I have a batch of 6.5 x 55SE cases that I can not decap.
The decaping pin is too large!
Who makes a decanting die that comes with a smaller diameter pin than my Universal decanting die?
Thank you!
Type: Posts; User: ELFEGO BACA
I have a batch of 6.5 x 55SE cases that I can not decap.
The decaping pin is too large!
Who makes a decanting die that comes with a smaller diameter pin than my Universal decanting die?
Thank you!
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