The Hornady Lock-N-Load Deluxe Die Wrench (Hornady part no. 396495) is a metal, multi-caliber tool built to hold a press’s shell plate steady while changing plates or tightening the main press screw. Beyond that core function, it also adjusts the tightness of the spindle lock and lock rings, and can tighten or loosen die flats without hunting down a separate wrench for each job. Reloaders running progressive presses use this single tool to cover several routine maintenance tasks that would otherwise require a mismatched set of pliers or improvised tools.

Key Specifications

• Multi-caliber compatibility, not limited to one press setup.
• Holds the shell plate steady during plate changes.
• Holds the shell plate steady while tightening the main press screw.
• Adjusts spindle lock tightness.
• Adjusts lock ring tightness.
• Tightens or loosens die flats.
• Constructed from metal for durability on the bench.
• Ships at approximately 0.2188 lb.
• Sold individually, one wrench per package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this die wrench actually do? It holds the shell plate steady during plate changes, adjusts spindle lock and lock ring tightness, and tightens or loosens die flats.

Is this wrench limited to one caliber setup? No, it is a multi-caliber tool usable across different press configurations.

Buy the Hornady Lock-N-Load Deluxe Die Wrench

Keep one tool on the bench for shell plate changes, spindle lock adjustments, and die flat work. Order from Hornady through our reloading equipment lineup, with fast shipping from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop.