The Redding Type S Bushing Neck Sizing Die is a precision reloading tool designed specifically to resize the case necks of fire-formed 6.5x47 Lapua brass. By leaving the case body and shoulder dimensions untouched, this die preserves the precise fire-formed fit of brass re-chambered into the same bolt-action rifle while minimising case working to extend brass service life.

Key Features

• Freely Floating Bushing System: Utilises standard Redding interchangeable sizing bushings (1/2" outer diameter by 3/8" length, available in 0.001" increments) that self-centre on the case neck to minimise runout and enhance cartridge concentricity.
• Adjustable Neck Sizing Depth: Features a threaded decapping rod assembly that allows reloaders to adjust the vertical sizing depth to size either the entire neck or a partial portion.
• Dual Sizing Configuration: Can be configured with the standard expander size button for unturned brass or converted using the included decapping pin retainer for buttonless sizing on turned-neck cases to prevent excess work-hardening.
• Standard Thread Mounting: Constructed with standard industry 7/8"-14 mounting threads for direct compatibility with standard single-stage and turret reloading presses.

Specifications

• Calibre Compatibility: 6.5x47 Lapua (0.264" / 6.5 mm projectile diameter)
• Mounting Thread: 7/8"-14 thread pattern
• Compatible Shellholder: Redding Shellholder #1 (or equivalent standard 6.5x47 / .308 bolt-face shellholder; sold separately)
• Bushing Compatibility: Redding standard bushings (1/2" O.D. x 3/8" length; sold separately)
• Included Components: Die body, complete decapping rod assembly with expander button, decapping pin retainer, spare decapping pin, lock ring, and storage box
• Operation: Manual handloading press operation
• Shipping Weight: Approximately 0.35–0.45 kg

Who is the Redding Type S Bushing Neck Sizing Die for 6.5x47 Lapua for?

• F-Class and full-bore competitive shooters — Requires precise, micro-level control over neck tension and runout using interchangeable bushings in 6.5x47 Lapua brass mounted to standard 7/8"-14 threaded presses to maintain strict muzzle velocity standard deviations across 300 to 1000 yards.
• Extreme long-range precision reloaders — Relies on this 6.5x47 Lapua neck sizing die to minimise brass work-hardening and maintain fire-formed chamber concentricity across repeated firings for extended-distance target engagement past 1000 yards.

Less suitable for: Fire-formed cases that have reached bolt-closure resistance (typically occurring after 3 to 5 firings due to body expansion and shoulder growth), or ammunition intended for multiple rifles and semi-automatic platforms; a full-length sizing die or dedicated body die is required to bump the shoulder and resize the case body in these situations.