The Hornady .38 Special .357 Magnum .357 Maximum Full Length Carbide Sizing Die 046528 is engineered for precision pistol reloading. The internal die profile is precision machined and polished to a smooth finish that delivers reliable functioning without case sticking or excessive friction. The Zip Spindle design on all full length size dies positively locks to eliminate slippage, with light threads cut on both the spindle and spindle collet allowing incremental adjustments by turning the spindle or easily “zipping” it up or down for larger movements.
This die features Hornady Sure-Loc lock rings that clamp around the entire die applying constant pressure across the threads to hold the ring in place, with the locking screw tightening the ring without ever coming into contact with the threads, eliminating possible damage from pliers. The elliptical expander is superior to “ball expanders” and provides extremely smooth neck sizing and significantly reduces friction and case neck stretch, with internal threading preventing it from pulling loose.
