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SKU: LEE90866
UPC: 734307908669
MPN: 90866
The Lee Factory Pistol Crimp Die for .38 Super/.38 ACP is a precision reloading tool engineered to simultaneously size and crimp pistol cartridges in a single stroke. Built by Lee Precision—a manufacturer with decades of experience in progressive and single-stage reloading equipment—this crimp die incorporates a carbide sizer that post-sizes your brass while the crimp mechanism ensures consistent case mouth tension around the bullet. For shooters who handload .38 Super or .38 ACP ammunition, combining sizing and crimping into one station reduces setup complexity and press cycles, directly translating to faster reload times without sacrificing uniformity.
The carbide sizer component is the core advantage here. Unlike hardened steel sizing dies, carbide requires no lubrication—a significant quality-of-life improvement when running high-volume batches. The die accepts standard press mounting and integrates into existing Lee reloading systems. The factory crimp function applies a taper crimp (the industry standard for autoloading pistol ammunition), which reduces bullet setback and ensures reliable feeding and extraction across a variety of firearms. Shooters working with .38 Super semi-autos or traditional .38 ACP handguns will find this die delivers repeatable results suitable for both target practice and duty ammunition.
This tool is purpose-built for dedicated reloaders who process .38 Super or .38 ACP in volume. Whether you're working through range brass from competitive shooting, law enforcement training cycles, or personal stock, the combined sizing and crimp function saves operational steps. Reloaders transitioning from single-cavity dies to this approach will notice improved consistency in case dimensions and crimp uniformity—critical factors when matching ammunition to firearms with tight tolerances. The carbide construction and proven Lee engineering make this die a practical long-term investment for anyone serious about .38 Super or .38 ACP ammunition production.
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