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Locking Rings for Dies

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I just recently bought a new set of dies from RCBS and the locking ring is not the same size as it use to be. I am using them in an old Bonanza (Forester) press. The locking ring on the new dies is only about 1/4" thick. The rings I need are at least 5/16". There is just so much play in them it is impossible to get the same results in every case.

Are there new rings available anymore for the older equipment???

Steve
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Forster, Hornady, original RCBS, Lyman aftermarket, and Sinclair lock rings are all cross-bolt style and will work fine in the co-ax. RCBS switched to set screws (steel first, then brass) at some point a long time ago. Lyman includes set screw rings with their dies, but sells the cross-bolt ring separately.

These cross-bolt lock rings lock securely and squarely on the die body, without marring the die threads, and are thicker than set screw types, which works well with the co-ax.

Andy
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