can you use rcbs .40 caliber carbide dies with this press?
1283871
yes all dies same dia,so you can use any brand,i have and use rcbs dies in mine.if your going to buy lee load master.watch utube on set up/.makes things much easier.
1283872
I haven't personally reloaded any handgun ammo on this yet, but I don't see why you couldn't. Don't know if it'll help you or not, but there's a ton of demos and how to videos for this press on YouTube.
1283873
I have loaded 40 S&W; using lees carbide dies on this load master press. I also reload 556/223 and 308/762 cal. On this press. Just start slow at first until you get a feel of the press. It can be done on this press and it is a very good press for the money.this is my third lees press.
1315570
not without an adaptor - this press uses bushings that accept standard 7/8 x 14 dies
2280736
As long as the press will allow the die to install you will be okay. I use RCBS dies in a Lyman press and have done so for years. I recommend using the RCBS shell holder as well although I have been using a Hornady die with a RCBS holder and it seems to work okay.
1165619
You will need the dies for you caliber and you will need a shell trimmer. I would get some extra she'll holders so you don't have to switch from primer to press.
2183561
These dies use the industry-standard 7/8-14 thread pitch, that will work with all reloading presses using standard dies. That includes all Lee, RCBS, Dillon and Hornady presses. Don't have to buy any special press at all. My personal favourite for a single-stage is the old RCBS Rock Chucker. Classic design, available all over the place, and works just fine.Rock Chucker:RCBS Rock Chucker Supreme PressReloader 5:RCBS Reloader 5 Press Special
1895310
I haven't gotten around to using these Lee Carbide Dies but I have used Lee dies in the past with an RCBS Press and Dillon.I would assume they still work with no problem. Dies are pretty much standard size as far as I know. Some are taller than others but they fit the same hole in the press.
986914
They are pretty standard size dies. Don't see any reason why they wouldn't work. I use all lee stuff and their presses are compatible work other mfg. Dies.
2159596
It comes with its own auto primer in the box and yes you can reload any of them calabers with this press. All you have to do is buy the dies in what cartridges you need,lee,RCBA,Lyman,redding and foster they all work in this press
134449
No. Carbide dies are so smooth surfaced that they need no lubrication. What is called regular dies need some lubricant to keep the shell casing from getting stuck. Most carbide dies come in pistol calibers with very few rifle calibers. If you load pistol ammunition carbide dies are in my opinion the only way to reload. " Just my opinion." There are a lot of people out there with good advice and bad advice use good common sense and never stop asking why.
61849
yes, most dies and presses are compatible, unless you are using a shotgun or 50BMG press.
1525991
I have both a Lyman and an RCBS press. I have never had a problem with dies fitting either press. I believe that dies all meet some industry standard for threads. I have never found one in the past 20 years for reloading that was a different thread. I also own those dies and they fit my Lyman press.
1895311
the ansewer to your question is yes. RCBS is the type of loading press I use with my Lee dies.
2165107
In most cases all dies are interchangeable. I use mostly Lee and Lyman Presses also an old Pacific. I have Lee, Forrester, Hornady, RCBS and other dies. They all interchange.
2028625
you do not have to buy bushings for all dies. you can lock in one that comes with the press and then screw all of your dies in and out of that 1 bushing same as the old style presses. I do not have bushings for all of my dies but I do cave them on my dies I use the most. especially after they are dialed in. happy reloading!
810213
Yes. I have them on three RCBS sizer/neck sizer dies, .222,.223 & .243. The only difference is SmallBase dies are that they bring the case back down to minimum dimensions. You'll like it!
756752
No. It requires the same shell holder as the RCBS press. I was surprised also.
2183557
Most presses use the same dies. There are exceptions but I could use these on my Dillon XL650 with no issue if I wanted to. About the only common issue is length as some presses (like Dillon) run a long die so often times people just put the nut on the bottom.