Lee Collet Die question

[moondog]

I'm thinking of trying a Lee collet die for my 6BRA. They don't offer it though.
So, my question is, could I use a Dasher or 6BR version?

 

[Cemetery21]

Custom Neck Sizing Die only

Custom Collet Die set consists of the collet necksizing die, the easy adjust dead length bullet seating die and a shell holder. If you are interested in a custom Collet die set, send payment and two fired cases from the rifle that the ammunition is to be reloaded for, as well as a sample bullet.

leeprecision.com

 

[jrb06]

I had them make me a 6 Dasher and even though I didn't need the seating die you don't have the option to order it without.

 

[BoydAllen]

Keep your eye out for a 6PPC die on eBay. They are discontinued but you see them from time to time. I bought one specifically to neck size 6BRA cases to send in to Harrell Precision with a die order. The die will work for PPC, BR and BRA.

 

[Murray Brook]

I use a 6mm PPC Lee Collet die for my 6 BR. With the proper shim/washer it works great. Should do the same for the BRA.

 

[Rat Rifle]

I'm thinking of trying a Lee collet die for my 6BRA. They don't offer it though.
So, my question is, could I use a Dasher or 6BR version?

I use My 6BR version on My 6BRA
As stated in post #2, LEE will make You a 6BRA Collet Die.

 

[243winxb]

243 Win- Takes 25 lbs pressure (measured) on my Rockchucker handle to size the neck enough to hold a bullet. Using Lee instructions. There are other methods, that may work better?

To much "exercise" for me.

https://support.leeprecision.net/en/search?query=Collet+die

If you’re a long-time user of Lee Collet Neck Sizing Die you may notice we have modified the Collet so a small portion of the neck protrudes through the end of the Collet-Sizing portion. This often-requested modification was implemented in 2019.

This change allows the portion of the neck that protrudes above the Collet to remain in its fire formed condition. This provides a natural flare to the case neck allowing easy and concentric seating of bullets. This is especially important when seating cast bullets or low drag coated bullets.

Noted author and cartridge designer M. L. McPherson has suggested this modification for years for its ease of use, better function and improved accuracy

 

[BoydAllen]

243 Win- Takes 25 lbs pressure (measured) on my Rockchucker handle to size the neck enough to hold a bullet. Using Lee instructions. There are other methods, that may work better?

To much "exercise" for me.

https://support.leeprecision.net/en/search?query=Collet+die

In the past, when I used collet dies a lot, I would adjust the die down a little at a time from first contact of the sleeve with the shell holder until I felt a slight toggling using my Rock Chucker. This is press specific since some presses are apparently set up so that the ram backs down a bit at the end of the stroke. If you want more neck tension with a collet die, you can sand the mandrel down a bit or order a smaller mandrel from Lee. I have done the former working carefully using a corded drill, folding some 320 grit wet and dry around the mandrel. For unturned necks, the combination of a properly adjusted body die and collet die does a very good job.

 

[kelbro]

In the past, when I used collet dies a lot, I would adjust the die down a little at a time from first contact of the sleeve with the shell holder until I felt a slight toggling using my Rock Chucker. This is press specific since some presses are apparently set up so that the ram backs down a bit at the end of the stroke. If you want more neck tension with a collet die, you can sand the mandrel down a bit or order a smaller mandrel from Lee. I have done the former working carefully using a corded drill, folding some 320 grit wet and dry around the mandrel. For unturned necks, the combination of a properly adjusted body die and collet die does a very good job.

I did the same. Slight cam over with the Rockchucker. Very consistent sizing and neck tension.

 

[Hipshoot]

I have sized .222 cases in my .223 die. It sizes about half the neck which is fine by me!

Hip

 

[TC260]

I have sized .222 cases in my .223 die. It sizes about half the neck which is fine by me!

Hip

I did it that way for a long time with a 357 Herrett. For some reason that escapes me now I got a barrel and only had a seating die so used a 35 Rem LCD to size the half the neck, it worked fine for a long time until picking up a FL die.

 

[Chilly807]

In the past, when I used collet dies a lot, I would adjust the die down a little at a time from first contact of the sleeve with the shell holder until I felt a slight toggling using my Rock Chucker. This is press specific since some presses are apparently set up so that the ram backs down a bit at the end of the stroke. If you want more neck tension with a collet die, you can sand the mandrel down a bit or order a smaller mandrel from Lee. I have done the former working carefully using a corded drill, folding some 320 grit wet and dry around the mandrel. For unturned necks, the combination of a properly adjusted body die and collet die does a very good job.

This is what I did with a Lee 303 Brit neck sizing die. The mandrel came .308, I took it down to .3065-ish. Before sanding the mandrel, you could push a bullet into the sized neck with your fingers. I'm also using a rock chucker.

Plus, annealing the cases helps reduce spring back.

To be fair to Lee, the 303 bullets I'm using measured .3105, not the standard .312

One word of advice, if you reduce the mandrel size, reduce it all the way to the end, otherwise it'll act like an expander button. It took me a few seconds to figure out why I was feeling a drag as I lowered the ram.

 

[Frankm]

They make a 6 ARC collet die, can buy it individually or with a seater. Measure your case length to the beginning of the neck and compare to the ARC spec. Hopefully be close enough to work.

 

[Frankm]

I just looked and the ARC is .018 longer so I d guess it ll size enough of your neck to work. Just make sure the main die body diameter will accept the fatter 6BR case. I could check mine if you can’t determine that.

 

[Chris Edmondson]

Keep your eye out for a 6PPC die on eBay. They are discontinued but you see them from time to time. I bought one specifically to neck size 6BRA cases to send in to Harrell Precision with a die order. The die will work for PPC, BR and BRA.

One thing to be aware of concerning the Lee 6mm PPC collet die, the part number and UPC for that discontinued die has been recycled (reused) by Lee; the identifiers now refer to an Auto Breach Lock Pro Shell Plate #14. I found this out the hard way, I ordered a die figuring it was New-Old-Stock (NOS), I got a shell holder instead. The dealer is refunding the purchase. According to the dealer this has been going on for some time. Unfortunately the stock pictures used in online ads may indicate the incorrect product.

Incidentally, if anyone needs an Auto Breach Shell Holder...

 

[Frankm]

Curiosity killed the cat …. Anyway, just ran a 6 GT and 6 CM case up into my 6 ARC collet die, the body diameter fits fine!!

I think you ll be able to neck size your 6 BRA case just fine.

Good luck!

 

[old_heli_logger]

I custom ordered a 6ppc neck collet die from Lee. You have to send them two fired cases and your projectile...they will send them back. I got their collet die and bullet seating die for $100. I haven't had a chance to use them yet, but everything looks great.

 

[BHP9]

This is my opinion of the Lee Collet Die. CRAP!

I sized 6 new Lapua brass - all OK - but this happened to the 7th.

Also the mandrel was over size.

 

[Pirate69]

This is my opinion of the Lee Collet Die. CRAP!

I sized 6 new Lapua brass - all OK - but this happened to the 7th.

Also the mandrel was over size.

Can you provide a closer photo of the case?

 

[Murray Brook]

What case are you sizing