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LEE 90401 LARGE CUTTER WITH LOCK STUD
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SKU: 90401-734307904012
Overview
This cutter is intended for trimming large cartridges and is specified for use with 480 Ruger, 500 S&W, and 50 BMG when working with .475" bullet diameter and larger. It can also be used with smaller bullet diameters, giving it broader utility for reloaders who need a large-format trimming tool. The setup requires a separate length gage and shell holder for the cartridge being trimmed, so those components must be selected before use.
Why Hunters Choose the Lee Precision
Required Trimming
480 Ruger, 500 S&W, and
Also Usable
Bullet diameters smaller than .475
Includes Lock
Stud for cutter setup
Compatible Lee
Lee length gage and shell
Straightforward Option
For large-diameter cartridge trimming
Key Features
- Large cutter with lock stud for cartridge trimming
- Needed for 480 Ruger, 500 S&W, and 50 BMG
- Designed for .475-inch bullet diameter and larger
- Also usable with bullet diameters smaller than .475-inch
- Requires a length gage and shell holder for trimming
Best Used For
- Reloaders working with .480 Ruger, .500 S&W, or .50 BMG cartridges
- Users trimming cartridges with bullet diameters .475 inch and larger
- Handloaders needing a cutter that also works with smaller bullet diameters
- Reloading setups where a length gage and shell holder are already selected
Specifications
| Compatibility | 480 Ruger, 500 S&W, and 50 BMG (for .475" bullet diameter and larger); can also be used with all bullet diameters smaller than .475" |
|---|---|
| Required Accessories | Length gage and shell holder for the cartridge to be trimmed |
| Specifications And Features | Lee Large Cutter with Lock Stud |
Pros
- Required for trimming 480 Ruger, 500 S&W, and 50 BMG cartridges
- Also usable with bullet diameters smaller than .475 inches
- Includes a lock stud for cutter setup
- Compatible with Lee length gage and shell holder system
- Straightforward option for large-diameter cartridge trimming
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This cutter is specifically called out for .475" bullet diameter and larger cartridges such as .480 Ruger, .500 S&W, and .50 BMG, so it is not a one-size-fits-all trimming solution for every setup.
- The cutter alone is not enough to trim cartridges; a length gage and shell holder must be purchased separately for the cartridge being trimmed.
- While it can also be used with bullet diameters smaller than .475", the product information does not specify which cartridges are supported, so compatibility should be verified before purchase.
Suggested Comparisons
- Case trimming tools
- Cartridge length gauges
- Shell holders
- Reloading accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Length gauge
- Shell holder
- Cartridge trimmer
- Reloading bench tool storage
Frequently Asked Questions
What cartridges is the Lee 90401 Large Cutter with Lock Stud intended for?
It is needed for 480 Ruger, 500 S&W, and .50 BMG when trimming bullets with .475" diameter and larger.
Can this large cutter be used with smaller bullet diameters?
Yes. The product description says the large cutter can also be used with all bullet diameters smaller than .475".
Does this product include everything needed to trim cartridges?
No. The description states that you need to buy a length gage and shell holder for the cartridge to be trimmed.
Is this cutter only for the listed large cartridges?
The description specifically calls out 480 Ruger, 500 S&W, and .50 BMG, but it also says the large cutter can be used with bullet diameters smaller than .475".
What should I verify before buying this cutter?
You should verify that you also have the correct length gage and shell holder for the cartridge you plan to trim, since those are not included in the description.