Note: Dust covers were included free of charge with the initial batch of presses, sold in Summer 2020. To add one of these USA Made, high-quality covers to your ZERO order, head >> HERE <<
As the quality and precision of reloading equipment has advanced in the last few years (AMP Annealers, AutoTricklers, Giraud Trimmers, IDOD Neck Turners, Primal Rights Priming Tools) we have watched companies overlook the core of the bench – the press. In late 2019 we began R&D on perfecting the precision reloading press – and we are happy to introduce the ZERO. It is the embodiment of our pursuit of ZERO tolerance reloading, with ZERO friction. The turret press also works toward ZERO variance in die setup. It will have ZERO equal on the market.
Milled from all-American billet aluminum and stainless steel, this press moves with the help of 14 bearings, including a self-lubricating linear sleeve bearing, guiding the precision-ground 1.25″ ram with less than .0006″ of diametric clearance. Each press is hand measured and fitted, mating the ram and the bearing, ensuring the most precise ram stroke on the market – ZERO doubt about that. The linkage system will also glide on bearings and custom hardware which will allow us to assemble the system with near-ZERO slop. The operation of the oversized ram, with the .75″ steel arm and ZERO-friction knob will be unlike anything you’ve ever experienced.
The turret system will be secured using a, over-sized, custom-made ZERO-point pull-stud, and the turret will be located using an oversized ball-detent system. Changing the position of the turret from one die to another will require only a turn of a (supplied) t-handle. When indexing the turret, repeatability variance of the system will be less than .0005″.
The opening in the press will allow for sizing and seating of cases up to 338LM, and will accept standard 7/8″ dies and standard shellholders (we prefer the Redding). The press CAN be used for Cheytac-class reloading, but may (depending on your die setup and bullet length) require you to “scoop” the bullet into the seating die and down into the case before seating.
Using factory shellholders there will be a small amount of float available to account for uncontrollable 3rd party tolerances. We will also be making and selling shellholders specifically fit to the system at a later time.
We have designed a decapping/primer-catch system into the body of the press, eliminating goofy surgical hoses and baby food-like jars. A simple slide-out tray will make this mundane process smooth, simple, and unobtrusive.
We will ship all presses with a standard bolt-down plate, but will also have available Inline Fabrication plates for the system that will mount seamlessly.
Want to watch our Facebook Live product reveal? Check it out >> HERE <<
Read this and still ready to ask what it does that your vintage single stage doesn’t? Bullet point time, strap in.
- The zero-slop turret head allows you to change between dies, eliminating the variability induced when removing and resetting dies
- The turret head allows the press to work with multiple die-attachments (7/8 thread currently, 1-1/4 thread, and future unreleased stuff) without goofy thread-stacking adapters
- The available ram-stroke here is 4.4″, allowing you to use it on significantly large cases
- Total opening of 4.75″, with no unnecessary shellholder protrusion at the bottom of the stroke
- The extended ram position will be more repeatable than any ram-style press on the market
- More efficient energy transfer from handle to ram via bearing-guided motion throughout the system
- Adjustable/interchangeable handle setup for maximizing leverage/feel based on operation
- Internally contained primer-catch system, eliminating baby food jars and surgical hoses hanging from your press
- Made in America, from American materials
Consistency is paramount in precision reloading, and that’s what we are really chasing here. From one stroke to the next, or one reloading session to another, we want every piece of ammo you make to be as consistent as possible. It’s the whole goal. The ZERO was designed around that goal, and provides you with an unmatched ability to create consistency.
THE PRE-ORDER IS CLOSED! We have sold our first major run of presses, but will continue production at full capacity, and we expect presses to be in-stock starting in October.
| Weight | 40 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 22 × 15 × 10 in |
| Manufacturer | Area 419 |
| Turret | 7/8" (Standard), Hybrid Turret |
288 reviews for The ZERO Reloading Press
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Spencer H. (verified owner) –
Very impressive press amazing performance
Zachary Washington (verified owner) –
This thing is an absolute game changer for me. The press I had before had a ton of slop in it and I had to physically check every piece of brass while sizing and seating, as well as guide my cases into my expander mandrel. This thing has made set up of dies extremely quick and efficient, and it’s so much more consistent than what I had I have all the confidence in the world without feeling like I have to put a caliper on every piece of brass I work. It was a tough pill to swallow price wise but definitely a buy once cry once situation.
charles verfuerth (verified owner) –
Best press worth the price
Gudmundur Sigurdsson (verified owner) –
Professional
William K. (verified owner) –
Worth every penny!
David Hanen (verified owner) –
This is my second one and they couldn’t be any better (2 different locations)..
Chris Zimmerman (verified owner) –
This press is legit. It’s like a tank love it.
John Pello (verified owner) –
Getting to know the press and set up
KEVIN S. (verified owner) –
By far the best Press I have ever used!
Thomas (verified owner) –
Excellent precision made press. Very smooth operation
Kenneth (verified owner) –
This press is a beast, much bigger and better than my old rockchucker. It’s so smooth and tight tolerances makes for great reloads. I feel it’s money well spent, it should last forever
Krzysztof Goryl (verified owner) –
Working perfectly
Spencer (verified owner) –
This press makes me wonder if every ounce of reloading I’ve done before was even close to being correct. Best piece of kit in my reloading room!
Todd P. (verified owner) –
Wow! Just wow! The Zero Press is simply amazing. The fit and finish is incredible and the operation is so smooth and precise. I don’t normally review things, but this press makes me want to spend more time at the bench and deserves the praise. Very happy!
Gerald J (verified owner) –
Just started to get my Zero Press set up. Bought this on Area 419 Black Friday sale. Retired my old reliable RCBS Rockchucker press. So far very impressed with the Zero.
Jeffrey L. (verified owner) –
I normally like to see an item before I buy, but was unable to do so with a Zero Press. After doing a lot of research and getting some hands on experience with other presses, I decided to take a leap of faith and order a Zero Press. To say I’m thoroughly impressed would be an understatement. The Zero Press is an amazing machine in its design and execution. Solid is an understatement and the precision and accuracy of the Zero Press is unmatched.
