Hornady Custom Grade Series III .280 Ackley Improved Rifle 2-Die Set

The Hornady Custom Grade Series III .280 Ackley Improved rifle 2-die set is engineered for precision reloading, offering advanced features for the discerning marksman. This die set includes a full-length sizing die and a seating die, both crafted from high-quality steel to ensure durability and consistent performance. The full-length sizing die is designed to resize the entire case to factory specifications, ensuring reliable chambering and extraction. It features an adjustable expander/decapping unit for precise control over neck tension and primer removal. The seating die is equipped with a floating bullet alignment sleeve and a built-in crimping option, facilitating accurate bullet seating and secure crimping in one operation. The micrometer adjustment on the seating die allows for fine-tuning of bullet seating depth, providing the user with the ability to achieve optimal ballistic performance. Each die is polished and heat-treated for enhanced longevity and is compatible with standard 7/8-14 threaded presses. This die set is ideal for reloaders seeking to maximize the accuracy and reliability of their .280 Ackley Improved cartridges. A secondary category of bottleneck rifle cartridges Dual-die configuration - precision-calibrated sizing die and high accuracy bullet seating die for optimized reloading performance For cartridges with slightly lower popularity The seater adjustment screw facilitates precise calibration of bullet seating depths, ensuring optimal alignment and consistency in ammunition assembly The compression lock utilizes an O-ring to provide the required tension, facilitating precise adjustments and ensuring the die set remains securely in position The retainer ring features a quick-release mechanism, enabling rapid disassembly and efficient cleaning of the die within seconds Zip spindle design - integrated into all full-length size dies, the zip spindle ensures secure locking to prevent slippage Precision-cut light threads on both the spindle and spindle collet facilitate fine-tuned adjustments by rotating the spindle, while enabling swift zip movements for larger positional changes The Hornady Sure-Loc lock rings encircle the die, exerting uniform pressure to secure the ring The locking screw fastens the ring without thread contact, preventing potential damage from pliers Precision engineering - the internal die profile is meticulously machined and polished to ensure seamless operation, minimizing case adhesion and friction Our pistol dies predominantly feature a titanium nitride gold ring finish, surpassing carbide in hardness and eliminating the need for lubrication This ultra-durable coating is ideal for resizing soft pistol brass without scratching cases The elliptical expander, exclusive to Hornady, offers superior performance compared to traditional ball expanders It ensures exceptionally smooth neck sizing while significantly reducing friction and case neck stretching The internal threading design prevents the expander from becoming dislodged and the elliptical shape eliminates the necessity for a separate expander die when necking up to the next caliber The in-line bullet seating system ensures precise alignment of the bullet, case neck and seating stem within the sleeve prior to the bullet entering the case neck This system comprises a floating bullet alignment sleeve, a floating steel seating stem and an integrated crimper, all designed to achieve benchrest precision As bullets enter the die, they are aligned within the sleeve to ensure optimal seating and improved accuracy