Are these Hornady 223 die sets small base dies for 223/5.56 semi auto rifles?
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No. They are full length resizing dies. Small base sizers squeeze the base of the case to less than standard diameter. If you do not have a match grade chamber, you don't need small base dies and probably not even then. Set the sizer up correctly for a .003" shoulder set back for use in an AR using the Hornady Headspace Gauge kit, and you won't have any problems.
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Yes these dies will work with 223 or 5.56x45 nato casings. They resize the full length of the casing so the round will function properly in a semi auto rifle. A bolt action rifle does not require a full length resize of the brass every time it is reloaded to function properly, but it will not hurt anything if you do resize the full length of the brass.
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Yes they are. Just remember to set up your dies for proper case shoulder set back. I use Hornady Headspace gauges to measure fired brass, and set-up dies to set case shoulder back .004" -.005" otherwise rounds won't chamber. There is a difference between .223 and 5.56 brass in the case neck length and the thickness of the brass. The .223 has a .002" longer case neck and the 5.56 has thicker brass which translates to less volume for powder.
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NO! these are not "small-base" dies. They are factory spec dies. It is unfortunate that so many people give out misinformation. Small base dies shrink Base circumference down 4/1000" below SAAMI specs for easier chambering at the expense of working the brass harder than needed. They expand again when fired and will be again shrunk when run through a "small-base die". The small base was popular back in the day, when reloaders thought it was useful, but with newer technology and newer precision in chamber manufacturing and new information found that it is unnecessary and damaging to brass unless needed for full auto purposes. To my knowledge Hornady does not sell "Small Base" Dies. Small based dies will be clearly marked "SB" in the serial code. " The Small Base Die set is intended for use for ammunition to be used in auto, semi-auto, and lever action rifles so that the loaded round chambers and extracts easily. The Small Base Sizer Die sizes the case from the shoulder to the head of the case a couple of thousandths smaller than a Full Length Sizer Die. In certain calibers it also sets the shoulder of the case back a thousandth or two more than the Full Length Sizer Die." Use a die that is in close agreement with your chamber and your brass will last an infinite number of reloadings. Use a factory spec die unless you really have a special need for "small-base" sizing like using machine-gun fired brass.
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Yes - the 5.56 case is thicker to handle higher pressures, that is the difference. Because of the thickness in case your barrel may or may not be able to shoot both ammo types. Every reloading manual I own has the case size "schematic" in it...you should own one of these: Hornady Cartridge Reloading Handbook, 8th Edition
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I'm not sure what you mean by Small Base Dies, I've used them for 223/5.56 semi auto. and have shot them in my Sig Saur M400
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A 223/5.56 Die set will load cartridges that will run through a semi auto rifle. And if that is what they are they will work but the photo attached to the question you sent shows they are for a .50 BMG and they will definitely will not load a .223 /5.56 round. I have yet to reload any cartridges with the Hornady 223 Remington set I have but I have run about 80 cartridges though my set resizing them and they worked fairly well. Jason Tillison's Answer listed is correct in the fact that the dies are full length die set. There are resizing dies that only work on the upper part of the cartridge or the neck but the set I bought are the full length set. A 223/5.56 Die set will load cartridges that will run through a semi auto rifle. And if that is what they are they will work but the photo attached to the question you sent shows they are for a .50 BMG and they will definitely will not load a .223 /5.56 round. I have yet to reload any cartridges with the Hornady 223 Remington set I have but I have run about 80 cartridges though my set resizing them and they worked fairly well. Jason Tillison's Answer listed is correct in the fact that the dies are full length die set. There are resizing dies that only... » Read More A 223/5.56 Die set will load cartridges that will run through a semi auto rifle. And if that is what they are they will work but the photo attached to the question you sent shows they are for a .50 BMG and they will definitely will not load a .223 /5.56 round. I have yet to reload any cartridges with the Hornady 223 Remington set I have but I have run about 80 cartridges though my set resizing them and they worked fairly well. Jason Tillison's Answer listed is correct in the fact that the dies are full length die set. There are resizing dies that only work on the upper part of the cartridge or the neck but the set I bought are the full length set. « Show Less
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Most of the answers here think that you are asking if the dies work for 223/556, and not whether they are "Small Base" dies or not. They are not Small Base Dies. See http://www.midwayusa.com/product/440144/hornady-custom-grade-new-dimension-2-die-set-223-remington. Small Base Dies will be clearly marked and are harder to find and not used except for full auto or specialty needs. Small Base or SB dies are becoming rare.
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Mine came with the 55gr .223. Look directly on leupolds website for a model number and see if it matches.
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No they will not, they are made for a gun that shoots pellets. Perhaps check the manufacturer's website to see what ammunition it will use.
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Yes, it takes any standard dies from any manufacturer. I've worked with everything from lee, RCBS and Hornady, up do fancier stuff like Dillon and everything works like it's supposed to.
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I have a Hornady L&L; AP and use these lee dies in mine. You just need to remember to get the L&L; bushings that the dies set in.
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I have to correct my original review. I was able to get them on, though not without some pushing and realigning. I hadn't realized previously that they are spring action. So they may fit your model 223.
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These are for the 1993 (technically, 1993.5) to 2006 so these are for the smaller 1.56" bore.
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Yes. I've purchased a couple of these for use on my Mosin, semi-auto .308, and 12 gauge. They hold up great on all of them.
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Yes: Any RCBS, Hornady, or Lee should work you'll need them to reload, so shouldn't be a problem.
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Yes, these dies are for .45 Long Colt. It can also be used for .454 Casull.
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Yes. The different calibers have nothing to do with the bases. The receivers are the same. Worked great on my son's axis and allow use of any scope, regardless of tube length.
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No expert on dies. Different capabilities based on dies included in each set. Either should work.
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Sorry cant answer that. The numbering on the pieces are odd. They dont go with a caliber just have to see if they fit.
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Yes these dies will work. 9mm luger, 9x19, and parabellum are all the same type of ammo just with different names. Some countries don't use the same terms as the U.S. Hope this helps.
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The rings fit a 1" tube. The P-223 is a 1" tube, so yes they will fit. The question is the height of the rings on the rifle you intend to mount the scope on?
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It will take any standard 7/8" dies which are about 97% of what is out there, I personally have LEE, RCBS, Lyman, Bonanza, and Dillon. They all fit without issue.
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The Lee dies are threaded 7/8"x 14 ...I use them in an RCBS press. Check the threads on your Lyman press to make sure they're the same.