Selby (verified owner) –
The Mecca of reloaders. It’s smooth just like everyone else says it is. Pay once, cry once.
William (verified owner) –
I love the zero press. Craftsmanship at its finest. I have some other area 419 stuff and will be getting more stuff soon. Have to pad the wallet back up first. Keep up the good work. Thanks for a great press.
Parke Moyer (verified owner) –
better than expected and I expected a lot, except the $200 decrease 4 days after purchase.
Justin –
Area 419 not only stands behind their product They will ship things out same day air if you have any issues they are an amazing company with an amazing product & care about their customers and I make sure that you have something that you enjoy to to use. The press works as intended from ball bearings everywhere to exact machine tolerances you just have to make sure that you lock the press with the supplied tool when you use it and it’s really important as it keeps everything for moving or flexing.
Is it a company that will make sure everything is right and that everything is up to your standard
Dylan M. (verified owner) –
Had a t7 before this thing is solid does not move. Holds to the zero movement.
Úlfar Svavarsson (verified owner) –
well built good quality
Richard Pachter (verified owner) –
This is the pinnacle of turret presses. The finish and machining is spectacular. Will this load better ammo than my other press? Most likely. What it will do is produce consistent lots time after time, round after round. Not having to change dies will insure that giving me the choice to make minor adjustments and fine tune the round knowing that the next lot will be exactly like the previous lot. Your packaging is outstanding. The top foam cover with your logo is worthy of a frame to be hung on the wall. Completely satisfied with your product. Yes the blem extra turret also. Thank you for your attention to detail and quality, Richard.
Richard Pachter (verified owner) –
This is the pinnacle of turret presses. The finish and machining is spectacular. Will this load better ammo than my other press? Most likely. What it will do is produce consistent lots time after time, round after round. Not having to change dies will insure that giving me the choice to make minor adjustments and fine tune the round knowing that the next lot will be exactly like the previous lot. Your packaging is outstanding. The top foam cover with your logo is worthy of a frame to be hung on the wall. Completely satisfied with your product. Yes the blem extra turret also. Thank you for your attention to detail and quality, Richard.
Matthew W. (verified owner) –
Most amazing and solid press on the market. Love it.
Thomas (verified owner) –
Awesome press wood buy again
Delbert (verified owner) –
This is the thing that got me going. I have sold or given away the rest of my single stage / turret presses after getting this. Worth every penny!
George F. (verified owner) –
Loving its precision!
Tim O. (verified owner) –
Still just getting things sorted out but run out on the 6mm Creedmoor is virtually 0! The press and M Die system is about as perfect as you can get! Thank you
Daniel Devling (verified owner) –
Have used it very little to date but feel, looks and craftsmanship is great.
Christopher Bryant (verified owner) –
Wish I wouldn’t have waited to buy this press. It’s everything and they claim it to be and more! I love the press and the repeatability it delivers!
Ardavan Hamidi (verified owner) –
Value for money
Spend the money cry once and win
Eric Benjamin (verified owner) –
Wow Game changer!
Gabriel Ruiz (verified owner) –
The press is absolutely outstanding, no reservations at all. Even the price did not influence the purchase. Worth every penny!
William Teel, Ph.D. (verified owner) –
An amazing engineering achievement.
So far have not found anything that needs improvement.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Very high quality and easy set up.
Kelly (verified owner) –
Give the zero press ten stars
Joe Shields (verified owner) –
Precision. Top notch!
Ryan (verified owner) –
I would’ve liked to have known that some of my match dies didn’t work with my shell holders with the zero press so i had to buy new shell holders. Other than that I like the press.
Alexander Watson (verified owner) –
What an amazing machine. Build quality is better than anything I have seen before.
Donald Williams (verified owner) –
Excellent product
Ken Susnara (verified owner) –
Even more then I could imagine don’t hesitate!!!
Carl T. (verified owner) –
Too soon to comment but it seems like a great press.
Steve Rigby (verified owner) –
Superb quality
Kenneth (verified owner) –
Love it. Most accurate and smooth press ever
Joe Ben O’Quinn (verified owner) –
Works great!
William Lee (verified owner) –
Amazing machine. I have .308 .243 and .223 mounted.
Thomas Haines (verified owner) –
awesome press, extremely precise
George L. (verified owner) –
Love the press fantastic quality and very smooth operation the only issue that I have is on longer rounds like 375 H&H mag it’s a bit difficult holding the bullet in place to seat the bullet with shorter rounds it’s no problem
James Koenig (verified owner) –
Just loaded 200 rounds of 6mm PPC and it had zero runout. I will now be using this press for all my metallic reloading.
Todd Grimm (verified owner) –
I’m very happy with my Zero Press. It’s everything Area419 said it would be
Brad L. (verified owner) –
Insane precision
Derrick Whitten (verified owner) –
BEAST! So impressed!
Scott (verified owner) –
Area419 rocks!!! Keep up the good work!!!
Robert (verified owner) –
This press is awesome, I’ve never turned out this consistent ammo!
Nieshia C. (verified owner) –
My husband absolutely love it. He said its the best press he has ever used!
John Morgan-Hosey (verified owner) –
All change, Zero Press installed on Quick Change Mount.
Enoch Eskelson (verified owner) –
Amazing reloading press. Enjoy using it more than older press that I discarded.
Larry G. (verified owner) –
SOOO smooth; although I have not loaded any large cases yet. Will keep you apprised.
Brian Reinwald (verified owner) –
This press is amazing. The appearance is very sharp looking and less effort is needed than other presses.
Robert Penick (verified owner) –
I have only resized brass with it, but really like the feel and consistency.
Jonathan (verified owner) –
Love my press
James Tulip (verified owner) –
Everything about this press is top notch. Operation of the press is super smooth and no play.
Roy Joffrion (verified owner) –
Totally awesome. Well engineered
Christopher Durham (verified owner) –
Top quality like all my tools. And ease of shaping brass ,incredible
Mike P. (verified owner) –
Haven’t used much yet, but very impressed with quality of build and ease of assembly and mounting. No regrets.
