The Lyman Premium Carbide 4 Die Set 38/357 (Model: LY-PC38357) is a precision-engineered reloading toolset designed for high-volume processing of .38 Special and .357 Magnum handgun cartridges. Built with an all-steel construction, this premium set is designed to streamline the reloading process while ensuring maximum accuracy and case longevity. By utilizing a highly polished tungsten carbide sizing ring, this set eliminates the need for case lubrication during resizing, saving valuable preparation time and preventing messy residue buildup on your brass. It is fully compatible with standard reloading presses, making it a reliable addition to any Australian reloading bench.

Key Features:

• Tungsten Carbide Sizing Ring: The full-length sizing die features a highly polished tungsten carbide ring that resizes brass without the need for case lube, reducing preparation time and keeping ammunition clean.
• Two-Step "M" Expander Die: This proprietary design expands the case neck to the exact bullet diameter and creates a precise, slightly wider step at the mouth. This allows cast, jacketed, or plated bullets to sit perfectly straight before seating, preventing shaved lead or copper jacket damage and improving concentricity.
• Separate Taper Crimp Die: By separating the seating and crimping processes into two distinct steps, this 4-die set prevents case buckling and ensures uniform crimp tension, which is crucial for consistent chambering in revolvers and lever-action rifles.
• Hardened Steel Decapping Rod: Features a robust, one-piece decapping rod assembly within the sizing die to reliably deprime spent cases.
• Interchangeable Seating Screws: Includes extra seating screws designed to match popular bullet nose profiles, such as round nose, semi-wadcutter, and flat point, protecting the bullet nose from deformation during seating.

Product Specifications:

• Model/SKU: LY-PC38357 (Manufacturer Part Number: 7680200)
• Compatible Calibres: .38 Special and .357 Magnum
• Thread Size: Standard 7/8"-14 thread (compatible with almost all standard single-stage and turret reloading presses)
• Material: All-steel construction with a Tungsten Carbide sizing ring
• Included Components: Full-length Carbide Sizing Die, Two-Step Neck Expander "M" Die, Bullet Seating Die, Separate Taper Crimp Die, Shell Holder, and a durable plastic storage case
• Packaged Dimensions: Approximately 14.6 cm (5.75 in) in height and 11.2 cm (4.4 in) in width
• Packaged Weight: Approximately 900 grams

Who It Is For:

This premium die set is engineered for Australian sports shooters, competitive club members, and hunters who demand high-quality, consistent handloaded ammunition. It is particularly beneficial for active participants in Western Action shooting, handgun target disciplines, and small-game pest control who shoot .38 Special or .357 Magnum cartridges in high volumes. Whether you are reloading on a single-stage press or a turret press, this set provides the necessary precision to produce reliable ammunition that chambers smoothly in both revolvers and lever-action rifles.