Which die's 280AI (Nosler)

[Migolito]

I'm in the midst of 'upgrading' my reloading room/equipment. I currently reload using the standard die's from RCBS...and they do ok for my hunting load in all my rifles. However, I'm trying to step up my game a little with my 280AI hunting rifle loads. So, among precise case prep, significantly more precise measurements, etc. I'm sticking with my RCBS Rock Crusher IV based on GavinToobes rx. on how precise it performs, although Im open to rx. I'm looking to get better Die's. Forster is out as they do NOT produce any 280AI Die's. I'm looking at Redding Die's.
I'll be using a Mandrel AND Neck turning so, I'm thinking I don't want(need) to use a bushing Die...(or did I get that wrong?)
So, I'm looking for Rx on a Full Length Redding Match grade Die and a Micrometer Die. Or, what other Dies should I be looking at? I shoot Barnes 145LRX however, may also shoot VLD- I see the Redding Micrometer also has a 'new' VLD Micrometer.

I appreciate any assist.
M

 

[SeabeeKen]

I had to get Redding dies for my 250ai since RCBS no longer makes them, and they have been an issue since I bought them. Sizer induced .010 neck runout. After a lengthly phone call, I sent them back. After 3 weeks they returned and runout was down to .003". After sizing, I run cases over Lee collet die to get it down to <.002. Then the seater gives me .004 bullet runout. Bought a FA Universal seater to try when I feel better (omicron). Not trying to bash Redding but I only ever had 1 issue with RCBS and they shipped me a new die in 24 hrs. Big difference in CS and quality. YMMV

Everything precision except the bullets. Check your bullets and you may find some variation there. I stopped using Barnes tipped about a year ago when I found the tips wobbling and some broken. Went to TSX until they were unavailable and switched to Hammers. I'll never go back