Sean Waldron (verified owner) –
Great construction, top notch fit and finish. Set up easy
mike plunkett (verified owner) –
Extremely high quality!
Tom Butts (verified owner) –
All I can say is wow
Michael Langlois (verified owner) –
I wish I had bought this first. I could have skipped the Billion dollar Mark VII auto drive press and the Hornady press and the Dillon press..
Tyson (verified owner) –
Loading 6cm & all i can say is the hype is true it has produced my most accurate loads to date with lowest SD ever !
BUDDY ROBINSON (verified owner) –
This is literally a work of Art done in fabrication. I am more than impressed. Make the leap you won’t be disappointed.
Jonathan Macari (verified owner) –
Very well designed and engineered
Adam (verified owner) –
I was told it was the best, I knew it was the best. Then it showed up and I was still blown away by the shear quality of this press. The quality of area 419s packaging let alone shows they are the best, not to mention there products!!
Francis L. (verified owner) –
I recently purchased both the zero press for one this thing is absolutely amazing it’s everything you could ever want in a press. But enough about the press the M series die is on another level. Not only did it cut my reloading time in half but the accuracy. Every single case bumped .0025 every time on one cycle. My groups instantly tightened up and I was hitting everything that was it the bullets way.
Sandy S. (verified owner) –
No matter what you have heard or expect it blows your mind when you open the box and unpack it. Fabulous job and great product, WOW doesn’t come close to expressing what it is like when you open the box.
travis lobaugh (verified owner) –
What a amazing piece of equipment! I learned of AREA 419 from watching the YOUTUBE video with John Saunders. This press is legit!!
Andrew S. (verified owner) –
About love it. I was skeptical when reading the reviews. There it truly no play or slop. Great press
Krystofer H. (verified owner) –
This press brings a smile to my face ever time I size or seat. It the most consistent on the market. That’s a fact.
Jeff S. (verified owner) –
Very impressed! It is a solid press, super smooth and repeatable. The craftsmanship is top notch. I’ve just started setting up the press and plan to do 4 calibers on it for now. I plan to just use it for my long range calibers, .338 LM, 300 WM, .308, 6.5 CM. So far I have been loading 6.5 CM and the repeatability is phenomenal! American Made!!
Donald D. (verified owner) –
No way to describe it in words. You need hands on to appreciate.
Lance Dorin (verified owner) –
Finest press I’ve ever seen or owned. Fits everything from my 375 Cheytac AI to 6.5-284 with the Hybrid turret. Quality and thoughtful construction at every turn.
Svein Soermo (verified owner) –
Two words, gold standard! Simply the best there is!
Joseph B. (verified owner) –
Wow! A beautiful press and extremely well designed and constructed.
Tevis Smith (verified owner) –
Extremely nice design really easy to set up. Coming from a co-ax it has been a great feeling press
ernest.santos (verified owner) –
If Apple made a reloading press, this would be it. I own 2 other turret presses that are well known in the precision/benchrest community, and this press addresses some of the small niggles I have with them. It was interesting how the muscle memory I developed using the other presses showed how much more efficient the Zero is in terms of armature layout and geometry. My favorite feature is the primer catch tray since my other presses either used an aquarium tube where the spent primers would sometimes fall out the ram opening every so often, or having to use a wide enough box to account for the seemingly random area the other press would divert them. It’s because of the spent primer system on the Zero, there is no more nasty spent primer dust accumulating on the ram linkage. Since the press is anodized and machined smooth, there’s no wrinkle powder coating where primer dust can also accumulate. The Zero appeals to both hemispheres of the brain. This is the epitome of Made in America!
neale white (verified owner) –
Rolls Royce of reloading presses
Ben Ward (verified owner) –
Went from the T7 to the Zero. Big upgrade
Douglas M. (verified owner) –
Good stuff!
Edward Joskow (verified owner) –
I have been following the development team f this press. Now that it’s arrived I’m very happy I purchased it.
Doug Evancic (verified owner) –
I have been a Area419 customer for years. Their products are absolutely awesome. The workmanship is beyond master craft. I have been a long range shooter and precision reloaded for over 20 years. When the Zero was released I knew I had to have one. I purchased the Zero with an extra head, die rings, Zero storage block. I could not be impressed more, what an awesome product. I wish I had ordered the Zero sooner.
James Chisom (verified owner) –
This press is a finely tuned beast!
Mihai Boc (verified owner) –
Top notch press. So glad I got this
Ernie Waldner (verified owner) –
press works good
Teofil Gieryn (verified owner) –
Absolute Quailty!!!!
ANTON P. (verified owner) –
Best press
Jeff Hall (verified owner) –
Couldn’t be happier
Lance north (verified owner) –
I’m a single stage press guy. When I first seen this press I quickly passed it over because of price and was used to one press, one die. After watching some videos and realizing what this press does I got rid of all my other presses. This thing is amazing!! Set the die and your done. Turn to next station and your done. With 9 holes I can do multiple calibers without removing dies. Awesome!!!
Berchman Ortego (verified owner) –
It’s the best of the best. A true beast should last forever.
Joseph Frederick (verified owner) –
Not yet able to use press but i can tell from years of previous loading there will not be buyers remorse.
THOMAS KOZAR (verified owner) –
Fantastic piece of equipment. Should have gotten it a long time ago.
John (verified owner) –
Solid, well built.
Ralph Hayden (verified owner) –
Would have been a 5 but too expensive
Daryl (verified owner) –
Everything is tight and precise, while also remaining remarkably smooth. This is one great press. I loaded 350 rounds my first time using it. No problems, no complaints.
Jan Cremers (verified owner) –
Wonderfull and super reliable!!
Mark (verified owner) –
Haven’t yet got to load on t this press but after watching for a few years the reviews I decided to jump over to a turret so I can leave my dies setup
Brian Clarke (verified owner) –
Works amazing could not be more happier with how it works. Wish I had the attachments to use the rail available on the back.
eliason.randy.50 –
I was told I might be the only shooter in town that has one.(pop 100k) This is an outstanding tool! Worth every dollar amount spent. Looking forward to getting the .308 sizing die. The customer service is awesome!
steve crutchfield (verified owner) –
I shoot competition benchrest. my shooting partner said, the only thing wrong with the press, was that it was at the wrong house : ) Great Press!!!!
