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Digger
07-05-2012, 11:32 PM
Need a refresher please .... what is the difference between the "X" die and the small base die ?
They both full length size don't they ? ... something about military chamber tolerances maybe ...
any info would be appreciated ... thanks

digger

hk33ka1
07-06-2012, 12:22 AM
Regular Full Length Dies size cases

Small Base Dies Full Length size the cases a little bit smaller for tight chambers

X Dies Size the case in a way that it doesnt need to be trimmed (normal FL sizing stretches the case a little bit)

Digger
07-09-2012, 07:45 AM
Regular Full Length Dies size cases

Small Base Dies Full Length size the cases a little bit smaller for tight chambers

X Dies Size the case in a way that it doesnt need to be trimmed (normal FL sizing stretches the case a little bit)

Thanks , for the note .... now I know ...

geargnasher
07-09-2012, 05:16 PM
The X dies have a stop for the case mouth. Trim all your cases just shy of that initially and they'll never grow beyond it from sizing and shooting.

Gear