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The Lee Precision Deluxe 4-Die Set for .44 S&W Special / .44 Magnum is a complete reloading solution built around carbide dies—the workhorse choice for handgun reloaders who want durability and low maintenance. Carbide sizing dies don't require lubing like steel dies do, and they'll outlast softer tooling by a significant margin. This set separates bullet seating from the crimp operation into two distinct dies, which means easier setup, better control, and ultimately more consistent loads. If you're rolling .44 Special or Magnum for hunting, sport shooting, or defense loads, this die set gives you the precision tooling and workflow flexibility to do it right.
What makes this a true deluxe package is what's in the box. You get the four dies themselves—carbide full-length sizing, powder-thru expanding, bullet seating, and the factory crimp die—plus a shell holder, powder dipper, and reloading data. The factory crimp die is the standout: it performs a finish sizing pass on the completed round after you've seated the bullet, which ensures concentricity and helps you achieve the kind of consistency that matters downrange. That two-step crimp-and-size approach also takes pressure off the seating die, extending its life.
Whether you're a novice reloader building your first .44 kit or an experienced hand looking to upgrade from steel dies, carbide tooling cuts your loading time and removes one of reloading's minor annoyances—die lube cleanup. The powder dipper and included load data mean you can start working as soon as the dies are set up.
| Caliber | .44 S&W Special / .44 Magnum |
| Die Type | Carbide Full-Length Sizing, Powder-Thru Expanding, Bullet Seating, Carbide Factory Crimp |
| Included Components | 4 Dies, Shell Holder, Powder Dipper, Load Data and Instructions |
| Manufacturer | Lee Precision |
| Model Number | 90966 |
The factory crimp die lets you seat the bullet and crimp the case in separate operations. After you seat the bullet with the seating die, the crimp die performs both a crimp and a light finish sizing pass on the complete round. This separation gives you more control, reduces wear on the seating die, and helps ensure consistent bullet concentricity—important for accuracy and feeding reliability.
No. Carbide dies don't require case lube the way steel dies do. This saves time in prep and cleanup and is one of the big practical advantages of carbide tooling for high-volume reloaders.
The set includes all four dies (sizing, expanding, seating, and factory crimp), a shell holder sized for .44 cases, a powder dipper for measuring powder charges, and reloading data and instructions specific to the cartridge.
Yes. This die set is designed to handle both cartridges. Because the .44 Special and .44 Magnum share the same case diameter, a single set works for both—though you'll want to follow load data specific to whichever cartridge you're reloading.

SKU: 115720465 • Width: 4.8in • Height: 1.5in • Depth: 7.4in • Weight: 1.45oz





Availability: In Stock
The Lee Precision Deluxe 4-Die Set for .44 S&W Special / .44 Magnum is a complete reloading solution built around carbide dies—the workhorse choice for handgun reloaders who want durability and low maintenance. Carbide sizing dies don't require lubing like steel dies do, and they'll outlast softer tooling by a significant margin. This set separates bullet seating from the crimp operation into two distinct dies, which means easier setup, better control, and ultimately more consistent loads. If you're rolling .44 Special or Magnum for hunting, sport shooting, or defense loads, this die set gives you the precision tooling and workflow flexibility to do it right.
What makes this a true deluxe package is what's in the box. You get the four dies themselves—carbide full-length sizing, powder-thru expanding, bullet seating, and the factory crimp die—plus a shell holder, powder dipper, and reloading data. The factory crimp die is the standout: it performs a finish sizing pass on the completed round after you've seated the bullet, which ensures concentricity and helps you achieve the kind of consistency that matters downrange. That two-step crimp-and-size approach also takes pressure off the seating die, extending its life.
Whether you're a novice reloader building your first .44 kit or an experienced hand looking to upgrade from steel dies, carbide tooling cuts your loading time and removes one of reloading's minor annoyances—die lube cleanup. The powder dipper and included load data mean you can start working as soon as the dies are set up.
| Caliber | .44 S&W Special / .44 Magnum |
| Die Type | Carbide Full-Length Sizing, Powder-Thru Expanding, Bullet Seating, Carbide Factory Crimp |
| Included Components | 4 Dies, Shell Holder, Powder Dipper, Load Data and Instructions |
| Manufacturer | Lee Precision |
| Model Number | 90966 |
The factory crimp die lets you seat the bullet and crimp the case in separate operations. After you seat the bullet with the seating die, the crimp die performs both a crimp and a light finish sizing pass on the complete round. This separation gives you more control, reduces wear on the seating die, and helps ensure consistent bullet concentricity—important for accuracy and feeding reliability.
No. Carbide dies don't require case lube the way steel dies do. This saves time in prep and cleanup and is one of the big practical advantages of carbide tooling for high-volume reloaders.
The set includes all four dies (sizing, expanding, seating, and factory crimp), a shell holder sized for .44 cases, a powder dipper for measuring powder charges, and reloading data and instructions specific to the cartridge.
Yes. This die set is designed to handle both cartridges. Because the .44 Special and .44 Magnum share the same case diameter, a single set works for both—though you'll want to follow load data specific to whichever cartridge you're reloading.
SKU: 115720465 • Width: 4.8in • Height: 1.5in • Depth: 7.4in • Weight: 1.45oz