Andy H. (verified owner) –
Its everyting you would expext from Ares 419. A real Professional piece of equiptment. A thing of beauty really, unbeleavably smooth to operate.
Lawson Smith (verified owner) –
See comments above.
Tony B. (verified owner) –
Haven’t got to use it yet but it’s Very nicely built.
Javier Gorguis (verified owner) –
Made in the USA love it
tim o. (verified owner) –
Absolutely love it super high-quality
Jason Wright (verified owner) –
This this is a tank…no detail overlooked…even down to the packaging. One can tell that every component was obsessed over and speaks to the personality type of those tangled up in precision reloading…in a respectful tip of the hat way.
James A. (verified owner) –
This is a piece of art
Lyle Koca (verified owner) –
This is an amazing piece of ART
RAY MENDENHALL (verified owner) –
best I have ever used, been reloading since 1991
Corey (verified owner) –
Amazing piece of precision reloading equipment! Have not used it yet but amazing quality!
Jeremy Walker (verified owner) –
Best press money can buy
Jacob J. (verified owner) –
Wow! What can you say about this press other than WOW! Very well thought out, built and packaged!
Benjamin (verified owner) –
This loader is rock solid and has Zero competition.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
The press is well built, it’s like a cinder block sitting on your bench. If you’re not sizing large cases (28 nosler up) I would recommend just getting a Herral’s turret press. It’s over priced for what it does.
Edward (verified owner) –
can you machine a bullet that mounts to the arca rail
as shown in picture?
Daniel Moua (verified owner) –
The only press you’ll ever need.
Donald D. (verified owner) –
Worth. every. penny.
Joshua Garcia (verified owner) –
Great product! After I got it mount to my bench I checked concentricity tolerances on my brass and precision on the ram at it’s raised position. Cycling it and applying pressure at its fully raised position and the dial caliper did not budge. Great product. Very happy with the results.
Joseph Stone (verified owner) –
Awesome!
Carl O. (verified owner) –
Works amazing smooth action and keeps working with no maintenance.
Patrick Martin (verified owner) –
This is the best of everything in the reloading arena. The quality very much reflects the pride in craftsmanship at Area 419. This press is everything I could want for precision reloading. Extreme quality! Excellent craftsmanship and customer experience.
PAUL PEREZ (verified owner) –
I mainly load for PRS and long-range precision hunting – so volume is secondary to consistency. This press is simply amazing. I have more mechanical leverage and yet retain the feel of an inline arbor press setup. I can load faster with high repeatability using Short Action Custom die.
The only thing I’d note is that there isn’t as much working room in between the ram and the press when extended all the way up say, when compared to single stage press. I had to change how I manipulate components but not a big deal.
Lastly, I noticed with depriming that sometimes primers won’t fall down the back chute and stay either at the top of press or fall off the side – no biggie since I’m thinking of dedicating an old single stage press for dedicated decapping. Don’t want all that primer dust munging things up on such a nice press.
Tim K. (verified owner) –
Great
Scott B. (verified owner) –
This press is solid and well built
Tim Barney (verified owner) –
Very happy with this purchase. I load a lot of ammo for various precision rifles and this is very accurate and repeatable.
James C. (verified owner) –
The best turret press on the market
Peter A. (verified owner) –
Unbelievable press, way less effort and way more consistent than my RCBS. Well worth the money
Chris Berry (verified owner) –
Amazing press
kevin l. (verified owner) –
too bad it only goes to 5!
Bruce McGaughey (verified owner) –
If you have a bit of OCD this is the only press to use. Add the Zero Modular Shellholder System and it just gets better!!
Jon Olson (verified owner) –
Amazing press.
Jackson G. (verified owner) –
A top notch tool from a great company. This thing is buttery smooth!
Jeremiah Thompson (verified owner) –
Great products, incredible quality but pricey.
James JUNDT (verified owner) –
this thing is the best money i have spent yet
Ted A. (verified owner) –
It’s very nice! Money well spent!
mitch lee (verified owner) –
I have presses, Hollywood Turret, Co-Ax, Dillons, even a Walnut Hill monster, the 419 is my favorite now!
Joseph J. (verified owner) –
Incredible machine.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Everything is great except the price
Steve H. (verified owner) –
wow – it’s a beast in a fairly compact package and inspires confidence- now if i can get the Modular Shellholder System, primers and powder i’ll be a happy camper
Wayne Mullen (verified owner) –
Unbelievable Bad Ass.
Daniel F. (verified owner) –
Byond I’m pressed with the press. Pictures and videos give it no justice, it’s truly a work of art.
Classious Smith (verified owner) –
Awesome quality equipment- the press is one bad a$$ unit .
Bradley (verified owner) –
The ZERO is everything they claim it to be. High quality workmanship and is a work of art. Well done AREA 419.
Donald L. (verified owner) –
Best Turret press on the market by a wide margin. Packaging is a work of art.
Shawn (verified owner) –
Amazing repeatability. Locks up solid as a rock. Super smooth. The biggest advantage is setting up dies and never having to touch them again
Anders Evason (verified owner) –
Insane rigidity and build quality. Cannot praise this press enough.
Larry Spencer (verified owner) –
Consistent precision and well built piece of kit. Well with the money.
Doc G’s Reloading (verified owner) –
I’ve been reloading single stage for over 20 years and this is by far the greatest advancement in presses or any other (useful) equipment in that time period. I reviewed it here on my YouTube channel as well as the Zero die rings:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqeT0Eva0s8
Please check out my detailed review on this fantastic press. If you’ve got the money and want just one press that will do everything with the greatest of precision, get this press–you won’t be disappointed.
Bonner (verified owner) –
Excellent. Smooth as a bikini models thigh!
Anthony S. (verified owner) –
Best press on the market today! This press is held to the highest standards and it is proven when you use it for the first time.
