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Posted: 9/2/2014 11:37:25 AM EDT
Dumb question, I picked up a 9mm revolver, and want to start gathering reloading dies for this  caliber. However I cannot find if the 9mm Luger die set I have from dillon is the same used for the revolver. Any help is appreciated, or even if you can point me in the right direction so I can do some research.
Thanks!
Link Posted: 9/2/2014 12:04:10 PM EDT
[#1]
I reload 9mm on a Hornady and I use the same dies for semi-auto or revolver including the taper crimp die.
 
Link Posted: 9/2/2014 2:17:26 PM EDT
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I reload 9mm on a Hornady and I use the same dies for semi-auto or revolver including the taper crimp die.  
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Thanks, I was not sure if they were the same. I appreciate the help!
Link Posted: 9/2/2014 2:32:40 PM EDT
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IIRC 9mm revolvers head space off the case mouth, just like in a 9mm auto chamber, so you'll load them the same as you would normally for an auto.



You may have to adjust your load recipe a bit depending on your needs since shooting the same loads out of a revolver and auto will likely result in different FPS data, if that sort of thing is important to you (such as for making power factor in competition, etc.).
Link Posted: 9/2/2014 2:47:40 PM EDT
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Is this a 9mm Luger, or the oddball 9mm Federal?

If it uses moon clips (most do) it will headspace off the clip, but the cylinder will be cut properly for a 9mm. The nice thing about 9mm revolvers is that it is easier to load heavy projectiles, because you are not limited by magazine length.

I have a 9mm SP101 and love the thing to death. I know several people who have converted theirs to 9x23 Winchester. The space allows them to simply ream the cylinder.
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