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HORNADY 546533 SERIES 2 3 DIE SET TITANIUM NITRIDE 10MM-40 S&W
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SKU: 546533-090255565331
Overview
Built for reloaders working with 10mm and .40 S&W, this three-die set covers the core steps needed to size, expand, and seat bullets for handgun ammunition. The full-length sizing die uses Hornady’s Zip Spindle to help keep adjustments secure, while the seating die includes a floating alignment sleeve and seating stem designed to support bullet-to-case alignment during seating. It is a practical setup for shooters who want a straightforward die set for routine handgun loading, with the shellholder sold separately. Hornady also recommends cleaning and lubricating the metal parts before use.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Includes Full
Length sizer, expander, and seater
Zip Spindle
Design helps reduce spindle slippage
Seater Die
Uses a floating alignment sleeve
Designed Align
The case during seating
Shellholder Is
Your existing equipment
Key Features
- Custom Grade New Dimension 3-die set for 10mm and .40 S&W
- Includes full length sizer die, expander die, and seater die
- Full length sizer die uses a Zip Spindle to reduce spindle slippage
- Zip Spindle design simplifies spindle lock adjustments
- Seater die includes a floating bullet seater alignment sleeve and seating stem
- Shellholder sold separately
Best Used For
- Avid reloaders building 10mm or .40 S&W handgun ammunition with a three-die setup
- Shooters wanting a full-length sizer, expander, and seater die set in one package
- Reloaders who prefer a floating bullet seater alignment sleeve for seating alignment
- Users making frequent die adjustments and wanting the Zip Spindle design for easier tightening
- Handloaders who need a shellholder separately and already have compatible press setup
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Titanium Nitride |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 10mm-40 S&W |
| Country Of Origin | United States Of America |
| Die Set Type | Full Length Sizer Die, Expander Die, Seater Die |
| Expander Die | Included |
| Floating Bullet Seater Alignment Sleeve | Yes |
| Full Length Sizer Die | Included |
| Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner Degreaser And Dry Lubricant Part Number | 9990 or 99901 |
| Product Type | 3-Die Set |
| Recommended Pre Use Lubrication | Spraying all metal parts with Hornady One Shot Gun Cleaner-Degreaser and Dry Lubricant before using the dies |
| Seater Die | Included |
| Seating Stem | Yes |
| Series | Custom Grade New Dimension |
| Shellholder Included | No |
| Shellholder Sold Separately | Yes |
| Zip Spindle | Yes |
Pros
- Includes full length sizer, expander, and seater dies in one set.
- Zip Spindle design helps reduce spindle slippage during adjustments.
- Seater die uses a floating alignment sleeve and seating stem.
- Designed to align the bullet with the case during seating.
- Shellholder is sold separately, allowing setup with your existing equipment.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Shellholder is sold separately, so the set is not fully ready to use on its own.
- The set is configured for 10mm and .40 S&W, which limits it to those cartridges rather than a broader multi-caliber setup.
- Hornady recommends spraying the metal parts with One Shot Gun Cleaner-Degreaser and Dry Lubricant before use, adding a prep step before loading.
- The product description does not specify carbide sizing, so users should verify the die construction details they want before purchase.
Suggested Comparisons
- Handloading die set
- Pistol reloading dies
- Full-length sizing die set
- Bullet seating die set
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading press
- Shellholder
- Case lubricant
- Reloading scale
Frequently Asked Questions
What dies are included in this Hornady 3-die set?
The set includes a Custom Grade New Dimension Full Length Sizer Die, Expander Die, and Seater Die.
Is a shellholder included with this die set?
No. The product data states that the shellholder is sold separately.
What cartridge is this die set made for?
This set is listed for 10mm-40 S&W.
What is the Zip Spindle feature on the sizing die?
Hornady says the Full Length Sizer Die uses a Zip Spindle with light threads on the spindle and spindle collet to help eliminate spindle slippage and make spindle lock adjustments easier.
Does the seater die have any alignment features?
Yes. The CGND Seater Die is described with a floating bullet seater alignment sleeve and seating stem that aligns the bullet with the case.