accumulated dirt. Functionality is untested.