.45 die?
04-06-2003, 02:49 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: sweet home oregon USA
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.45 die?
i got a question , i have been reloading for a few years now but with rifle dies now i want to reload for my .45 so i bought a rcbs taper crimp , question is should i have bought a roll crimp ? i am new at pistol reloading? i could use your addvice. thanx
04-08-2003, 08:14 PM
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Nontypical Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
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RE: .45 die?
No, what we are asking is which 45 caliber cartridge. There is the 45 ACP, 45 Colt, 45 Smith & Wesson, etc. Where the difference comes to play is how the cartridge headspaces in the gun. The 45 ACP headspaces on the case mouth so you don' t want a roll crimp. The 45 Colt headspaces on the rim so you can roll crimp it.
04-09-2003, 11:51 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Watertown, SD USA
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RE: .45 die?
Since you said you have a Kimber you are shooting .45ACP ammunition. To answer your question, the .45ACP should be crimped with a taper crimp die. Only revolver loads should be crimped with a roll crimp die. I hope this helps and have fun shooting.
MarkinND
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