Jack (verified owner) –
Built like a tank, extremely smooth function.
Joe Hruby (verified owner) –
Absolutely amazing
Michael Durham (verified owner) –
Smooth as glass
albert m. (verified owner) –
The zero press exhibits excellent quality.
Raymond (verified owner) –
Easy to install and runs like no other press. Well worth the investment.
Steven G. (verified owner) –
Smooth as a gravy sandwich!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Press is awesome. Built like a tank and extremely smooth
ALİ CANTÜRK (verified owner) –
DISCLAIMER: This press throws other presses in the trash. Make sure you have this precision press before you spend money on other presses. It’s well worth its money. I would also like to thank the Area 419 family. Customer satisfaction is really at the forefront.
Daniel K. (verified owner) –
Currently the best quality press available on the market.
Tim (verified owner) –
Amazing quality and operates flawlessly. I have only just begun to put it to the test, but I am very impressed so far.
Robert F. (verified owner) –
Everything Area419 makes is superb spot-on high quality. This Press is no different. If you want the best then you find it here.
John P. (verified owner) –
I wanted a Zero Press since I first saw it in a video. I hadn’t viewed one in person so I hoped it lived up to the hype. There was several weeks lead time to ship but it was well worth the wait. The press far exceeds my expectations. Everything about it is beefy and designed to last. I like the locking turret head with zero play for reloading for my rifles. The press isn’t cheap but once you open the box you can understand why. The R&D that went into creating this press is evident. Even the shipping box is high end with stiff, solid foam. I am glad I bit the bullet, pun intended, and ordered it. I bought an extra turret head as well for future use. I highly recommend the Zero Press as an investment if you are really into reloading.
Daniel Henderson –
Awesome press! Sure beats the heck out of my Redding T7 press in terms of repeatability and stability. I love not having that silly spent primer tube hanging down between my legs anymore. On the Zero, I added some anti chafe tape to the sides and bottom of the spent primer tray. The tray now slides silently in and out, fits with a satisfying amount of friction and won’t ruin the beautiful finish. My only suggestion is perhaps Area419 could come up with a clever way to stow, store, hang the wrench that comes with zero die rings on the press somewhere.
Greg Wefel (verified owner) –
Easy to set up
Easy to use
Holds tolerance NUTS ON
LUV IT
Dmitrii Onishchenko (verified owner) –
The press is very good, you can use different dies, quickly switch to other calibers without additional setup of the press and dies.
Willis Vandenberg (verified owner) –
the best of the best
Thomas F. (verified owner) –
It is everything and more than every U-Tube video could say. It is super smooth and ultimately consistent with rock like stability. I have been reloading 48 years and this is my favorite press – by a long shot. This one will be one of my last reloading presses. I think I will wear out long before it ever will.
Edward (verified owner) –
There is no doubt as to the quality of the Zero Press – superior materials, engineering, and construction. It makes my other presses look like toys!
Andy O. (verified owner) –
Just as good as all the reviews.
Timothy B. (verified owner) –
Beautiful machine
MW Tulk (verified owner) –
The BEST I have ever worked with. I also have a RCBS Summit and this press blows it away. Truly a great product. I only have one issue I purchased an extra turret when I order my zero and need one more 7/8″ turret and they just can’t seem to get caught up enough to ship out one out. I also purchased the multiple die ring packs and they are also outstanding. Truly love the products from the funnel kit to the press every product has exceeded my expectations.
Brian Potter (verified owner) –
Best single stage press on the market. But once, cry once, if $$ are the issue.
Lawrence T. (verified owner) –
Perfection! I am building a bench jus for this. Pictures will follow. Thanks
Adam Johnston (verified owner) –
The Zero Press is impressive. The fit and finish are top notch. For rifle loading, I gladly retired my green and blue presses with the Zero. And the accessories (Big Dog mount, Zero rings, extra turret, and ARCA accessory tray are must-haves.
Oh powder and primers…wherefore art thou?
Robin Retzloff (verified owner) –
See above^
Jamie Jones (verified owner) –
Love it. Amazing product.
Bart (verified owner) –
Unequivocally the finest press made! Silky smooth action and very well made!
Gene Lindsay (verified owner) –
Nieer than most other presses. Easier to setup dies IMO. My first Turret type so it was a no brainer
Bruno H. (verified owner) –
simply an amazing product !! really happy with the press, the packaging is amazing, the looks of the press makes all my buddies here in France want one also 🙂 It does the job with style !!
David S. (verified owner) –
I’ve seen enough reloading equipment to know that it generally doesn’t elicit a visceral response, but the Zero is in a different league. It makes the industrial look artistic and I’d swear it was built by aliens. They nailed it.
joseph coffman (verified owner) –
Great product. Watching videos of what to pay attention to while Changing out the turret head and set up. Very easy and straightforward. Can’t wait to load with it now. Have to find powder.
Matthew Tulk (verified owner) –
Excellent product and just fun to use.
Roger Vinck (verified owner) –
So far, so good.
Felix Walter (verified owner) –
Smooth
Miguel (verified owner) –
It’s a piece of art well-balanced well engineer
Christopher J. (verified owner) –
I have come to expect quality products from Area 419 and the Zero was no different. From opening the box to setup, all I could say was WOW!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Perfect
Tom King (verified owner) –
I was told to expect a three month back log but received my Zero Press in three weeks. The versality of this press is AMAZING!! I was working on .45 ACP when I noticed I needed to load 4 more rounds of .223. I just spun the turret as everything was already set up and in place, worked on those 4 rounds and went right back to my .45 ACP project. 306 rounds of .284 win with less than 1/2 thousandth run out. I’ll take it!!
Derek B. (verified owner) –
Excellent press, very solid and zero play
Brandon Lehner (verified owner) –
Built like tank with none of the maintenance or hassle at the DMV.
Todd Van Dyke (verified owner) –
This press is rock solid. No deflections, rattles or slop. It has aided me in producing ammunition with absolute lowest deviations in concentricity.
Josh V. (verified owner) –
Wish I would have bought one sooner. Excellent press and well made!
