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  1. 11-03-2012, 04:33 PM #1
    dnmccoy
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    Need help with sizing options

    So I'm just getting started and have all my equipment needed except for sizing. My first boolits will be from a mp mold 356-129. It has the conventional lube groove so no tumble lube here. I think I'll end up with a lube sizer combo, either the Lyman r the rcbs. What are the strengths of each,I know the Lyman is a little cheaper. I have also considered pan lubing, is that practical for 9mm? Can you pan lube and then use a lee sizer setup?
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  2. 11-03-2012, 08:44 PM #2
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    You can pan lube and use the Lee sizer, and if you will only load for one or two calibers and not shoot a lot that might be a good option. To your original question, both the coarser threads on the RCBS and their return policy argue strongly to go green.
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  3. 11-03-2012, 08:47 PM #3
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    I have used the Lyman 45, 450, and now the 4500.
    I have never had a problem with any of them and would recommend them.

    That said.

    You can tumble that bullet with excellent results.


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  4. 11-03-2012, 09:09 PM #4
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    I use a couple of Lyman 4500s, one has the pin style heater that I just plug in for hard lube (pistol calibers). I like 'em.
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  5. 11-03-2012, 09:47 PM #5
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    As of right now I will only be casting 9mm, perhaps .30carbine in the near future
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