Redding Reloading Equipment167523924
Redding Titanium Carbide Pistol Die Set .38 Special/.357 Mag$112.86
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The Redding Competition Pistol Seating Die for .38 Special/.357 Mag is purpose-built for reloaders who demand concentricity and consistency in every round. If you're loading match-grade pistol ammunition or simply want tighter control over your seating depth than standard dies allow, this is the tool that justifies the investment. Redding engineered this die around a precision-ground seating stem that's calibrated to exact bullet diameter, eliminating the wobble and misalignment that plague conventional seating dies.
What sets this competition die apart is its straight-line design and the engineering behind it. The cartridge case and bullet are fully supported and aligned in a close-fitting precision-ground sleeve before seating even begins—this support system is where concentricity gains happen. The seating stem itself is ground to such tight tolerances that it actually floats on a column of air during operation, a level of precision you won't find in off-the-shelf handgun reloading dies. That's not marketing fluff; it's the mechanical difference between acceptable and exceptional ammunition.
The micrometer adjustment reads in .001" increments and offers infinite adjustment without clicks, giving you the granularity to dial in your exact seating depth. A setting feature lets you lock in your preferred depth for repeatable, hands-off loading sessions. Keep in mind this die is not designed for compressed loads—stick to your normal load data and you'll get dependable results.
| Product | Redding Competition Pistol Seating Die |
| Caliber | .38 Special/.357 Magnum |
| Type | Straight-line seating die |
| Micrometer Increment | .001" |
| Adjustment Type | Infinitely adjustable (no clicks) |
| Limitation | Not for use with compressed loads |
The Redding Competition die uses a precision-ground seating stem matched to exact bullet diameter and a fully supported sleeve system for the cartridge case and bullet. This engineering eliminates the alignment and wobble issues inherent in traditional seating dies, resulting in much tighter concentricity. The micrometer also offers .001" increment adjustment for superior depth control.
Yes, this single die handles both .38 Special and .357 Magnum cartridges.
No. This die is not designed for compressed loads. Use it with standard load data only.
The micrometer is calibrated in .001" increments and adjusts infinitely without clicks, allowing precise dialing of your seating depth. A setting feature lets you save your preferred depth for quick, repeatable setup on future loading sessions.
SKU: 167525707 • Width: 4.4in • Height: 1.85in • Depth: 6in • Weight: 0.85oz
Availability: In Stock
The Redding Competition Pistol Seating Die for .38 Special/.357 Mag is purpose-built for reloaders who demand concentricity and consistency in every round. If you're loading match-grade pistol ammunition or simply want tighter control over your seating depth than standard dies allow, this is the tool that justifies the investment. Redding engineered this die around a precision-ground seating stem that's calibrated to exact bullet diameter, eliminating the wobble and misalignment that plague conventional seating dies.
What sets this competition die apart is its straight-line design and the engineering behind it. The cartridge case and bullet are fully supported and aligned in a close-fitting precision-ground sleeve before seating even begins—this support system is where concentricity gains happen. The seating stem itself is ground to such tight tolerances that it actually floats on a column of air during operation, a level of precision you won't find in off-the-shelf handgun reloading dies. That's not marketing fluff; it's the mechanical difference between acceptable and exceptional ammunition.
The micrometer adjustment reads in .001" increments and offers infinite adjustment without clicks, giving you the granularity to dial in your exact seating depth. A setting feature lets you lock in your preferred depth for repeatable, hands-off loading sessions. Keep in mind this die is not designed for compressed loads—stick to your normal load data and you'll get dependable results.
| Product | Redding Competition Pistol Seating Die |
| Caliber | .38 Special/.357 Magnum |
| Type | Straight-line seating die |
| Micrometer Increment | .001" |
| Adjustment Type | Infinitely adjustable (no clicks) |
| Limitation | Not for use with compressed loads |
The Redding Competition die uses a precision-ground seating stem matched to exact bullet diameter and a fully supported sleeve system for the cartridge case and bullet. This engineering eliminates the alignment and wobble issues inherent in traditional seating dies, resulting in much tighter concentricity. The micrometer also offers .001" increment adjustment for superior depth control.
Yes, this single die handles both .38 Special and .357 Magnum cartridges.
No. This die is not designed for compressed loads. Use it with standard load data only.
The micrometer is calibrated in .001" increments and adjusts infinitely without clicks, allowing precise dialing of your seating depth. A setting feature lets you save your preferred depth for quick, repeatable setup on future loading sessions.
SKU: 167525707 • Width: 4.4in • Height: 1.85in • Depth: 6in • Weight: 0.85oz