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Here is an example of a little first variation Ideal #1 tool in 32 XL.

  • Overall length of 6 3/4"

  • Bullet mold present

  • Recapper next to the bullet mold

  • No bullet sizer

  • Offered in 22 caliber to 38 caliber rifle cartridges and in 32 and 38 caliber pistol cartridges

  • Produced 1885 and 1886 with first year production examples stamped with manufacturer's name and patent date stamped on the same side


Ideal first variant #1 tool in 32Ex L