.223 WIN for AR-15

[Thad]

Are group A RCBS dies ok to use for the AR-15? I was told I may need other dies for a semi-auto???

 

[scott_r]

Ive heard small base dies are a good route to go when using a semi auto. I purchased a Mini 14 Target and am using small base dies (RCBS recomends this on their site)

Cheers!!

 

[P2]

My RCBS dies work good for me. I use a lee crimp die after I seat the bullet.

 

[Corey3]

I'm using small base RCBS dies, along with the lee crimp die.

 

[Thad]

Small base dies?

 

[BC_Guy]

Small base dies resize to SAAMI minimum size. Unless you're running an AR with a tight, match-grade chamber, you don't need them.

Also, as an alternative to using a lee crimp die, you can get a Redding sizing die with a bushing for adjustable neck tension. Get a bushing that's a little tighter than normal (I could check, but I think it's a .242"?), saves you that extra step.

 

[Thad]

Ok thanks.

 

[sunray]

"....223 WIN..." Remington's goons are going to be coming for you. snicker.
As long as the sizer die is a Full Length sizer, you'll be fine. A Small Base sizer will do, but it has to be one or the other for a semi-auto. Other than that loading for a semi is no different than any other rifle. Watch the case lengths too.

 

[Thad]

Oh snap! Sorry for the WIN!