SKU: 90866
UPC: 734307908669
MPN: 90866
The Lee Carbide Factory Crimp Die for .38 Super is a precision reloading tool designed for shooters and ammunition manufacturers who demand consistent, reliable ammunition that chambers flawlessly every time. Built for both .38 Super and .38 ACP cartridges, this die addresses a critical requirement in high-volume or match-grade reloading: applying a uniform roll crimp while simultaneously sizing the cartridge. Whether you're a competitive handloader, law enforcement armorer, or tactical firearms instructor, factory crimp dies eliminate the variability that can result from separate sizing and crimping operations.
Carbide construction provides superior hardness and wear resistance compared to steel dies, enabling thousands of rounds to be processed without dimensional drift or loss of accuracy. The Lee design integrates sizing and crimping into a single press stroke, reducing setup time and potential for human error. An adjusting screw allows quick and precise control over crimp depth—critical for semi-automatic pistol ammunition where excessive crimp can cause pressure spikes, while insufficient crimp risks bullet setback under recoil or feeding stress. The roll crimp design grips the bullet securely without deforming the cartridge case neck, preserving case life and maintaining headspace consistency shot to shot.
This die is essential for anyone running high-round-count training cycles or deploying .38 Super in competition or duty applications. The factory crimp function ensures every round will positively chamber freely, eliminating feed failures and stoppages that compromise reliability in critical moments. Compatible with standard Lee single-stage and turret presses, installation is straightforward—simply thread into your existing reloading setup and adjust the crimp collar to your preferred specification. Serious reloaders recognize that carbide factory crimp dies represent a modest investment that pays dividends in consistency, safety, and ammunition performance over hundreds of reloading sessions.
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