Yep, I did notice that they were BR, also knew that they were super doopa Bench rest primers but no ordinary CCI 400 in stock or liable to be in stock for some time.

The CCI 400 are, when they are in stock £45- per 1000, CCI BR are £50- per 1000

So it was a case of them or nothing

Many thanks for the info on other primer makes, looks like it's CCI or nothing.

How about what price you are paying for CCI primers in your area?