Lee .500 S&W Carbide Die Set, yes or no?

[Gray Fox]

Does anyone have experience with the Lee carbide 3 die set in .500 S&W? All comments will be appreciated. GF

[bosterr]

Not a 500 die set, but one for my 475 Linebaugh. The carbide ring broke on the size die and scored brass pretty badly. Before I sent it in for replacement, I emailed Lee customer service. Andy Lee answered and said the ring was so thin on the 500's and 475's they break easily. I sold the set and got a carbide set of RCBS and haven't had a problem since. Hornady is a good choice as well. I would spend the extra money for trouble free.

[Gunslinger1911]

I have the Lee carbide dies for the 500. No problems. Used on a Lee turret press if it matters.
Same as all carbide dies, be sure not to hit them with the ram.