300 PRC Redding Type S vs Whidden bushing Full length dies

[1611]

300 PRC ready to order my FL bushing die. Right now it’s between a Redding type S and a Whidden FL bushing sizer die. I’m going to remove the expander ball and potentially using a KM expander after sizing. Then using the Sinclair/L.E. Wilson micrometer top seater die with the KM arbor press.

My question is on the quality of the Redding vs the Whidden. Just for the sizer dies Redding is around $180 and Whidden is around $90. I understand you get what you pay for. But looking at the Whidden line and what they are doing looks decent. Anyone have any thoughts good or bad on the Whidden sizers?

 

[L.Sherm]

I will take a Whidden over a Redding.
I've got both but if I have a choice Whidden.

 

[1611]

I will take a Whidden over a Redding.
I've got both but if I have a choice Whidden.

If you don’t mind could you briefly state why? Not that I’m for or against one over the other.

 

[L.Sherm]

Whidden dies that I have dont seem to overwork the brass as much as the Reddings I have. I like the seater better also

 

[jamesh]

Another vote for Whidden. Whidden being less expensive makes it a no brainer.