Is the Redding 99407 carbide kit compatible with standard Type-S dies or only Competition Bushing Dies?

This kit is designed exclusively for Redding Competition Bushing Neck Sizing Dies and features a dedicated competition decapping spindle rod. It is not interchangeable with standard Type-S decapping rods without the specific competition neck-die assembly.

Do I need to apply inside-neck lube when using this carbide size button?

No inside-neck lubricant is required when operating this kit. The precision-ground tungsten carbide creates minimal friction, allowing you to expand and uniform the internal diameter of .30-calibre case necks cleanly without extra lube.

Can this kit be used for calibres other than .308, such as 6.5mm or .338?

No, the Redding 99407 is strictly fixed to .30 calibre / 7.62 mm cartridges with a .308-inch bullet diameter. Attempting to use this kit on smaller or larger bores like 6.5mm or .338 cal will result in improper neck tension and potential brass damage.

Does this mechanical reloading accessory require any electrical safety compliance or SAA/RCM certification in Australia?

No electrical compliance or SAA/RCM certification is necessary because this product is entirely mechanical and manual. It requires no mains electrical connection or adapters for use on your Australian reloading bench.

Carbide Kit - Redding 99407

The Redding 30 Cal. Carbide Kit For Competition Bushing Die (MPN: 99407) is a dedicated precision reloading assembly engineered to uniform and expand the internal diameter of case necks without the need for inside-neck lubrication. Built around a precision-ground tungsten carbide size button, this assembly free-floats on a specialised competition decapping rod to self-centre within the case neck during the resizing stroke. By significantly reducing friction and brass drag compared to standard steel expanders, it preserves concentricity, minimises case stretch, and delivers consistent neck tension across .30 calibre cartridge cases.

Key Features

Lube-Free Carbide Expansion: Precision-ground tungsten carbide construction eliminates friction, allowing case neck expanding without applying inside-neck lube.
Self-Centring Free-Floating Design: The carbide expander ball floats on the spindle to naturally align with the cartridge case neck, reducing runout and cold-working of brass.
Cartridge Compatibility: Designed for .30 calibre / 7.62 mm (.308" bullet diameter) standard-to-long length cases, including .30-06 Springfield, .300 Win Mag, .30-338 Win Mag, .30 Nosler, .300 WSM, and .300 SAUM.
Complete Assembly: Includes the .30 calibre free-floating carbide size button, a competition-series decapping spindle rod, a decapping pin, and retaining hardware.
Manual Mechanical Operation: Requires no electrical power or external connections, functioning entirely within standard reloading press setups.

Specifications

Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 99407
Calibre: .30 Calibre / 7.62 mm (.308" bullet diameter)
Die Interface Compatibility: Redding Competition Bushing Neck Sizing Dies exclusively
Product Weight: Approximately 0.018 kg (18 g)
Packaged Dimensions: 146 mm (L) × 83 mm (W) × 1 mm (H)
Material: Tungsten carbide size button with steel spindle rod and hardware

Who is the Redding 30 Cal. Carbide Kit For Competition Bushing Die for?

Precision benchrest handloaders — requires consistent neck tension and low runout across .30 calibre / 7.62 mm (.308" bullet diameter) cases without introducing lubricant contamination into powder charges.
Long-range hunting ammunition reloaders — benefits from maintaining case concentricity and brass life using an 18 g (0.018 kg) free-floating carbide size button assembly designed for heavy-use magnum and standard .30 calibre cases.

Less suitable for: Handloaders sizing cartridges outside the .308" bore threshold (such as 6.5mm or .338 calibre), or those using standard full-length resizing dies and standard Type-S dies, who require standard-spindle calibre-specific carbide expander button kits or dedicated non-competition decapping rods.

SKU	RD41970LP
Model #	99407
Brand	Redding
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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