RCBS .223 small base sizing die problems?

[BigHoss74]

Has anyone used the rcbs .223 small base sizing die and have it size the cartridge neck diameter down to .244? maybe i got a bad one? I know my manual states that the neck diameter should be .253

[Longone]

Just curious as to what brass you are using? Neck wall thickness? Have you tried to load any? I have used a RCBS 223 SB die for many years without problems.
Longone

[BigHoss74]

The brass is a mix of remington,Winchester and lake city mostly, the neck wall size ranges from .0114-.0120 and the neck diameter is .255-.256 before sizing. I have loaded a few rounds but i have to hold the bullet all the way till it enters the die in order for it to stay.

[Longone]

My loaded rounds measure .247" with LC brass. Given your neck thickness this sounds about right. Which manual are you working with that gives the .253" dia.?

Longone

[BigHoss74]

Lyman 49th edition