Forster167521603
Forster Bench Rest Full Length Die Set .243 Win$118.06
Availability: In Stock
The Forster Bench Rest Full Length Die Set for .308 Win gives reloaders the precision tooling needed to produce consistently concentric rounds. Built for hunters, target shooters, and precision reloaders who demand tight tolerances, this two-die set combines Forster's traditional craftsmanship with proven design features that have earned respect across the reloading bench for decades.
What sets Forster apart is attention to manufacturing detail. Each die starts as quality steel, carefully machined to tight tolerances, then hand-polished before heat treatment and again afterward—a process most budget manufacturers skip. That hand finishing isn't cosmetic; it reduces friction, improves case flow, and contributes to the repeatability serious reloaders depend on. The full length sizing die incorporates Forster's exclusive E-Z case neck expander system, which addresses one of the most common sources of runout in reloaded ammunition.
The set uses Forster's Cross Bolt Die Locking Ring, which tightens both ends of the split ring rather than threading a screw directly into the die threads. This design reduces the risk of die thread damage and locks dies securely in your press. A full length die set like this is the foundation most hunters and general target shooters use—it sizes the case fully and seats bullets with precision, without requiring additional specialized dies for typical hunting and field shooting.
Note: These are standard full length dies. Forster also makes National Match dies (which reduce headspace by .003" for bolt action target rifles only), so verify you're choosing the right specification for your intended use.
| Caliber | .308 Winchester |
| Die Type | Full Length Sizing and Seating (2-die set) |
| Locking Ring | Forster Cross Bolt Die Locking Ring |
| Case Neck Expander | E-Z case neck expander system (standard dies) |
| Material | Steel, hand-polished |
This is a two-die set: a full length sizing die (with the E-Z case neck expander) and a Bench Rest seater die for bullet seating. It does not include a decapping die, shellholder, or press—those are purchased separately if you don't already have them.
Yes. A full length die set like this is what most hunters use for .308 Winchester reloading. It's also popular with target shooters who don't need the extreme headspace control of specialized match dies.
The standard Forster full length dies in this set are for general hunting and shooting. Forster also makes National Match dies that reduce headspace by .003"—those are designed specifically for bolt action target rifles and are a different product. Choose based on your intended rifle and accuracy requirements.
The E-Z expander is Forster's solution to one of the most common causes of runout in reloaded ammunition. The exact mechanism isn't detailed in our specifications, but it's an exclusive feature of Forster sizing dies recognized in the reloading community for supporting consistent, concentric rounds.
SKU: 167523422 • Width: 4.9in • Height: 2.2in • Depth: 8.5in • Weight: 1.3oz
Availability: In Stock
The Forster Bench Rest Full Length Die Set for .308 Win gives reloaders the precision tooling needed to produce consistently concentric rounds. Built for hunters, target shooters, and precision reloaders who demand tight tolerances, this two-die set combines Forster's traditional craftsmanship with proven design features that have earned respect across the reloading bench for decades.
What sets Forster apart is attention to manufacturing detail. Each die starts as quality steel, carefully machined to tight tolerances, then hand-polished before heat treatment and again afterward—a process most budget manufacturers skip. That hand finishing isn't cosmetic; it reduces friction, improves case flow, and contributes to the repeatability serious reloaders depend on. The full length sizing die incorporates Forster's exclusive E-Z case neck expander system, which addresses one of the most common sources of runout in reloaded ammunition.
The set uses Forster's Cross Bolt Die Locking Ring, which tightens both ends of the split ring rather than threading a screw directly into the die threads. This design reduces the risk of die thread damage and locks dies securely in your press. A full length die set like this is the foundation most hunters and general target shooters use—it sizes the case fully and seats bullets with precision, without requiring additional specialized dies for typical hunting and field shooting.
Note: These are standard full length dies. Forster also makes National Match dies (which reduce headspace by .003" for bolt action target rifles only), so verify you're choosing the right specification for your intended use.
| Caliber | .308 Winchester |
| Die Type | Full Length Sizing and Seating (2-die set) |
| Locking Ring | Forster Cross Bolt Die Locking Ring |
| Case Neck Expander | E-Z case neck expander system (standard dies) |
| Material | Steel, hand-polished |
This is a two-die set: a full length sizing die (with the E-Z case neck expander) and a Bench Rest seater die for bullet seating. It does not include a decapping die, shellholder, or press—those are purchased separately if you don't already have them.
Yes. A full length die set like this is what most hunters use for .308 Winchester reloading. It's also popular with target shooters who don't need the extreme headspace control of specialized match dies.
The standard Forster full length dies in this set are for general hunting and shooting. Forster also makes National Match dies that reduce headspace by .003"—those are designed specifically for bolt action target rifles and are a different product. Choose based on your intended rifle and accuracy requirements.
The E-Z expander is Forster's solution to one of the most common causes of runout in reloaded ammunition. The exact mechanism isn't detailed in our specifications, but it's an exclusive feature of Forster sizing dies recognized in the reloading community for supporting consistent, concentric rounds.
SKU: 167523422 • Width: 4.9in • Height: 2.2in • Depth: 8.5in • Weight: 1.3oz