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LEE 90926 460 SMITH & WESSON COLLET STYLE CRIMP DIE
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SKU: 90926-734307909260
Overview
Designed for reloading the 460 Smith & Wesson, this collet-style crimp die is intended to apply a rifle-type crimp to the case. It is aimed at cartridges that are difficult to crimp, and the collet design allows bullets to be used without a crimp groove. This die is not carbide, so it is best considered a specialized reloading tool rather than a universal one.
Why Hunters Choose the Lee Precision
Collet-style Design
Applies a rifle-type crimp to
Helps Make
Difficult 460 Smith & Wesson
Bullets Do
Not need a crimp groove
Strong Collet
Action can form a crimp
Clear Note
Die is not carbide
Key Features
- Collet-style crimp die for .460 Smith & Wesson cartridges
- Applies a rifle-type crimp to the case
- Designed for difficult-to-crimp cartridges
- Bullets do not need a crimp groove
- Die is not carbide
Best Used For
- Reloaders working with .460 Smith & Wesson cartridges needing a collet-style crimp die
- Handloaders dealing with difficult-to-crimp cartridges and wanting a rifle-type crimp
- Users loading bullets without a crimp groove for .460 Smith & Wesson cases
- Reloading bench setups where a non-carbide crimp die is acceptable
Specifications
| Bullets Need Crimp Groove | No |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 460 Smith & Wesson |
| Carbide | No |
| Collet | Yes |
| Crimp Style | Rifle type crimp |
| Notes | This die is not carbide |
| Product Type | Collet Style Crimp Die |
Pros
- Collet-style design applies a rifle-type crimp to the case.
- Helps make difficult 460 Smith & Wesson cartridges easier to reload.
- Bullets do not need a crimp groove for use with this die.
- Strong collet action can form a crimp groove as needed.
- Clear note that the die is not carbide.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This die is specific to .460 Smith & Wesson, so it is not a general-purpose crimping tool for other cartridges.
- It is not carbide, which may matter if you prefer carbide dies in your reloading setup.
- The collet-style crimp is described as powerful enough to form a crimp groove, so it may be more aggressive than a standard crimp approach.
- Its purpose is focused on crimping; it does not add broader reloading functionality beyond that role.
Suggested Comparisons
- Handloading dies
- Crimp dies
- Pistol cartridge reloading tools
- Reloading die sets
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading press
- Die storage box
- Case lubricant
- Caliper
Frequently Asked Questions
What cartridge is this die made for?
It is made for the .460 Smith & Wesson.
What does the collet style crimp die do?
It uses a collet to apply a rifle-type crimp to the case.
Do bullets need a crimp groove with this die?
No. The product description says bullets do not need a crimp groove because the collet is strong enough to form one.
Is this die carbide?
No. The product notes that this die is not carbide.
What kind of reloading use is this die intended for?
It is intended for reloading the .460 Smith & Wesson cartridge, especially where a collet-style crimp is desired.