stupid reloading question

dkosto99

February 17, 2005 20:20

I need to buy another set of dies for my Lee anniversary press and wondering if I need to buy Lee dies or does it matter which manufacturer I buy for the press?
I already know some of you don't care for Lee presses but I'm only looking for opinions regarding dies and compatability.
If it matters, the cartridge is 7mm-08.
Thanks,
Dan

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  haroldchrismeyer

  February 17, 2005 20:46

  Lee presses are compatible with most other brands of dies. I like Lee pistol dies, but prefer RCBS dies for rifle, especially if full length sizing.

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  Tailgunner1954

  February 18, 2005 01:47

  The majority of presses use a standard 7/8-14 thread. There's a couple of Dillon presses (not all of them), and the old Lyman 310 "tong tool", that use properity die sets.
  
  

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  Some guys like a mag full of lead, I still prefer one round to the head.

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  Xracer

  February 18, 2005 03:18

  Any standard-size dies should fit your Lee Anniversary press. I would, however, recommend that you stick with brand name quality dies and avoid the "bargain" no-name types.
  
  BTW, the only "stupid question" is the one you don't ask. Especially when it comes to realoading.

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  DIRTYRAT

  February 18, 2005 03:39

  That's not a "Stupid" question! I did'nt know either until I asked![;)]
  
  Ruric, NE OHIO

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  l-girl

  February 18, 2005 11:31

  If you ever move up to any of Lee's progressive presses, be sure to get Lee "thru the mouth" expander dies (usually part of the three piece carbide set for pistol calibers) so you can mount the powder dispenser on your die. This will allow you to charge the case on the press. Many other brands of dies don't have an opening in the expander die to allow charging.
  
  Personally, I like the Lee 1000 progressive, but the Load Master gave me a lot of problems.
  
  Best regards,Rich

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