The Hornady 44-40 Winchester Cowboy (.429) Expander Die (Model 044593) is purpose-built for reloaders who work with lead bullets. This bullet expanding die is specially designed for reloaders choosing to reload lead bullets, and helps to ensure that ammunition is loaded without deforming lead bullets. The expander die expands the case mouth to the proper diameter needed to safely seat cast projectiles.
Hornady’s Cowboy Die sets have been designed for cast bullet reloaders, with each set featuring a full-length sizing die, an adjustable case mouth expander die and seater die that is designed for working with lead bullets. This expander die represents Hornady’s commitment to precision engineering for the unique demands of cowboy action shooting and traditional lead bullet reloading.
As a standalone component, the Cowboy Die Expander is a slightly different diameter than standard expanders because of the need to load unjacketed lead bullets. Whether you’re loading for Winchester lever guns or period-correct handgun ammunition, this die delivers the controlled expansion needed for reliable, consistent ammunition assembly with cast bullets.
