Best dies (measurable data only)

[huntsd]

Curious on everyone's take on the best dies. I'd really like to hear data on why? "I went from ___ to ___ and saw tighter tolerances" ect... not just "_____ is the best with no data"

Lets say the below 2. Can be different brands
-Full length sizing
-Seating

 

[Harvey_NW]

I've used Hornady Custom and Match Grade, Forster Redding, and RCBS FL die sets with and without micrometer seaters in the mix, and I can't say there was a measurable difference of any being "better". The only FL sizing die that ever gave me fits and stuck cases easily was the Forster, but I was also sizing 280 AI brass.

All my current die sets are Hornady Custom Grade. I like the design and ease of use, they're cheap, they come with the best lock rings, and they produce very repeatable ammo for me.

Edit: Redding, not Forster. Been a while.

 

[skipper907]

short action custom

 

[Mike D Texas]

Curious on everyone's take on the best dies. I'd really like to hear data on why? "I went from ___ to ___ and saw tighter tolerances" ect... not just "_____ is the best with no data"

Lets say the below 2. Can be different brands
-Full length sizing
-Seating

What are your metrics for best? All of them will load accurate ammo from Lee all the way up.


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[huntsd]

What are your metrics for best? All of them will load accurate ammo from Lee all the way up.


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I’d say the ones giving the tightest tolerances. I’ve only ever used 1 low dollar brand am in interest in seeing what you get when you spend more