I generally have good luck with Lee dies as well. I have several sets in different calibers and have had no problems. That is partly why this particular problem is so puzzling. Thanks for the info, I had been looking at a Redding die on MidwayUSA. Anyone know if this decapping pin is...
I agree with the trim to length being a guideline only. I think the true issue is with the basic design of the Lee sizing die. The decapping rod is a fixed length; shaped much like a nail. It has no length adjustment and is simply held in place by a screw on cap assembly. I believe some of...
That does sound reasonable. My next problem that occurs as a direct result of the "shortening" is now the cases are too short and the neck isn't being properly resized. I am using a Lee neck sizing die and the case isn't extending up into the die far enough to fully engage the collet. This...
OK-- I have an odd one. I am reloading 280 Remington. The rifle is a stock Remington 700 Mountain rifle with stainless action and barrel. I am using new and once fired Remington brass. The load consists of 140 gr. Accubond pushed by 56 grains of RL19. My problem is the case measure SHORTER...