
Availability: In Stock
The Lyman Decapping Die – Universal is a hardened steel tool built to handle primer pocket removal across virtually your entire cartridge collection. Whether you're prepping brass before a wet tumble, removing military crimp from once-fired cases, or simply cycling through your reloading process with confidence, this universal decapping die works on calibers ranging from .22 through .45, covering the vast majority of handgun and rifle rounds you'll encounter on the bench.
Decapping is often an overlooked step that separates meticulous reloaders from the rest. Before you clean your cases, yanking out spent primers—especially military primers with their stubborn crimps—prevents damage to your equipment and ensures clean, uniform primer pockets for reliable seating. The Lyman Universal die takes that chore from tedious to straightforward, letting you process batches of mixed brass without swapping dies between calibers.
Built from hardened steel in a one-piece design, this die is engineered to withstand the repetitive mechanical stress of thousands of decapping cycles. It's a no-frills, purpose-built tool that doesn't require a press mount—you can use it as a standalone arbor press accessory or adapt it to your preferred setup. This is the kind of reliable workhorse gear that pays dividends over years of regular reloading.
| Brand | Lyman |
| Type | Decapping Die |
| Design | One-piece hardened steel |
| Caliber Compatibility | .22 through .45 (excludes .378 and .460 Weatherby) |
This die handles calibers from .22 through .45, covering the majority of common handgun and rifle cartridges. The exceptions are .378 and .460 Weatherby, which fall outside its range.
Yes. One of the main advantages of this tool is its ability to remove military crimp, which is essential when you're working with once-fired military brass that needs full prep before reloading.
The facts provided don't specify the exact mounting or operation method. We recommend checking with the manufacturer or contacting us for guidance on how to set it up with your reloading press or arbor press.

SKU: 197558849 • Weight: 0.45oz




Availability: In Stock
The Lyman Decapping Die – Universal is a hardened steel tool built to handle primer pocket removal across virtually your entire cartridge collection. Whether you're prepping brass before a wet tumble, removing military crimp from once-fired cases, or simply cycling through your reloading process with confidence, this universal decapping die works on calibers ranging from .22 through .45, covering the vast majority of handgun and rifle rounds you'll encounter on the bench.
Decapping is often an overlooked step that separates meticulous reloaders from the rest. Before you clean your cases, yanking out spent primers—especially military primers with their stubborn crimps—prevents damage to your equipment and ensures clean, uniform primer pockets for reliable seating. The Lyman Universal die takes that chore from tedious to straightforward, letting you process batches of mixed brass without swapping dies between calibers.
Built from hardened steel in a one-piece design, this die is engineered to withstand the repetitive mechanical stress of thousands of decapping cycles. It's a no-frills, purpose-built tool that doesn't require a press mount—you can use it as a standalone arbor press accessory or adapt it to your preferred setup. This is the kind of reliable workhorse gear that pays dividends over years of regular reloading.
| Brand | Lyman |
| Type | Decapping Die |
| Design | One-piece hardened steel |
| Caliber Compatibility | .22 through .45 (excludes .378 and .460 Weatherby) |
This die handles calibers from .22 through .45, covering the majority of common handgun and rifle cartridges. The exceptions are .378 and .460 Weatherby, which fall outside its range.
Yes. One of the main advantages of this tool is its ability to remove military crimp, which is essential when you're working with once-fired military brass that needs full prep before reloading.
The facts provided don't specify the exact mounting or operation method. We recommend checking with the manufacturer or contacting us for guidance on how to set it up with your reloading press or arbor press.
SKU: 197558849 • Weight: 0.45oz
