What reloading press thread sizes and shellholders are compatible with the Redding 80209 45-70 die set?

The Redding 80209 set features industry-standard 7/8"-14 TPI threads, making it fully compatible with all standard single-stage and progressive reloading presses available in Australia, such as RCBS, Hornady, Lee, and Redding models. Please note that it requires a standard #18 shellholder, which is sold separately.

Does this die set include a roll crimp function suitable for tubular magazine lever-action rifles?

Yes, the bullet seating die features a built-in roll crimp ring designed specifically to lock .458" projectiles securely into the case mouth. This prevents bullet setback under heavy recoil, which is critical for safe feeding in tubular magazine lever-action rifles like the Marlin and Henry platforms popular among Australian hunters.

Do I need to use case sizing lubricant with these Redding steel dies?

Yes, the Redding 80209 set consists of standard alloy steel non-carbide dies. You must apply an appropriate case sizing lubricant to every .45-70 Government brass case prior to entering the full-length sizing die to prevent cases from getting stuck inside.

Are there any specific Australian regulatory permits or electrical compliances required to purchase or use these reloading dies?

No permits are required to purchase or own reloading dies in any Australian state or territory, as they are non-regulated accessories distinct from propellants and primed brass. Furthermore, because these are completely manual, non-electric hand tools, electrical certifications such as SAA or 240V compliance do not apply.

How should I maintain these heat-treated steel dies for long-term storage in humid Australian workshop environments?

Although the components are machined from high-quality alloy steel and hand-polished for longevity, they lack modern corrosion-resistant coatings. To prevent rust in humid or coastal Australian conditions, it is recommended to wipe down the exterior and interior surfaces with a light coat of rust-prevention oil before storing them in their included storage case.

45-70 Reloading Dies - Redding 80209

The Redding Full Length 3-Die Set for Straight Wall Cases (.45-70 U.S. Government, MPN: 80209) is a manual handloading toolset engineered for resizing, expanding, and seating .45-70 rifle cartridges. Manufactured from heat-treated alloy steel in atmospherically controlled furnaces, each die is machined to tight tolerances on precision lathes and hand-polished to minimise friction. Because straight-wall rifle cases cannot be simultaneously resized and expanded in a single stroke, this three-die configuration uses a dedicated expander die to properly bell case mouths, preventing lead or jacket shaving during bullet seating. The seating die features an integrated roll crimp ring to secure bullets against heavy recoil in tubular magazine firearms.

Key Features

Three-Die Architecture: Includes a full-length sizing die with decapping rod assembly (MPN: 91209), an expander die with expander plug (MPN: 93209 / Plug: 99457), and a bullet seating die (MPN: 92209 / Plug: 01065).
Integrated Roll Crimp: Built-in crimping ring within the seating die locks bullets firmly in place to prevent setback under recoil in lever-action magazine tubes.
Universal Press Compatibility: Features industry-standard 7/8"-14 TPI threads for mounting across standard single-stage and progressive reloading presses.
Hand-Polished Alloy Steel: Heat-treated steel construction reduces internal friction and extends tool life during repeated case forming.
Non-Carbide Sizing: Standard steel sizing die designed for use with mandatory external case sizing lubricant.

Specifications

Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 80209
Calibre: .45-70 U.S. Government
Bullet Diameter Compatibility: Nominal .458" diameter projectiles
Die Thread Pitch: Standard 7/8"-14 TPI
Die Count: 3 dies (Full-Length Sizer, Case Expander, Bullet Seater with Crimp)
Required Shellholder: Standard #18 (Redding MPN: 11018, sold separately)
Material: Heat-treated alloy steel
Power Requirements: Manual operation (non-electric)

Who is the Redding 80209 .45-70 Three Die Set for?

Lever-action rifle hunters targeting big game and feral pigs — requires an integrated roll crimp ring in the 45-70 reloading die set to lock nominal .458" diameter bullets securely into straight-wall brass, preventing projectile setback caused by heavy recoil inside tubular magazines.
Single-shot and modern bolt-action target shooters reloading .45-70 ammunition — benefits from precision-machined 7/8"-14 TPI alloy steel dies with a dedicated case mouth expander plug that bells cases to seat .458" diameter cast or jacketed bullets without shaving material.

Less suitable for: Reloaders chambering shorter straight-wall variants such as .45-60 or .450 Marlin, which fall outside the standard .45-70 Government case length and require dedicated cartridge-specific die tooling.

SKU	RD102434LP
Model #	80209
Brand	Redding
Shipping Weight	0.2000kg

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