Case sizing issues. Help wanted!!

Well the RCBS dies are on their way. I was finally able to find a set in 223. They were non existent for a while there and the reason I looked at Whidden in the first place. Little more than I like to spend on a die.

I was able to take some measurements tonight and compare with what I was given. The clearance hole size for the neck is oversized. I'm willing to bet that the bushing isnt sitting in the right spot either. Looks like manufacturing defect or a mislabeled die. Now not something I would like to see buying something for the first time, but I must say that the customer service from John at Whidden has been outstanding. As a tool and die maker myself, I know that mistakes are made in manufacturing and sometimes overlooked. At least now I know if I purchase something from them in the future, they stand behind their product which is more than I can say for many outfitters.

The real question is..........what should I name this wildcat caliber? Thanks again for all the info gents!!
 
chuck nelson said:
Your bushing floats. There is also a chamfer on the bushing. There will be a portion of the neck that is not sized. But there does appear to be an issue with the shoulder. I’ve sized lots of 223 cases with a Whidden FL bushing die with no issue.
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I made sure the bushing wasnt tight in the bore. The bushings also have an arrow showing which way they go. The die I purchased also came with a set of bushings starting with 0.247 and going up to 0.251. I reload mostly Nosler and Starline brass and to achieve a neck tension of 0.0015" I use a 0.246" bushing in my Hornady neck bushing die. I find that most brass including S&B and federal if I'm not mistaken would also require a bushing size of 0.246 to get that tension. I have always mic'd my loaded brass to ensure the same neck tension. Do you find yourself using larger sized bushing for any of your brass? Just curious.
 
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