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Posted: 10/15/2016 11:42:52 PM EDT
[Last Edit: VooDoo3dfx]
I was looking at Redding Type S Match Bushing 2-Die Set 6.5 Creedmoor for a match quality die set.
Any thoughts? |
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Posted: 10/16/2016 12:30:04 AM EDT
[Last Edit: MemeWarfare]
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Originally Posted By VooDoo3dfx:
I was looking at Redding Type S Match Bushing 2-Die Set 6.5 Creedmoor for a match quality die set. Any thoughts? I tried my first set this year. For max-accuracy work I don't ever plan to go back to anything else. Ever*. * Well, unless I try custom built arbor-press dies at some point. |
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Posted: 10/16/2016 12:34:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By airsix:
I tried my first set this year. For max-accuracy work I don't ever plan to go back to anything else. Ever*. * Well, unless I try custom built arbor-press dies at some point. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By airsix:
Originally Posted By VooDoo3dfx:
I was looking at Redding Type S Match Bushing 2-Die Set 6.5 Creedmoor for a match quality die set. Any thoughts? I tried my first set this year. For max-accuracy work I don't ever plan to go back to anything else. Ever*. * Well, unless I try custom built arbor-press dies at some point. Er, what? You tried this as your first set? Not quite sure what you are saying. 
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Posted: 10/20/2016 7:18:24 PM EDT
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Shameless bump.
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Posted: 10/26/2016 9:26:50 AM EDT
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i don't own that caliber but in the past i do buy redding comp seater dies and usually the FL die set
that would be the next step up to what i do and should be everything you need. |
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Posted: 10/28/2016 4:03:44 PM EDT
[#5]
Originally Posted By VooDoo3dfx:
I was looking at Redding Type S Match Bushing 2-Die Set 6.5 Creedmoor for a match quality die set. Any thoughts? I have the 3 die set using the .289 bushing, gtg. |
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Posted: 10/30/2016 4:37:38 PM EDT
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To go on the less expensive options for bushing die set up.
Buy the Redding Type S FL Sizer and the Forster Ultra Micrometer Seater Die. Save some coin. Rumor suggests that Forster will soon have their bump die and kit in 6.5 Creedmoor. |
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Posted: 10/31/2016 11:42:32 PM EDT
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These and Forster Micrometer Seating die are the way to go.
I use Forster MSD for my .260 Rem. |
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Posted: 12/3/2018 12:35:05 PM EDT
[#8]
What size bushing did you get to start with?
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Posted: 12/3/2018 6:38:16 PM EDT
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I use the Redding Comp dies, but I do separate shoulder bump die and neck bushing die...specifically because I prefer one operation at a time..II think it makes it easier to control quality on precision brass prep....I do use a comp Forester seating die as well as a Sinclair mandrel die for final neck tension...
All the dies for one round...  Attached File1) RRCBS universal de-primer 2)Redding bump die 3)Redding neck bush die 4)Sinclair mandrel die 5)Forester seating die |
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Posted: 12/3/2018 6:46:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Ironmaker:
What size bushing did you get to start with? In my case bullet(.308") + neck thickness twice (.0145" + .0145"= .029") minus .002" for neck tension(.002"). (.308" +.029") = (.337" - .002") = .335" neck bushing..I have .337", .336", .335", .334", .333", and .332" bushings... |
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Posted: 12/3/2018 7:07:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AKSnowRider:
Measure a loaded round at the center of the neck, subtract .002" and that is the bushing....you will need to measure for every lot/brand of brass with the bullet you plan to load...I have 6 bushings for my precision stuff so I can match up to any brass/bullet combo plus I can vary tension at will if needed... In my case bullet(.308") + neck thickness twice (.0145" + .0145"= .029") minus .002" for neck tension(.002"). (.308" +.029") = (.337" - .002") = .335" neck bushing..I have .337", .336", .335", .334", .333", and .332" bushings... |
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Posted: 12/3/2018 7:22:35 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By GMZ: I have the 3 die set using the .289 bushing, gtg. |
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Posted: 12/3/2018 9:07:35 PM EDT
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I measured the factory ammo of the brass I’ll be reloading (Norma), nominal neck is 0.292”
I will also be loading some once fired Hornady for practice loads, what’s the nominal neck of Hornady 6.5 CM? |
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Posted: 12/5/2018 11:06:50 PM EDT
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Redding makes great dies, I've actually started getting the Hornady match bushing dies and they are fantastic and super smooth.
You can't go wrong with either. |
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Posted: 12/7/2018 12:58:15 AM EDT
[Last Edit: drfroglegs]
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I would either get the 3 die set with the neck sizing/bushing die, body die and seating die or I would get a two die set that is a FL die (can be bushing too if you want) and the seating die.
At some point even shooting bolt action you are going to have to resize the body. Ive seen more and more people switching back to FL dies lately, myself included. I think as long as you anneal every firing or two, the benefits of having every case resized exactly the same outweighs the potential downside of a shorter brass life. I went with the Redding ultimate hunter set. It's a hell of a deal and comes with a FL sizing die and the competition seating die. I replaced the sizing button with the carbide free floated button that improves concentricity (free floated) and doesn't require lube in the neck (carbide). I think it's the best die set on the market right now if you ask me. https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1018233799/redding-master-hunter-2-die-set https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1012424426/redding-carbide-size-button-kit |
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Posted: 5/27/2019 9:41:35 PM EDT
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Bit of a necro, but life took over awhile ago and I never got around to even dropping off my rifle for a conversion.
Doing it tomorrow. Hand loading comes soon... |
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Posted: 5/28/2019 5:56:39 PM EDT
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The Master Hunter comes with a carbide expander button.
Unless you bought an older stock set. |
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Posted: 6/1/2019 6:58:00 PM EDT
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I went with the Redding Competition 3 die set, with bushing neck sizer, body sized and Competition seater.
It works GREAT. Flat out, no hassle, loads to great accuracy for my bolt gun. Quality Redding Dies are worth the $$ and the Type S is very high quality. |
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Posted: 5/11/2020 11:09:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By rn22723: The Master Hunter comes with a carbide expander button. Unless you bought an older stock set. Will this work on an RCBS? And could not find a price, any idea? |
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Posted: 5/20/2020 11:01:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: scatterbrains]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By VooDoo3dfx: Bit of a necro, but life took over awhile ago and I never got around to even dropping off my rifle for a conversion. Doing it tomorrow. Hand loading comes soon... Hit me up when ya start I'm local to ya can help as needed |
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Posted: 5/23/2020 6:50:45 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By VooDoo3dfx: I was looking at Redding Type S Match Bushing 2-Die Set 6.5 Creedmoor for a match quality die set. Any thoughts? I've used dillon, basic rcbs and now Redding dies. They're not cheap but they are worth it. I started with 6.5 and now going to do .223. Buy once, cry once. Definitely worth it. |
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