Vincent (verified owner) –
All the major-name-brand-press manufactures make reasonable products within an acceptable price range. These presses will get the job done within acceptable metrics of performance, for most re-loaders. The ZERO, at $1200 retail, simply is not within the framework of the current paradigm. The QUALITY hits you in the face as soon as you open that box it ships in and does not disappoint from there. You can feel it as soon as the ram is moved. This press does not have the standard $50 worth of engineering in it like the ones we have lived with for decades. YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR AND THIS DELIEVERS IN SPADES. This company did not hype anything. WORTH EVERY DOLLAR SPENT.
John Courtney (verified owner) –
Works great as promised
Robert H. (verified owner) –
Smooth easy to use press. Once the dies are set up, sizing and bullet seating are fun once again. As a man with “White” hair, this press is a joy to use.
Roger Thedens (verified owner) –
Very nice
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Wow. I knew it was gonna be stellar but it was more than I expected. Can’t wait to pump some rounds out with this press.
Shane Douglas (verified owner) –
The Zero is a work of art and I absolutely love my new press!
Brian Smith (verified owner) –
Work or machined Art
John K. (verified owner) –
By far the highest quality press I own , everything has a small learning curve , and things we are not used to , but I have been recommending this heavily to my friends after I used it a bit
Martin STRATMAN (verified owner) –
No complaints
Robert (verified owner) –
Great machine!
paul (verified owner) –
Outstanding piece of equipment!
Brian (verified owner) –
Awesome piece of equipment. No more resetting dies for my precision calibers.
Charles Smith (verified owner) –
Very high quality.
KEVIN (verified owner) –
Pictures and video’s don’t do it justice. A true work of art. I am happy I spent the extra $ over other available options out there. Now it’s time to get some of the cool accessories and start upgrading it.
Kenneth Longo (verified owner) –
Great all around.
Joseph Lapierre (verified owner) –
I’ve had this press for about a month now and, as you’d expect from any Area 419 product, it is nothing short of amazing. You can tell every detail and feature of the press was carefully thought out and perfectly executed. You get what you pay for. Well worth the money and the wait if you are someone who demands nothing but perfection from your reloading equipment.
James Nier (verified owner) –
great product
Luciano Dias (verified owner) –
Very good finish and quality
Thomas (verified owner) –
Started using the 419 Reloading Press a few weeks ago. It has met my expectations completely. I confirmed its performance and repeatability during shoulder bump and jump settings between rounds. Highly recommended.
Robert W. (verified owner) –
I read everything that I could find regarding the ZERO Reloading Press, and I thought I knew what I was getting. But, when it arrived, I was shocked with the quality and smoothness and weight. It definitely exceeded my expectations. It works great and looks even better.
Ivan (verified owner) –
High tech piece of equipment and is smooth as butter to operate
Brandon (verified owner) –
Holee Molee…This is the most impressive press I’ve ever had my hands on. About fifteen years ago I settled on a series of single-stage Redding presses for my setup, and five years ago added a turret press. The Zero Press is the One-Ring…it rules them all. The action is so slick and smooth, the tolerances so tight. This press is built like a benchrest action. So impressive.
David Watts (verified owner) –
WOW! spectacular press.
Will H. (verified owner) –
So far everything is turning out perfect!
Richard (verified owner) –
Best there is…what else can be said?
wilfau –
It all happened so rapidly. Last week l saw the ZERO on a favorite supplier’s web site – one of those: -We think you might be interested in this- kind of things. The next thing I knew, I ordered it and it arrived a few days ago. I am enjoying it. There is a measurable increase in consistency from the press I was using before.
Upon my return home from work today I see a nice review in my Handloader magazine.
Thanks for making this wonderful press!
Stephen D. (verified owner) –
Buttery sooth movement and rock solid press.
ERIC ALLREAD (verified owner) –
Just getting started but the quality is excellent.
Mark Hohenberger (verified owner) –
It was worth the wait and so far worth the money
Patrick Paquette (verified owner) –
I love the press, it is simple to use it is rugged there is no flexing in this press that I have noticed. It is a pleasure seating bullets it seems much more accurate because I’m getting no flex. The area 419 crew are great to deal with. When You have a question they are very prompt in answering. Everything I have bought from area 419 is high quality and I’m very pleased with it.
Shawn P. (verified owner) –
Beyond impressed with this press. Highly recommend!!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Best press out there. Lives up to the hype.
Richard Boyle (verified owner) –
Absolutely a beauty!! The nine station turret head is a delight to work with and is complemented by the smoothest reloader I have ever touched. This press is a bargain.
James R. (verified owner) –
have had it 2 weeks and am very impressed with the workmanship
GENE P. (verified owner) –
This press SCREAMS tight tolerances – right down to the mounting plate allen head screws. The action is butter smooth and solid as a rock. Looking forward to a lifetime of precision reloading!
Buti Saeed (verified owner) –
The press 5 star and it’s really press if you don’t tested you will never know and the good thing no need to change Dies all time with the setup ..many thank to Area 419
James Tatum-Delacruz (verified owner) –
Haven’t exactly used the press since it was the first item I bought to get into hand loading. But I for sure appreciate the engineering that went into this press.. can’t blame the press if it’s the best on the market.
Vonnie (verified owner) –
When I opened the package, it was MAGNIFICENT! Video and photos do not do it justice. The press is an unbelievable work of art! It is incredibly smooth and so far nearly zero runout on my reloads! I just wish the extra Zero turret press was in stock. Concentricity, Accuracy Thumbs up!
Benjamin W. (verified owner) –
This press is a work of art, super solid and amazingly smooth.
Roger Veth (verified owner) –
All I can say is WOW! I’ve been reloading since 1968 and have used too many presses to even remember, well over a dozen. I was a member of the NBRSA and shot competitively in the mid 70’s and I still shoot in local competitions, so I appreciate excellent reloading equipment. Over the years it seems like there have been major improvements to almost all of the equipment with the exception of the press itself. Sure some are better than others, but until I tried the Zero Press I didn’t appreciate accurate and advanced a reloading press could be. If I took a lot of time setting up both my neck sizing and bullet seating dies, I could get within .001 runout on both the case and the seated bullet. Not bad, but once I setup my dies in the Zero Press the runout went down to .0005!!!! Plus I can leave them setup in the turret, so I don’t have to go through the process every time. The only system that even comes close is using an L.E. Wilson bullet seating die and a K&M Precision Arbor Press which really slows down the process.
