Great explanation. I started using this method 2 years ago. I still like to do measurements, I am too OCD to stop. But, once I learned this method, I figured out it’s really what matters. I liked your clear and brief explanation. Very nice. Have a good day.
Thanks for the great explanation. Can I ask a really basic/dumb question? How do I change the setting on my dies to change the amount of bump to be less or more? I’m using the ultimate Lee set for 6.5 Creedmoor if that matters.
First - if you have a question about reloading....ask!!! There are no dumb questions when dealing with something as dangerous/important as reloading. Second, never just blindly trust what someone on the internet says (yes, that includes me). Think about what people write, and see if the logic makes sense. This will help you learn and solve problems. To answer your question = I take out the bushing or expander ball so I am not messing with the neck diameter - only the shoulder bump. Assuming your die to close to where you want it - Start by indicating location of die and locking ring while the die is in the press. I just use a sharpie by making a line on the locking ring and threads on die. Then, unlock the locking ring (usually an allen wrench). Now if you want more shoulder bump - screw the die down. If you want less, unscrew the die up. When you get close to where you want to be, it will take very small changes (this is where the indicating mark comes in handy) Once you get the desired shoulder bump tighten the allen bolt on the locking ring. Make a new indicator mark - erase (dissolve) the other one. You might have to use a pliers (RCBS also make a die tool) to get the die to unscrew from the press. It is not unusual for this to take 3,4, 5 or more cases to get the die where you want. Don't worry - just shoot them and they will fireform back. Hope this helps. Feel free to email me at ctdshooting@gmail.com and we can discuss futher.
