6br dies

[DShortt]

First experience with this chambering. Suffering from information overload.

I *think* I want a bushing die. Seems to me I probably need a body die as well?

Where would you start if you were new to this chambering?

Thanks for looking.

 

[243winxb]

6mm BR Remington or the more common 6mm Norma BR?

The Redding Type S fl Bushing die, becomes a "Body Die" when expander/decap rod is removed.

The expander can be replaced, so only decapping is done. Comes with the S die.

 

[DShortt]

6mm BR Remington or the more common 6mm Norma BR?

The Redding Type S fl Bushing die, becomes a "Body Die" when expander/decap rod is removed.

The expander can be replaced, so only decapping is done. Comes with the S die.

Not sure if it's Remington or Norma. Bought this used and the barrel is only marked 6br and neck diameter.
I suppose I'll have to cerrosafe cast the chamber to know?
The seller doesn't seem to understand cleaning procedures, so I doubt he has a clue.

 

[strut64]

I started working with the 6 Br about12 years ago. I started with the Forster set including a micrometer seating die and FL sizer. Based on the recommendation of an experienced shooter I went to a Redding bushing die. The problem with a bushing die is that eventually you develop Donuts. May or not be a problem based on your seating depth. If the base of the bullet is above the donut when seated. So beware of the bullet selection and throat dimension.

 

[DLT]

First experience with this chambering. Suffering from information overload.

I *think* I want a bushing die. Seems to me I probably need a body die as well?

Where would you start if you were new to this chambering?

Thanks for looking.

Fixing to jump into the fire with ya on mine. Should be a helpful thread for both of us

 

[X Count]

If you run a standard 7/8 press the Wilson FL bushing dies are really nice and reasonable value IMHO. Full Length Sizing Die | L.E. Wilson Inc. https://share.google/H15Ryk6x5t3s8ApKl

Yes you need a neck bushing or two for these or any other precision sizing die.

For seating die, pretty much any micrometre adjustable die from a decent maker will be fine. Redding dies are all steel which I like but plenty of other options available. Competition Seating Die (bottleneck) | Redding Reloading Equipment https://share.google/cPQPi5vYJYqgzYCVf

 

[Kracken McGraw]

For simplicity there’s nothing wrong with a Forster f/l sizing die with the high set expander.

 

[Murray Brook]

I have two 6br's and I use a Redding body die to size the case body and set my desired shoulder bump and Lee Collet die to size the neck. Works as good or better than more expensive high end dies. After this all you need is a good seater die. JME

 

[moondog]

You can't do any better than a Harrells bushing Die.

 

[Hipshoot]

I have two 6br's and I use a Redding body die to size the case body and set my desired shoulder bump and Lee Collet die to size the neck. Works as good or better than more expensive high end dies. After this all you need is a good seater die. JME

This plus add a Lee micrometer seating die(cheap) and you are all set.

Hip

P.S. If you are not a bench rest shooter the above combo will do fine.

If you are as ANAL as a GOLFER or BENCHRESTER or God Forbid BOTH-----GO FOR THE SKY!!!

 

[DShortt]

This plus add a Lee micrometer seating die(cheap) and you are all set.

Hip

P.S. If you are not a bench rest shooter the above combo will do fine.

If you are as ANAL as a GOLFER or BENCHRESTER or God Forbid BOTH-----GO FOR THE SKY!!!

Just getting my feet wet. Might not even like this, don't know until I try.

 

[bozo699]

Just getting my feet wet. Might not even like this, don't know until I try.

I have many 6br dies from Redding to Forster to custom . For the money I don’t think you will find a better die than the Wilson f/l bushing die.
Wayne

 

[muleystalker]

Or you could load and shoot a couple of pieces of brass 3 times and send them to Harrell's and they will fix you right up, they are great guys and make a great die.

 

[AlNyhus]

My suggestion is to first determine what 6BR chamber you have...the 1.560" 'Norma' or the 1.520" 'Remington'. The back end of the 'Remington BR' chambers will be a bit smaller than the ''Norma' 6BR chamber. And figure out the neck diameter, if it isn't on the barrel.

Do you have any brass? -Al

 

[DShortt]

My suggestion is to first determine what 6BR chamber you have...the 1.560" 'Norma' or the 1.520" 'Remington'. The back end of the 'Remington BR' chambers will be a bit smaller than the ''Norma' 6BR chamber. And figure out the neck diameter, if it isn't on the barrel.

Do you have any brass? -Al

Sending a PM

 

[243winxb]

Lee Collet die

Lee has said the newer die leaves a flaired case mouth? May make a difference?
https://support.leeprecision.net/en/knowledgebase

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Lee shortened the working portion of the collet, so a short section of the case neck is not resized. This does two important things that result in at least three worthwhile advantages:
1. It reduces working on the case mouth, to almost zero
2. It leaves the case mouth expanded enough to allow the bullet base to enter freely

 

[SSchnd]

Very happy with Wilson FL sizing bushing die

 

[Murray Brook]

Lee has said the newer die leaves a flaired case mouth? May make a difference?
https://support.leeprecision.net/en/knowledgebase

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Simply have to use a washer/shim of the proper thickness between the shell holder and die and all works good. For a 6br you can use a 6mm ppc collet die or a 6mm arc collet die with the shim..

 

[vegas]

This plus add a Lee micrometer seating die(cheap) and you are all set.

Do you have a part number for this? I couldn't find it on their site.

Thanks!

 

[Murray Brook]

92215 ( standard rifle )