What specific calibres is the Redding 01031 Decapping Rod designed to fit?

The Redding 01031 Decapping Rod is engineered specifically for sub-calibre small-bore bottleneck cartridges, including .17 Remington, .204 Ruger, .20 Tactical, and .17 Tactical. It features a slim shank profile designed to pass cleanly through narrow .17-calibre and .20-calibre neck dies without binding.

Does the Redding 01031 Decapping Rod come with the decapping pin and expander ball included?

No, this product is the steel threaded decapping rod only. The decapping pin and expander ball/size button must be purchased separately as individual replacement components or used from your existing die setup.

Can I use the Redding 01031 rod in standard .22-calibre or larger Redding sizing dies?

No, this slimline rod is incompatible with .22-calibre and larger sizing dies. Standard-calibre Redding dies require larger-diameter decap spindles and thicker expander balls, such as part numbers #01025, #01026, or #01030.

Does this decapping rod require any electrical certification or permits for purchase in Australia?

No electrical certifications like SAA or RCM are required because this is a non-powered, mechanical reloading tool. Furthermore, it is legal to purchase and ship domestically across all Australian states and territories without calibre-specific firearm licensing restrictions.

What type of dies are compatible with this Redding 01031 decapping rod?

This rod fits Redding standard Full Length Sizing and Neck Sizing dies for the specified .17 and .20 calibres. Note that Type-S Bushing dies use specific bushing-spindle assemblies rather than this standard conventional rod.

How can I prevent bending or damaging the Redding 01031 decapping rod during heavy reloading sessions?

To protect the heat-treated alloy steel rod from bending or thread stripping, always apply appropriate case lubricant to prevent stuck cases on your reloading bench. Excessive force against unlubricated cases can exceed the tensile threshold of small-bore spindles.

Decapping Rod - Redding 01031

The Redding Decapping Rod (Part No. 01031) is a genuine heat-treated alloy steel replacement spindle engineered for Redding conventional Full Length Sizing and Neck Sizing dies. Designed specifically for small-bore bottleneck cartridges, this mechanical component provides the central structural axis inside the die body to hold the size button and retain the decapping pin for punching spent primers from cartridge cases during the reloading stroke.

Key Features

OEM Small-Bore Profile: Engineered with a slim shank diameter to clear narrow .17-calibre and .20-calibre case mouths and necks without binding or catching.
Precision Machined Steel: Manufactured from heat-treated alloy steel to maintain structural rigidity and thread integrity under standard manual reloading press operations.
Direct Replacement: Replaces factory-original decapping rods that have been bent, stripped, or damaged due to stuck cases or off-centre primer hits.
Threaded Mounting: Integrates directly into compatible Redding sizing die bodies, seating small-bore expander balls and decapping pins securely along the centreline.

Specifications

Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 01031
Material: Heat-treated alloy steel
Calibre Compatibility: .17 Remington (.172" bullet diameter), .204 Ruger (.204" bullet diameter), .20 Tactical, and .17 Tactical
Die Compatibility: Redding standard Full Length Sizing dies and Neck Sizing dies
Component Type: Standalone threaded decapping rod (decapping pin and expander button sold separately)
Power Requirements: Manual press operated (0V mechanical tool)

Who is the Redding 01031 Decapping Rod For 17 Remington 204 Ruger & 20 Tactical Dies for?

Small-bore precision reloaders — requires a dedicated slimline decapping rod designed to clear narrow .172-inch and .204-inch case necks without contacting brass mouths during the sizing stroke.
Bench handloaders repairing damaged dies — restores bent or stripped decapping spindles in Redding sizing dies tailored specifically for .17 Remington and .204 Ruger cartridges back to factory mechanical alignment.

Less suitable for: Handloaders running standard .22-calibre (.224") or larger sizing dies; these larger diameters require larger-diameter decapping spindle rods to match standard Redding expander balls and die threads.

SKU	RD102495LP
Model #	01031
Brand	Redding
Shipping Weight	0.1000kg

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