Redding Type S Bushing FL sizing die

[shooter777]

I just bought my first bushing die. It's a redding type s bushing fl sizing die. I bought it from ebay because I couldn't find one anywhere else. When I disassembled it I noticed that the lock nut is only .186 in thick. A lot less thicker than the one shown in the quick start guide. Did I get screwed or am I missing something? Thanks.

 

[rady]

What caliber die and could you show a picture? Something doesn't sound right.

 

[shooter777]

This is a pic

 

[shooter777]

It's 6.5 creedmoor

 

[iashooter]

Looks correct to me. You just need bushings now.

 

[rustyinbend]

Looks just like all of mine do ... minus the bushing, of course. What do you think looks wrong?

 

[spife7980]

I think he means the depth stop of how far the stem screws into the die. Mine measure ~.186 too. It’s normal.

 

[rustyinbend]

Just a quick note if you've never used these before ...

IF you don't use the decapping/expander (like I don't) and remove it, insert the proper bushing, AND the lock ring (minus the pin) for proper use.

 

[rady]

It looks just fine. I use an expander, and remove the stem entirely. I insert the bushing with the locking ring on top, then seat the adjuster on top with just a little wiggle room (1/16th turn) for the bushing to be able to move.

 

[shooter777]

Thanks for the help, guys. It looks like I've got the right one.