One last item is the beautiful packaging you do on everything I’ve purchased so far. Please keep up the excellent work and keep developing innovative products.
You have made me a lifelong customer, I only wish you were around when I first started reloading!
George (verified owner) –
Worth the money
Robert D. (verified owner) –
Absolutely awesome press for sure!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
All the hype,, and some. Awesome product
DAVID (verified owner) –
Used a few times. Pretty smooth operation and even the handle is on bearings. Have to see in person and use it to appreciate the quality!! Have to wait and see how it holds up over the years.
Keith W. (verified owner) –
Pictures do no justice to this press, waiting on new dies, so I will give a better review when I put it action.
Sebastian F. (verified owner) –
Not sure what I can say that hasn’t been said by folks much more reputable than me; but this thing puts a smile on my face every time I use it. You have to experience it but it’s that good and worth every penny.
Garrett (verified owner) –
I will start out by admitting that I was skeptical when the Zero was released. The attention to every little detail on this press is amazing. The consistency in my sizing and seating operations has improved and I feel like I’m not chasing my tail anymore. I would definitely recommend a Zero Press to friends.
kevin (verified owner) –
This is one Awesome Press! A joy to use. The rockchucker sitting next to it looks like it belongs in an antique shop.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Zero press is exactly as expected; smooth operation with no noticeable movement / wiggle. I look forward to using.
Arthur Tarola (verified owner) –
I appreciate the time and effort that the folks at Area 419 put into this high precision reloading press. Their efforts yielded a highly repeatable and user friendly product that is a joy to use.
Mike R. (verified owner) –
Awesome press!! Setup was quick and easy. Already delivering awesome ammo!!
Michael Klan (verified owner) –
I have not seen a better press and I have a german Präzipress as well. What I would like is a small bracket or lever for turning the plate
John –
Absolutely love my Zero. I’ve loaded on a Co-Ax, arbor presses and several Dillon’s all for precision ammunition but this was love and first feel. Something about it just feels ‘right’ and you won’t understand until you try one. I love using this so much I actually sold my entire Dillon 750 setup and this is now my only press for everything I do.
Bradley Schwaiger (verified owner) –
First off I am still just starting out reloading. Its something I have wanted to get into for a long time, and I have been looking at a turret press for a while just because I could leave my dies setup long term I only reload a few calibers anyway. I’m really happy at how smooth the zero is I have beat up joints so its really nice. I wish it was quicker to change positions but I like how repeatable this system is so I can live with the rotation the way it is. My only real gripe Is I had to grind down the head of one of the supplied bolts so I could put the primer catch tray in. My guess is that will get fixed and subsequent iterations wont have that problem. The last thing I like is leverage this thing has a ton of leverage so I know I pushed hard enough to resize brass, no guessing here.
robert defalco (verified owner) –
products of the highest quality this press is a monster best ive ever used
Adam Z. (verified owner) –
Well worth the money and the wait! Area 419 has really out done themselves.. Top notch on fit and finish! The Zero is so smooth with no play in the linkage…Hands down the best reloading press on the market.. Thanks again Area 419 Team!
Wayne F. (verified owner) –
This is the level of precision I was hoping for. Absolutely the best. If you can afford it don’t hesitate, you will not be disappointed.
Ernie L. (verified owner) –
Very well build. The attention to detail was what caught my eye.
RON O. (verified owner) –
The name says it all, zero presses can match this press.
Dan Jarecke (verified owner) –
This press has the lowest runout of any that I’ve owned from Forster or RCBS. This press is on another level and is worth the money.
Michael M. (verified owner) –
The Zero arrived and was immediately installed on the Big Dog Steel mount. In 54 years of metallic reloading, the Zero is the smoothest press I’ve ever used. Repeatability and consistency is superb… it’s truly a product of state of the art CNC machining.
Paul Cross (verified owner) –
Love it
Mark Hanson (verified owner) –
I don’t like drilling holes in my bench, so when the guys at Area 419 sent me the bolt hole pattern, I was able to create my own mount. The press works great!
Anthony Hughes (verified owner) –
It is a remarkable interpretation of an older technology. It takes the covenience of a rotary press and turns it into a precision machine with NO loss of tollerance. It is so smooth and precise, it makes reloading enjoyable. I am very pleased with my purchase. Yes it was expensive, but now it is paid for, and I can enjoy it for years to come.
Kevin C. (verified owner) –
Would totally purchase again. Very happy to have ordered when I did. It made a great Christmas 🎁 present to have under the🎄tree. Felt like a little kid on Christmas.
The Zero is very robust, precise and pleasant on the eyes 👀. I’ve got mine mounted on the Big Dog Steel base. Can’t wait to see what other accessories are developed that can be added alongside. Now I just need to clean my bench, the never ending battle, lol.
Brandon Smith (verified owner) –
Amazing machine. Incredible how smoothly it operates. Excited to start using it
Justin M. (verified owner) –
Amazing quality and precision
David Mitchell (verified owner) –
This press is amazing! The pictures don’t do this beauty justice at all, it’s this giant gorgeous press. The tolerances I am getting from sizing and seating was absolutely perfect. This press is second to none!
Chase Christensen (verified owner) –
Best press on the market. Being able to swap back and forth between dies with 100% repeatability is worth it to me. Comparing the ZERO to other presses is like comparing a custom action to a factory action.
Herman Potgieter (verified owner) –
I am from South Africa and have an engineering and manufacturing company. I ordered with the initial launch and was very impatient in waiting. It was so worth the wait. The craftsmanship, quality and engineering is superb which is probably an understatement. Setting up for the first batch of loading was a breeze. The press is everything advertised and more. Some people complain about the price but I am guessing they do not have experience with new product development and costs associated with it nor the costs involved in the zero press. In the end you get what you pay for. I have various Dillon presses, all great but quality cannot be compared. Congratulations with this awesome product, definitely recommended to any reloader who appreciates precision and quality. Thank you guys, looking forward to the accessories.
