Do you have to use Hornady dies or can I use the ones I already have (LEE, RCBS, ...exc)?
1274993
I use Lee dies. You just have to screw in almost all the way there is still enough thread to lock them down.
1274994
Yes you can use other companies...I've used lees and didn't like it, hornady is the best in my opinion.
1274995
No, you do not have to use the Hornaday dies. I use various brands the thread size is standard on the dies they go into die bushings then the loader it is actually a little more convenient if you are loading more than one caliber.
1274996
Any brand with the standard thread pitch will work. I use RCBS for my 45 app dies and they work just fine
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Well, Brad, you'll need dies (any of the major brands are good), but spend the extra $ and get carbide or tungsten dies. Then you won't have pre-lube your cartridge casings....which is messy and slow. For the Hornady Lock n Load, you need shell holders and shell plates - buy those from Hornady. Geez, Brad, after that just get yourself some reasonably clean brass cartridge cases (you'll soon find yourself scrounging em at your local range...!), some primers (I always use magnum primers .. Use can just use regular small pistol primers...but I like a big fat spark !) Then get yourself some powder (you gotta start somewhere...Bullseye is fine.), and pick up your favorite bullets. TWO MOST IMPORTANT tips I can give you are : 1. Buy a major-brand component manufacturer's reloading manual. (You'll end up with several : ) ! Lee has good ones and Hornady gives you a DVD with purchase of Lock n Load press...very well produced! 2. GO REAL SLOW for your first few loading sessions! No distractions and focus on what you're doing. Speed will come later. Loading your own is very safe and you'll get measurably better accuracy. But pay attention, Brad! We don't want to lose a fellow gunner to a reloading mishap! Finally, take some time to hang out at you local reloader's supply store. You'll find lots of folk will be eager to share their favorite loads with you. And the store employees might as well start getting used to you bein around! Keep yer powder dry, Brad. Lemme know if you've got more questions. Best, John All the major die makers will include a powder spoon...which I don't care for ... I want a good quality scale...It's comforting when you're weighing out buffalo loads!
1061225
yes they will work just fine in a RCBS reloading press, very good quality dies
2028625
you do not have to buy bushings for all dies. you can lock in one that comes with the press and then screw all of your dies in and out of that 1 bushing same as the old style presses. I do not have bushings for all of my dies but I do cave them on my dies I use the most. especially after they are dialed in. happy reloading!
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I purchased the Lee Loadmaster for .223 and it came with a LEE FULL length carbide sizing die set. This was ready to rock and roll out of the package. I replaced that die set with a .300 AAC Blackout Die sets to load .300 AAC Blackout. It's easy and fun and Lee supports their product. I broke the sizing die rod (it was my fault), I called Lee and they sent me another one free of charge. Good luck
1525993
Lyman uses standard 7/8 - 14 thread in their loaders. They will work with any of the major brands of reloading dies including Hornady, RCBS, Lee, and Redding.
512826
Yes you just need the dies for each of those calibers. I'll warn you though, with rifle calibers, you use a little more force on the full length resizing. I've only used this hand press for pistol rounds (9mm and 357 mag). I'm sure it will still work for rifle calibers, it just may require more force to resize rifle brass. (FYI I reload 30-06 on my single stage Lee Challenger - also a great press).
1100704
You should only need the .45 acp Lee die set.... the .40 dies just screw out and the new ones will screw in... As for the shell plate you will need one sized for .45 acp
1226830
Always refer to the instruction manual that comes with your specific die set. Generally you will always need to lubricate rifle brass when re sizing. Handgun cartridges generally require no lubrication.
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These do not require lube HOWEVER, these are not carbide. Hornady straight & pistol dies feature a titanium nitride "gold ring" finish that's harder than carbide and doesn't require lubrication. I use both Hornady pistol dies and RCBS carbide dies. They both work equally well and without lube. I do wash my brass and let it completely dry before sizing to preserve the life of my equipment. I prefer the Hornady because of the bullet alignment sleeve in the seating die. The bullet rebate makes them an exceptional value as well.
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Doubt it, I haven't tried but hoRnady sells their own I'm sure. If you can't locate it call their customer support like they are top notch.
2166526
Yes, two options are the Hornady powder cop die or RCBS Lockout die. I currently use the powder cop. There's also a new Hornady Deluxe Control Panel which has sensors and warnings for primer level, powder level (in the powder drop hopper), and powder charge level as well as a count of how many cycles you've done that loading session.
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OK, I have never thought of mixing. That said, go to some place like Cabela's and check the die diameter and thread type. I've been reloading for a long time and never mixed Dillon, RCBS, and Lee. I do know that Lee states in writing to only use Lee shell holders on Lee presses. To be positive, find a reloading supply house or range and ask an expert. Bring your RCBS dies and try (carefully to insert them in a Lee press.
1525991
I have both a Lyman and an RCBS press. I have never had a problem with dies fitting either press. I believe that dies all meet some industry standard for threads. I have never found one in the past 20 years for reloading that was a different thread. I also own those dies and they fit my Lyman press.
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YES< you may use most ALL standard dies. The RCBS is made with the 7/8 standard threads!
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The RCBS dies should work with your press. Most dies are interchangeable and can be used with any press. I use RCBS, Lee, Forrester, etc. with my RCBS press. Your current shell holder should also work with a different brand die. You can also call Hornady to verify the setup you are wanting to use. There number is 1-800-338-3220.
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You can use the seating die to make the crimp, however i find the factory crimp does an amazing job of putting youf crimp on. I also buy the carbide 4 die set for pistols as they come witb the crimp.die already in there from Lee. I have a few of the hornady dies, and they are good, but the lee dies are a great value. Once set up, this machine makes excellent ammo, given the proper powder, a.nd very quickly. Enjoy