Best dies for a 270 wsm?

[Richracer1]

All flr's do......

So If I use a FL die they will get crimped regardless?

No, the sizer dies doesn't crimp anything. The die set POP linked has a roll crimp feature built in with the seater die. This isn't needed for your WSM. Most brands will sell a separate crimp die if you absolutely need one, and are shooting bullets with a cannelure.

 

[SakoSteve270wsm]

Right the seater die...what Richracer1 said .....teach me for not reading closer.

 

[Guest]

Thanks for clearing that up for me :grin: You guys Rock 8)

 

[Guest]

Will other brand dies work with Forester Co-ax press? I was looking on MidwayUSA and Forester doesn't have any 270wsm Dies, only have 270 Win.

 

[SakoSteve270wsm]

Just order them from Forester.

http://www.forsterproducts.com/

 

[Guest]

I guess Midway just dont carry them. Thanks

 

[Guest]

What is a Bushing Bump Die used for and would I need one?

http://www.forsterproducts.com/Pages/precision_dies.htm

 

[Guest]

SakoSteve, I looked at Forster website and they do not list a Neck sizing die for WSM. Do WSM's have to be full length sized every time?

 

[SakoSteve270wsm]

They have a neck die for the 270WSM....part# 006541 .They also have sets with a neck sizer and seating die.

http://www.forsterproducts.com/store/detail.aspx?ID=25

BTW on a hunting rifle I would use a FL die and bump back the shoulder a little.It doesn't take much grit/dirt on a necked size case to keep it from chambering.And on a typical hunting rifle I don't think you will see any more accuracy with neck sizing.Just MHO.

 

[Guest]

:? I was looking at a selection chart and it just had a dash under neck dies for WSM. If I FL size every time how many firings can I expect to get out of the brass?

What do you think about this die? It sizes the neck and bumps the shoulder back at the same time.http://www.forsterproducts.com/Pages/precision_dies.htm

Sorry for asking so many questions guys. Just trying to learn.

 

[SakoSteve270wsm]

If your rifle has a sloppy chamber FL sizing can reduce case life.But when you just bump the shoulder back a few thousanths your not working the brass much and you should have long case life.

I have no experience with the Forester Bushing Bump Sizing Die,but it looks like maybe the best of both worlds.

 

[DrMike]

270WSM,

Most of your questions will be answered when you get your hands on a set of dies and actually press some brass. While it may appear intimidating at first to think about handloading, the process is relatively simple. It is sometimes more difficult to describe what is going on than it is to do it. Get a set of dies (they are actually a bargain regardless of who manufactures them), a kit, some powder and a small selection of bullets and test the water. Apply a bit of common sense and follow the instructions provided in any reputable manual (or from the various web sites of bullet and/or powder manufacturers) and you will do fine.