I just got in a new redding 308 FL die set today and have got a case stuck this has never happend on my RCBS dies can anyone tell me if this is common and what to do about it
I had it several times on RCBS but never on Redding. Did you clean the die thoroughly before using? As for what to do, get a stuck case remover. It is a handy tool to have around.
You might try using a little more lube. I really like Imperial Sizing Die wax.
One brand die will stick just as bad as another. Lack of lube is why cases stick most of the time. Putting the wrong case in the die is another common reason.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: RemXCR2009</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The dies were brand new do I still need to clean the inside of them before using them </div></div>
Reading the instructions is a good place to start. Sam
I have had similar issues, most commonly with Lake City Match .308 Brass, I have been told this brass is harder, I have had 2 stuck cases in a row. Not a happy camper. Now I do put an excessive amount of lub on the LC cases and have not had an issue. The imperial wax was not a help with this brass.
Good Luck