Redding Die, 6.5x47L, type S neck die set

[Dennis]

This neck die set comes as a three piece set. Is is ready to go when you recieve it.

It states it comes with a decapping rod and a standard size button. But you can order different bushings if needed/desired.

I just want to make sure my set is ready to go and if I want to order bushings later I will.

Thanks for your help.

[pa hog]

You're gonna have to get bushings before you use them. Should be a body bump die, Seater and a Bushing neck die with no bushing in it to start.

[Dennis]

Is this the best Die set, or is there an alternative? It's hard to find info on this die set!

Or what is the best die set for a beginner?

[Dennis]

I see RCBS makes a GOLD MEDAL 2-Die Set. Is this all I need to start? Also should I get the FL or Neck bushing die set? or get the FL and but the neck die and only use the FL when needed.

[pa hog]

I'd look into the Forester
Here's a good place to buy:
http://www.gunstop.com/supplies.asp?cat_id=5&mfr_id=57

http://www.sinclairintl.com/product/6387/65-x-47-Lapua-Reloading-Dies

[Dennis]

You're gonna have to get bushings before you use them. Should be a body bump die, Seater and a Bushing neck die with no bushing in it to start.

Bushing on order .290 loaded case minus .001, .289 ordered! I already have the kit, might as well get the bushing to complete it!

[82boy]

Is this the best Die set, or is there an alternative? It's hard to find info on this die set!
Or what is the best die set for a beginner?


I would say the best dies set either if your a beginner or a pro would be the Forester Full length competition set. (This is what I use on my 6x47 lapua, no consintricity problems, and the dang guns will shoot !) I am not a big fan of neck dies, and especially Reeding. (Send me a PM if you want to know why.) If you must have a neck die, I would look at Neil Jones, Harrell, or Forester, all three will also bump the shoulder back, and the bushings fit tight.

[Dennis]

So the Forester takes a custom bushing also? I loaded one of my 6.5x47's and the exact neck measurement was .290.

[Dennis]

I am not a big fan of neck dies, and especially Reeding. (Send me a PM if you want to know why.)

82boy, PM sent on the above

[82boy]

So the Forester takes a custom bushing also? I loaded one of my 6.5x47's and the exact neck measurement was .290.


Only the Forester bump dies. The standard full length die has no bushing. The bump dies use a complete different style of bushing than the Wilson/Reeding style. The Forester bushings are longer and have a cut in the bottom to size the transition point of where the neck meets the shoulder. (Similare to a Neil Jones)

[Dennis]

https://shop.rcbs.com/WebConnect/MainServlet?storeId=webconnect&catalogId=webconnect&langId=en_US&action=ProductDisplay&screenlabel=index&productId=6030&route=C09J165N142

RCBS Products - GOLD MEDAL 2-Die Set

12905 - FL BUSHING DIE SET 6.5X47 LAPUA

I should be in good shape with the RCBS 6.5x47L FL die set!