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by Jeremae
Mon Nov 19, 2007 5:13 pm
Forum: Reloading Forum
Topic: .38 special
Replies: 6
Views: 1344

+1 on the Lee Factory Crimp/final sizer die.... best bang for buck is to buy the Lee Deluxe pistol die set that includes carbide size/decap and factory crimp die.

Easy test to ensure proper crimp:

Take loaded round and place bullet down on table, press with both thumbs on primer end of case using as much force as you can (I lift myself to my toes). Recheck case OAL if no change crimped properly.

Disassmble a loaded round and inspect the bullet. If the crimp line has fully broken through the jacket material, too much crimp.

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