I agree with this; it is the reloader's knowledge that makes the difference.When it comes to the crimping operation, I think adequate is what you should be aiming for and not the text book crimp.
Experience countsI agree with this; it is the reloader's knowledge that makes the difference.
Purchase the RCBS Cowboy dies for the straight walled pistol cartridges...........otherwise purchase a Lyman M die (expander) and swap out the the undersized one. RCBS also offers optional/different size expander/spuds for their rifle dies...................sold separately.I'm not sure about the difference between " J " and lead bullet expander dies. How would I know going out to buy ordinary dies in the Big Box?
You can also buy the RCBS Cowboy expander parts; I have one for the 38 S&W made for .360" cast bullets.Purchase the RCBS Cowboy dies for the straight walled pistol cartridges...........otherwise purchase a Lyman M die (expander) and swap out the the undersized one. RCBS also offers optional/different size expander/spuds for their rifle dies...................sold separately.
The blame for those results doesn't rest on the equipment. That's operator error....... Sold it off to a guy that managed to blow up a M&P Victory, italian SAA clone and a Browning B92.........
Your figures agree with what I got here. Also checked my M die which agrees with what you are sharing. Based on my experience loading and shooting lead bullets in several calibers there is no problem. I have no problem with what you are sharing. My feelings are if it's not broke don't try to fix. I wonder how many pounds of lead bullets are being successfully being loaded with Dillon Dies as we speak?.354" is generally too small for most cast bullets in that caliber.
It's the equipment, yes.The blame for those results doesn't rest on the equipment. That's operator error.