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William Yanda
02-08-2021, 12:11 PM
I don't shoot 30-06, but my SIL does. With the scarcity of new die sets and the almost new price of used, I wondered. Can I resize the base of 06 brass with a 270 die, and neck size the mouth with a 308 die? Substituting an extra step for lack of equipment.
Regards,
Bill
No. You'll work the mouth and neck of your cartridges too much doing that.
You 'might' get by, just neck sizing in the 308 die. Make sure not to move the shoulder.
Elmer Fudd
02-08-2021, 02:38 PM
Or you could use a 338-06, 35 or 375 Whelen or similar FL die but with larger bullet diameter, then use the 308 die to size the case mouth. Two steps, one problem solved.
I understand the point here is to save from buying another die, or to substitute existing dies for necessary ones. So, this long tale condensed: a roll sizer can do some of the base sizing. One or two are made down under and are either manual or electric powered. If a person is in need, that is a relative term, a roll sizer could be put together from scrap parts, provided a person was properly motivated. A trio of rollers, rigid in nature, with some measure of adjustability, could satisfy your need if you can't find a 30-06 die. But my imagination runs wild and tells me you can find a die. A couple online auction sites sell the used and new stuff, though sometimes a premium is commanded by increased demand.
"might" is the operative word.
Winger Ed.
02-08-2021, 03:15 PM
I'd try to carefully neck size with the .308, and stop just short of the where the shoulder starts.
That should neck size about 90% of the neck itself.
That should leave about as much 'grip' as a .300WinMag has.
brstevns
02-08-2021, 03:37 PM
Hey! George may have a set for you, let me look. They may be a little dirty but will work great.
PM me
abunaitoo
02-10-2021, 03:07 AM
I have a few sets.
Post something in the for sale section.
I'm sure many here have extras
Three44s
02-10-2021, 10:45 AM
I have a few sets.
Post something in the for sale section.
I'm sure many here have extras
This right here! It’s the most handloaded cartridge on the planet.
Three44s
dverna
02-10-2021, 11:02 AM
I have a few sets.
Post something in the for sale section.
I'm sure many here have extras
That is what I did a few weeks ago and got a nice set for a fair price.
Three44s
02-10-2021, 11:53 PM
Tried to send PM but the OP’s folder is full.
There is a set of RCBS dies in the boolits classified for ‘06
Three44s
William Yanda
02-11-2021, 10:31 AM
Thanks to all who replied. Those who pointed out the flaws in my thinking and the other helpful replies , 'specially George.
I think I have it figured out
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