Frankford Arsenal Bullet Seating Die .224-.338 Cal Micrometer Reloading Tool
Frankford Arsenal 1116715
Key Features:
- Product Type: Universal Bullet Seating Die
- Compatible Bullet Diameters: .224–.338 caliber
- Die Thread: 7/8"-14
- Adjustment Type: Built-in micrometer
- Adjustment Increment: 0.001 in
- Bullet Alignment Sleeves: 9
- VLD Bullet Seating Stems: 3
- Color: Black
- UPC: 661120079507
- Units per Package: 1 die kit
Construction
- Precision-machined seating die assembly
- Cutout/window-style die body allows the bullet to be positioned and held in alignment during seating
- Integrated micrometer adjustment mechanism
- Interchangeable bullet-alignment sleeves
- Interchangeable VLD seating stems, designed to reduce the risk of damaging bullet tips
- Uses the common 7/8"-14 thread found on many standard reloading presses
- Supplied in a molded protective storage case.
Features
- One universal die covers a broad .224 through .338 caliber range
- Micrometer provides precise 0.001" seating-depth adjustments
- Windowed die body assists with bullet placement and alignment
- Nine caliber-specific alignment sleeves
- Three VLD seating stems
- One alignment sleeve and one VLD seating stem come pre-installed in the die
- Molded case keeps the die, sleeves and stems organized.
Dimensions
Frankford Arsenal does not publish verified bare-tool overall dimensions or net weight on its current product page.
A retailer lists the packaged product at approximately:
- Length/Depth: 8.0"
- Width: 5.5"
- Height: 2.0"
These should be treated as retail/package dimensions, not confirmed physical dimensions of the die itself.
Performance
- Adjustment Resolution: 0.001"
- Supported Diameter Range: .224–.338 caliber
- Press Thread: 7/8"-14
- Alignment sleeves help keep the bullet properly positioned during the seating operation
- Micrometer adjustment allows repeatable control over seating depth
- VLD stems are designed to accommodate bullet profiles while helping prevent damage to bullet tips.
Applications
Designed for rifle-cartridge reloading using compatible bullets within the specified .224–.338 caliber range and a compatible reloading press accepting 7/8"-14 dies.
Supported alignment-sleeve calibers are:
.224, .243, .257, .264, .277, .284, .308, .325, and .338 caliber.
Included
- 1 × Frankford Arsenal Universal Bullet Seating Die
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9 × Bullet Alignment Sleeves
- .224 Cal
- .243 Cal
- .257 Cal
- .264 Cal
- .277 Cal
- .284 Cal
- .308 Cal
- .325 Cal
- .338 Cal
- 3 × VLD Bullet Seating Stems
- 1 × Molded Storage Case