
Availability: In Stock
The Lee Precision 17 Hornet Rifle Precision Micrometer Bullet Seating Die brings repeatable, dead-length bullet seating to handloaders who demand consistency without premium pricing. Built for precision rifle ammunition assembly, this die delivers the measurement accuracy and mechanical control that serious reloaders rely on when working 17 Hornet loads—whether you're chasing tight groups at the range or preparing field ammunition for varmint or small-game hunting.
The heart of this die is its laser-engraved micrometer thimble and body, marked with divisions representing one-thousandth of an inch increments so you can read seating depth exactly like a precision depth micrometer. That infinitely adjustable design means you can dial in and replicate your exact bullet seating depth across every round, eliminating the guesswork that comes with standard fixed-depth dies. The machined and burnished bullet seating stem handles nearly any bullet point style without marking or damaging the projectile.
Lee's floating bullet guide is the workhorse here—it holds the case mouth and bullet in perfect vertical alignment throughout the seating stroke by using radial clearance to self-center. This design proves that tight bullet runout isn't exclusive to five-figure reloading setups. The guide is reversible too, so you can unthread it and reinstall for simultaneous seating and crimping if your process calls for it, a feature unique to Lee among precision seating dies at this price point.
Dead-length seating means the die body contacts the shell holder as your reference, guaranteeing uniform seating depth from round to round without relying on case length variation. That's the kind of consistency that tightens groups and keeps your 17 Hornet ammunition performing at its potential.
| Product Type | Rifle Precision Micrometer Bullet Seating Die |
| Caliber | 17 Hornet |
| Manufacturer | Lee Precision |
| Micrometer Divisions | 0.001 inch (one-thousandth) |
| Seating System | Dead-length (shell holder reference) |
Lee Precision dies are designed to work with standard 7/8"-14 TPI (threads per inch) press stations, so compatibility depends on your specific press. Check your press manual or contact Lee Precision directly if you're unsure about fitment to your equipment.
Yes. The machined and burnished bullet seating stem is designed to handle nearly any common bullet point style without marking or damaging the projectile.
Dead-length seating uses the shell holder as your reference point rather than relying on case length, which means every round gets the same seating depth regardless of minor variations in case dimensions. This produces more uniform ammunition and tighter group consistency.
The floating bullet guide is reversible—you can unthread and reinstall it to set up for simultaneous seating and crimping if your reload sequence requires it. This is an exclusive feature to Lee among precision seating dies in this category.

SKU: 197561464 • Weight: 0.61oz





Availability: In Stock
The Lee Precision 17 Hornet Rifle Precision Micrometer Bullet Seating Die brings repeatable, dead-length bullet seating to handloaders who demand consistency without premium pricing. Built for precision rifle ammunition assembly, this die delivers the measurement accuracy and mechanical control that serious reloaders rely on when working 17 Hornet loads—whether you're chasing tight groups at the range or preparing field ammunition for varmint or small-game hunting.
The heart of this die is its laser-engraved micrometer thimble and body, marked with divisions representing one-thousandth of an inch increments so you can read seating depth exactly like a precision depth micrometer. That infinitely adjustable design means you can dial in and replicate your exact bullet seating depth across every round, eliminating the guesswork that comes with standard fixed-depth dies. The machined and burnished bullet seating stem handles nearly any bullet point style without marking or damaging the projectile.
Lee's floating bullet guide is the workhorse here—it holds the case mouth and bullet in perfect vertical alignment throughout the seating stroke by using radial clearance to self-center. This design proves that tight bullet runout isn't exclusive to five-figure reloading setups. The guide is reversible too, so you can unthread it and reinstall for simultaneous seating and crimping if your process calls for it, a feature unique to Lee among precision seating dies at this price point.
Dead-length seating means the die body contacts the shell holder as your reference, guaranteeing uniform seating depth from round to round without relying on case length variation. That's the kind of consistency that tightens groups and keeps your 17 Hornet ammunition performing at its potential.
| Product Type | Rifle Precision Micrometer Bullet Seating Die |
| Caliber | 17 Hornet |
| Manufacturer | Lee Precision |
| Micrometer Divisions | 0.001 inch (one-thousandth) |
| Seating System | Dead-length (shell holder reference) |
Lee Precision dies are designed to work with standard 7/8"-14 TPI (threads per inch) press stations, so compatibility depends on your specific press. Check your press manual or contact Lee Precision directly if you're unsure about fitment to your equipment.
Yes. The machined and burnished bullet seating stem is designed to handle nearly any common bullet point style without marking or damaging the projectile.
Dead-length seating uses the shell holder as your reference point rather than relying on case length, which means every round gets the same seating depth regardless of minor variations in case dimensions. This produces more uniform ammunition and tighter group consistency.
The floating bullet guide is reversible—you can unthread and reinstall it to set up for simultaneous seating and crimping if your reload sequence requires it. This is an exclusive feature to Lee among precision seating dies in this category.
SKU: 197561464 • Weight: 0.61oz
