Die lock rings

[old benn]

Where did I get these (black) lock rings ? Really like 'em. Can't find out where they came from or who makes them.161003

[daengmei]

http://ads.midwayusa.com/product/652064/rcbs-die-lock-ring-1-1-2-x-12-thread
I have a few of these on new dies.

I don't quite see them in your photo?

[old benn]

Clicking on the photo will enlarge for me. Please try. Dave

[OS OK]

I think those came from an old die set…can't remember which…I like them too, especially using LNL inserts where some carbide dies need to be screwed down way far and don't leave room for the thick ones.

[wcp4570]

I really like the lock nuts from Dillon. I think they are 1 inch across the flats. I bought Dillon's die wrench and extra nuts and use them on my dies on my 650 and piggy back where the wrench works very well in close places.

wcp

[wcp4570]

Found the Dillon die nuts on Amazon with free shipping. Dillon's shipping is kinda high. They have the wrench also.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0160BSA4A/ref=mp_s_a_1_100?qid=1455566160&sr=8-100&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=dillon+precision

wcp

[skeettx]

The black ones look like old Texan die lock rings.



Mike

p.s. That is a Texan press you are using???

http://www.gunauction.com/buy/8348020

[old benn]

I bet your right !! You will notice these dies are in an old Texan turret press. Oh well, . . . thank you.

[old benn]

wcp I'll check that out, . . . thank you dave

[skeettx]

Easy to get Texan rings, just buy used non carbide pistol Texan dies sets

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_42/364019_.html

[noylj]

You like the lock screw tightening into the threads? Each to their own.
If I want split lock-rings, I run Hornady or Forster.
If I want solid nuts (for presses with die bushings or tool heads), I prefer Lee or Dillon.

[old benn]

noylj Have decided they are Texan. Dillon looks very similar, so I placed and order today.

[dkf]

You like the lock screw tightening into the threads? Each to their own.
If I want split lock-rings, I run Hornady or Forster.
If I want solid nuts (for presses with die bushings or tool heads), I prefer Lee or Dillon.

Same here. I never had a lock ring like the RCBS stay put, the thread is too coarse for the tiny set screw to get a good grip on.

[Jim_P]

You like the lock screw tightening into the threads? Each to their own.
If I want split lock-rings, I run Hornady or Forster.
If I want solid nuts (for presses with die bushings or tool heads), I prefer Lee or Dillon.

I drop two #6 lead shot under the lock screws. Better grip and zero damage to the die threads. I also replace the brass screws with SS. That way I don't strip the Allen Hex bolsters out.

[TNsailorman]

I bought a package of 12 Redding lock rings several years ago and I am in need of more right now. They are black and look very similar to yours. I much prefer the set screw type over the split ring type and use a #4 lead shot under the screw to keep from damaging the die threads. I use a non-marring wrench to very lightly tighten the die or use hand pressure alone. Works for me.

[noisewaterphd]

This is an idea I might have to try out someday.

Right now I run Hornady or Forester lock rings, but I add the rubber o-ring like from Lee dies. At least on my rifle dies that I run in the single stage. For pistol I always change them out to Lee lock rings if I'm not using a Lee Die.

Doing this lets me lock the rifle dies to a setting, but still have the concentricity benefits of the o-ring.

This way with the lock nuts is the same idea, but I don't need to find the allen wrench!

[imashooter2]

It pains me to spend $2+ on a Dillon nut. There has to be someplace that sells the thin 1 inch hex jam nuts by the hundred as a commodity. I sure can't find them though. :(

[Lefty Red]

Found the Dillon die nuts on Amazon with free shipping. Dillon's shipping is kinda high. They have the wrench also.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0160BSA4A/ref=mp_s_a_1_100?qid=1455566160&sr=8-100&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=dillon+precision

wcp

I only buy from Red's Trading Post when dealing with Dillon items on Amazon. They treat you right. A few of their things are a little higher, but with the free shipping it's a wash.

Lefty

[robg]

I prefer the Lee oring ones

[Hardcast416taylor]

A machinest friend of mine finished a job early one day and for something to do cut up a bunch of 7/8x14 TPI nuts for the same thin ones shown here. To remove burrs he simply ran them over a 7/8" bolt with 14 TPI thread. I got a dozen of them, wish I got more before he retired and moved South.Robert

[Steve Steven]

imashooter2,
heres an Amazon list for "jam nuts" they are a bit thicker than the lock rings we usually use. $1.027 each

http://www.amazon.com/200-pieces-per-box-Black/dp/B00TPR6TSG/ref=sr_1_2?srs=9370684011&ie=UTF8&qid=1455673100&sr=8-2&keywords=7%2F8-14+jam+nuts

Steve

[imashooter2]

imashooter2,
heres an Amazon list for "jam nuts" they are a bit thicker than the lock rings we usually use. $1.027 each

http://www.amazon.com/200-pieces-per-box-Black/dp/B00TPR6TSG/ref=sr_1_2?srs=9370684011&ie=UTF8&qid=1455673100&sr=8-2&keywords=7%2F8-14+jam+nuts

Steve

They're a standard 7/8x14 nut, 1 5/16 inch across the flats. We're looking for a reduced hex, 1 inch across the flats. The smaller size provides for clearance on Dillon tool heads. Yeah, standard rings can be made to work, but the reduced hex rings are convenient.

[Le Loup Solitaire]

I use RCBS and Lee lock rings. The Lees are a lot cheaper but work very well for me. Some folks do not like them for a few reasons. I have never had an issue with them slipping or loosening up. They are so reasonably priced that having extras around is easy, for use with various powder measures. If you have any doubt about their staying put then you can use them doubled with one on top of the other and you can be sure that they absolutely will not move. LLS

[dudel]

If you have any doubt about their staying put then you can use them doubled with one on top of the other and you can be sure that they absolutely will not move. LLS


Good idea about doubling up on the rings. The problem I have with Lee dies, is that there is less threaded portion of the die than other die sets. The Lee dies sit so low on the 550 toolhead, that I had to move the lock nut to the bottom. I suppose you could double nut the bottom; but I ended up with the Dillon lock nuts for the additional clearance.

[Negster]

They look like they could be from a set of Herters Professional dies.