Reloading dies

[runtohunt]

Today, I purchased a .280 AI from Nosler. I have always used RCBS dies, but I am contemplating purchasing a different brand to possibly help make more accurate ammunition. I have been unable to locate Forester dies in the the 280 AI. I saw a couple of different sites advertising Redding dies and I remember reading favorable mention of the dies in previous posts.

I am not sure of which set/type of dies to purchase. I saw a competition three die set for a little over $200. Is it worth it? How many of you neck size only? Does a person need a micrometer adjustment at the top of the die? I am not apposed to paying extra money for quality. I just want to get the most "bang" for my buck.

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you

 

[DrMike]

Forster doesn't make any. Redding makes good dies; but then, so does RCBS. You'll do well with either.

 

[FOTIS]

Given the choice Redding always.

 

[woods]

Lee Collet Neck Sizer (put the Lee Seater in the drawer) - http://www.midwayusa.com/product/474192 ... mm-express

Redding Body Die - http://www.midwayusa.com/product/477219 ... e-shoulder

Redding Seater - http://www.midwayusa.com/product/585144 ... e-shoulder

Or if you can afford it the Redding Competition Seater - http://www.midwayusa.com/product/541824 ... e-shoulder


The Lee Collet neck sizer will allow you to neck size only with very low run out without lube in the neck, the Redding Body Die to push the shoulder back when necessary and the Redding Seater is well engineered

 

[onesonek]

Given the choice Redding always.

Same here

 

[madman]

Given the choice Redding always.

Agreed

 

[shoots_5]

Given the choice Redding always.

Same here

+1

 

[runtohunt]

So something like this?
http://www.brownells.com/reloading/relo ... LbNIBxuhYU

 

[woods]

So something like this?
http://www.brownells.com/reloading/relo ... LbNIBxuhYU

Good die set

Don't forget the bushings and the outside neck turner

 

[Rem Jim]

Given the choice Redding always.

I agree REDDING and i have some of each - never had a problem with RCBS though either . I have some RCBS comp dies sets too - all Good ! :grin: RJ

 

[nvbroncrider]

If you get the standard 3 die set neck full length and seater you can purchase a micrometer seater plug for your die set and be for less money. I went the comp set for mine. Redding makes good stuff.

 

[Oldtrader3]

I prefer Forster dies when possible. but Redding dies are well made and go the extra mile to make very good dies.

 

[rick smith]

Redding bushing neck die, body die and competition seater. Make sure you get the SAAMI set.Rick.

 

[SJB358]

I am a Redding fan as well. I look for Forster 1st, then Redding. Great dies and excellent Customer Service.

 

[AzDak42]

I've used Hornady exclusively up until picking up some 7STW Redding dies, and I'm greatly impressed with the results I had with that seating die.

While I didn't measure bullet ogive for consistency before seating the bullets in the brass, I had my most consistent COAL results I've ever gotten with the Redding seating die.

I doubt I'll bother repurchasing any dies I already have, but I can see more Redding in my future.

 

[Oldtrader3]

I have replaced several of my newer RCBS seating dies with either Redding or Forster seating dies. The reason for this is that the newer RCBS seaters have a cheap stem cup of them which damages bullet ogives with scratches and sometimes dents even, plus pulling bullets back out of the case neck because the bullets taperlock in the RCBS stem cup. I believe that RCBS needs to improve their design and provide a more compliant seater stem cup which does not damage and pull bullets out during seating because of taperlock.

 

[BK]

My choices, in order:
Forster
Redding
RCBS







Hornady
Lee