Is the Redding #17 Shellholder compatible with standard rimless .45 ACP brass?

No. The Redding #17 Shellholder (Part #11017) is specifically engineered for the thick rim geometry of the .45 Auto Rim cartridge, featuring a .516 inch nominal rim diameter and .090 inch thickness. Rimless .45 ACP cases will not engage correctly and require Redding Shellholder #1 instead.

Which reloading presses will accept the Redding #11017 shellholder?

This shellholder features a standard universal snap-in press-ram design with an exterior knurled ring. It is fully compatible with single-stage and turret reloading presses from major manufacturers like Redding, RCBS, Hornady, Lee Precision, and Lyman that accept standard slotted shellholders. However, it is not compatible with proprietary collet-jaw presses such as the Forster Co-Ax.

Does this mechanical reloading accessory require any electrical compliance certification for Australian use?

No. As a purely manual, heat-treated alloy steel reloading press accessory, it requires no mains power, internal batteries, or electrical compliance certifications such as RCM or SAA approvals under Australian regulations.

How do the physical design features assist during high-volume reloading sessions?

The shellholder features an E-Z Feed tapered mouth opening that promotes smooth, jam-free brass insertion and removal during high-volume reloading runs. Additionally, the exterior knurled perimeter allows operators to easily seat, align, and remove the shellholder from the press ram even when handling oily or gloved fingers.

Redding 11017 Shellholder - Redding 11017

The Redding E-Z Feed Shellholder #17 (Part #11017) is a precision-machined press tool designed to secure .45 Auto Rim cartridge cases during metallic reloading operations. Built from heat-treated alloy steel, it holds cases firmly aligned through decapping, full-length resizing, expanding, priming, and bullet seating. Featuring Redding's E-Z Feed tapered mouth opening, it allows smooth, jam-free brass entry and extraction. While historically grouped under .45-calibre listings, this shellholder is specifically engineered for the unique rim dimensions of the .45 Auto Rim revolver cartridge, distinguishing it from standard rimless .45 ACP tools.

Key Features

Cartridge-Specific Rim Geometry: Precision-cut to fit the .516 inch nominal rim diameter and .090 inch rim thickness of .45 Auto Rim brass cases.
E-Z Feed Tapered Entry: Radiused entry mouth allows smooth, rapid case insertion and removal during repetitive reloading runs.
Universal Snap-In Compatibility: Standard slotted lug base fits single-stage and turret press rams from major reloading press manufacturers.
Knurled Outer Profile: Textured exterior ring provides a positive grip for quick tool changes and alignment, even with oily or gloved fingers.
Heat-Treated Alloy Steel: Machined steel construction withstands high extraction and resizing pressures without deforming or cracking case rims.

Specifications

Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 11017
Shellholder Number: #17
Calibre Compatibility: .45 Auto Rim
Case Rim Capacity: .516 in (nominal diameter) × .090 in (thickness)
Material: Heat-treated, machined alloy steel
Profile Dimensions: Approximately 25 mm diameter × 15 mm height
Weight: Approximately 25 g to 40 g
Press Compatibility: Universal standard slotted press-ram design

Who is the Redding #17 Shellholder for?

Australian IPSC, ICORE, and Cowboy Action Revolver Competitors — Secures .45 Auto Rim brass featuring a .516 inch nominal rim diameter, allowing revolver shooters to reload rimmed cases for .45-calibre revolvers without requiring moon clips.
Handloaders Using Standard Single-Stage and Turret Presses — Provides a precision-machined snap-in shellholder interface measuring approximately 25 mm in diameter with a standard mounting lug that fits slotted press rams across various reloading press platforms.

Less suitable for: Handloaders reloading standard rimless .45 ACP ammunition, which will slip through this shellholder's .516 inch rim opening and requires a standard rimless #1 shellholder; shooters using proprietary collet-jaw presses such as the Forster Co-Ax; or users requiring flat, non-lugged shellholders for dedicated hand-priming tools.

SKU	RD41451LP
Model #	11017
Brand	Redding
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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