The Hornady Custom Grade Series III .280 Ackley Improved rifle 2-die set is engineered for precision reloading, offering advanced features for the discerning marksman. This die set includes a full-length sizing die and a seating die, both crafted from high-quality steel to ensure durability and consistent performance. The full-length sizing die is designed to resize the entire case to factory specifications, ensuring reliable chambering and extraction. It features an adjustable expander/decapping unit for precise control over neck tension and primer removal. The seating die is equipped with a floating bullet alignment sleeve and a built-in crimping option, facilitating accurate bullet seating and secure crimping in one operation. The micrometer adjustment on the seating die allows for fine-tuning of bullet seating depth, providing the user with the ability to achieve optimal ballistic performance. Each die is polished and heat-treated for enhanced longevity and is compatible with standard 7/8-14 threaded presses. This die set is ideal for reloaders seeking to maximize the accuracy and reliability of their .280 Ackley Improved cartridges.

• A secondary category of bottleneck rifle cartridges
• Dual-die configuration - precision-calibrated sizing die and high accuracy bullet seating die for optimized reloading performance
• For cartridges with slightly lower popularity
• The seater adjustment screw facilitates precise calibration of bullet seating depths, ensuring optimal alignment and consistency in ammunition assembly
• The compression lock utilizes an O-ring to provide the required tension, facilitating precise adjustments and ensuring the die set remains securely in position
• The retainer ring features a quick-release mechanism, enabling rapid disassembly and efficient cleaning of the die within seconds
• Zip spindle design - integrated into all full-length size dies, the zip spindle ensures secure locking to prevent slippage
• Precision-cut light threads on both the spindle and spindle collet facilitate fine-tuned adjustments by rotating the spindle, while enabling swift zip movements for larger positional changes
• The Hornady Sure-Loc lock rings encircle the die, exerting uniform pressure to secure the ring
• The locking screw fastens the ring without thread contact, preventing potential damage from pliers
• Precision engineering - the internal die profile is meticulously machined and polished to ensure seamless operation, minimizing case adhesion and friction
• Our pistol dies predominantly feature a titanium nitride gold ring finish, surpassing carbide in hardness and eliminating the need for lubrication
• This ultra-durable coating is ideal for resizing soft pistol brass without scratching cases
• The elliptical expander, exclusive to Hornady, offers superior performance compared to traditional ball expanders
• It ensures exceptionally smooth neck sizing while significantly reducing friction and case neck stretching
• The internal threading design prevents the expander from becoming dislodged and the elliptical shape eliminates the necessity for a separate expander die when necking up to the next caliber
• The in-line bullet seating system ensures precise alignment of the bullet, case neck and seating stem within the sleeve prior to the bullet entering the case neck
• This system comprises a floating bullet alignment sleeve, a floating steel seating stem and an integrated crimper, all designed to achieve benchrest precision
• As bullets enter the die, they are aligned within the sleeve to ensure optimal seating and improved accuracy