Leroy Brace (verified owner) –
I’ve been reloading for 30yrs with many different reloading presses. The ZERO is without a doubt the finest press I’ve used to date. The price of entry is high and not for everyone BUT if you have the funds you will not be disappointed. Its a masterful piece of engineering with tolerances second to none. I’ve spent more on 1K pieces of brass which only last a shooting season, this press should last a life time. I’m very happy with my purchase.
jellison (verified owner) –
Very satisfied, design and build quality is superb! It is one of those things that is just a pure pleasure to use.
Brian Allen (verified owner) –
Simply unbelievable.
Zero slack
Same quality as I always expect from you guys! I had 3 press on my bench now only 1!
Stephen Goldsmith (verified owner) –
As per usual Area419 have hit this one out of the park. Precision most of us only dream of (or never even considered could be possible). Ergonomic and well thought out features and even bubble wrap in the box to keep my two year old entertained while played with my new toy. Is it worth it I heard you say. Well I expect to use it for the rest of my life and then probably my son will use it for the duration of his. I seriously doubt I’ll need it serviced ever and am confident that no other press can get close to the quality and precision. I’m happy to pay for my Giraud, AMP and V3 auto trickler what would be the point in running all those precision instruments without the press. Waiting with baited breath for the accessories for the press to be released I’m sure there will be things I didn’t know I needed I simply must have.
Kaiser Kustoms (verified owner) –
Worth of every single Dollar! Perfect! Wonderful! A masterpiece!
Doug P. (verified owner) –
What an awesome product… It is nothing less than amazing, so smooth and effortless. Just opening the box you could see the quality and the craftsmanship of this product before you even pulled the handle. It’s so nice when you make a decision to buy a first run product that hasn’t even been out for any real reviews and when it arrives you have no regrets even before you try it for the first time. It’s one of those things that when using it it just amazes you how solid it is and how there is virtually Zero play in any of its components. I am so glad that I pulled the trigger and got one of the first Zeros before they set the new standard to shoot for in the reloading press world.
Wes (verified owner) –
I’m not sure why it took somebody so long to make a truly precision machined press, but I’m glad 419 finally did it for us. This press is something special that’s been designed and manufactured to tightest of tolerances you won’t find with Forester, RCBS, Redding, Dillon, etc. This is my 5th press to add to my reloading bench replacing my current precision king, the Forester Co-Ax.
Measuring runout with a 21st Centrury tool on loaded Berger VLD bullets, I’m seeing about half the runout I was seeing with the Co-Ax.
Is it worth it? I guess that’s subjective. I got the same question from people with I bought the AMP annealer. It’s expensive, but you get what you pay for. And just like the AMP, if the Zero was stolen today, I’d buy another Zero tomorrow.
If you’re going to precision reload, then buy a precision reloading tool. Remove the variables in your equation and you’ll get better results. Will it make you shooter tighter groups? Maybe not, but you’ll know that it’s not your equipment holding you back.
It’s the best press money can buy, no contest.
Buy once, cry once!
Perry Wood (verified owner) –
I am really ticked off that I had to wait 77 years to get a reloading press as good as this one. This press is certainly worth the wait and the money. My current reloads have their ES in mid single digit range, with this press maybe I can do better.
Thomas Hogue (verified owner) –
I pre ordered the Zero and received one of the first shipments and all I can say is WOW. I have a Forster Co-Ax, Dillon 750 and a RCBS Rock Chucker and you simply cannot compare the craftsmanship of the Zero press. If you are chasing precision or someone who believes in “buy once, cry once” this is an exceptional piece of equipment!
Anthony Graham (verified owner) –
Great piece of machinery. Most stable press I have ever used. Smooth as butter and no wobble when using. Engineering at its finest. Zero is defiantly worth the money. Buy the best first and forget about the rest.
kdrumie (verified owner) –
Very impressed with this press. Yes it is expensive but this is a buy once cry once thing. If you get this press you won’t ever need another.
Peter R. Ricci (verified owner) –
Best reloading press on market but will replace my rockchucker and my other turret press. Big enough to hold all my resizing dies. Second top was order and the ease to change the top is awesome and no extra movement when resizing . Small thing but love the tray that catches the small primers.
Maksim (verified owner) –
I loved my Redding t7 for its turret head, than I moved to German Prazipress and loved it for its precision and smooth run. Now I have everything I used to love in one Zero press. Turret head, precise, smooth, super built. Guess what I love now.
Joseph Musso (verified owner) –
This has to be the nicest press I’ve ever used.
The fit and finish on this press is unbelievable. If you use quality dies your concentricity level will be next to nothing. I think this is the future of reloading presses. The Area 419 team knocked it out of the park again.
Keith Maggard (verified owner) –
The ZERO is a great example of American high quality engineering..design & craftsmanship. I have ZERO regrets for the purchase and would highly recommend to anyone that’s considering one.
Mike Burdis (verified owner) –
I’ve been thoroughly impressed with the Zero since it has arrived. There is no slop anywhere in the system. Fit and finish is absolutely top notch. I’ve yet to shoot ammo loaded with the Zero yet, but I’ve been able to compare measurements on loaded ammo versus my other press. The ES has been cut in half on all measurements taken, so I can assume velocity spreads and accuracy will replicate this consistency. Something. I wasn’t expecting was the comfort while using the press. After many hours in front of it, there’s less fatigue and far less effort using this press compared to my other one. Would recommend this press 10/10. Another home run from the Area 419 team!
DJ Calloway –
Well worth the money. Very tight tolerances, super smooth operation. There isn’t any play in the linkage, and the bearings in the linkage make it smooth and can feel any change in pressure while sizing or seating. Lives up to the name “zero”. Zero adjustments need to be made when switching back and forth between dies/calibers once you’ve set them up.