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Hersh5317
11-07-2016, 10:38 AM
I have been looking for a die set for .223 Rem. So far, I believe I have narrowed it down between the Redding 84111 and the Lyman 7680234. An input from more experienced reloaders? I do not need a micrometer seating die, but do want the option for FL and Neck only sizing. Both of these sets give me that option without a separate crimp die. I have a Lee hand press, but am planning on getting a decent table mount single stage soon.

I want to load 65 SGK, 63 SMP, and 60 Vmaxif that makes a difference.

LongRange
11-08-2016, 09:32 AM
heres some good opinions on dies....

http://www.savageshooters.com/showthread.php?53709-New-to-rifles-and-reloading

Hersh5317
11-08-2016, 10:03 AM
Thank you, I have reading for a few hours now. That is a good thing.

Hersh5317
11-08-2016, 04:01 PM
And then I realized I have read most of that. I guess the take home is don't worry about neck sizing only, just get a good FL size set.

Robinhood
11-08-2016, 06:04 PM
As you start this journey seek quality and what your expectations are. RCBS Hornady are good. Forster for me is a step up and is all most re loaders could ever want.

Hersh5317
11-08-2016, 06:23 PM
You get what you pay for, until the point of diminishing returns. Die set under $100 of good quality, and can I add a neck sizer later if needed? I am looking for up to 500yd minute of groundhog consistency, but with a bullet adequate for yote should I happen across any. I know those three should do the trick if delivered accurately, and there are others. I have to start somewhere though. Thank you for the input. I doesn't save money, but may save a few headaches.

LongRange
11-08-2016, 06:46 PM
http://www.midwayusa.com/product/215819/lee-collet-neck-sizer-die-223-remington