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RCBS 17201 F L DIE SET .17 REMINGTON
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SKU: 17201-076683172013
Overview
Built for reloading bottleneck cases, this two-die set gives handloaders the tools needed to size, de-prime, expand the neck, and seat bullets in a single matched setup. The full-length sizer die returns cases to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions and is designed to hold headspace to minimum tolerances during sizing. The seater die includes a built-in roll crimper to help secure the bullet as it is seated. It uses standard 7/8-inch-14 threads, and a shell holder is not included.
Why Hunters Choose the Rcbs
Two-die Set
Covers full-length sizing and bullet
Sizer Die
Brings cases to SAAMI minimum
Expander-decapping Unit
Sizes, de-primes, and expands the
Built-in Vents
Help reduce case damage from
Seater Die
Includes a built-in roll crimper
Key Features
- Two-die set for reloading bottleneck cases
- Includes a full-length sizer die with expander-decapping unit
- Sizer die brings cases to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions
- Sizer die vents help prevent damage from trapped air or excess lubricant
- Seater die includes a bullet seater plug and built-in roll crimper
- Standard 7/8-inch-14 thread; shell holder not included
Best Used For
- Reloaders working with .17 Remington bottleneck cases and standard 7/8-inch-14 dies
- Shooters needing full-length sizing, decapping, neck expansion, and bullet seating in one set
- Users who want a seater die with built-in roll crimping for secured bullet seating
- Handloaders who already have a compatible shell holder and want a two-die setup
Specifications
| Cartridge Compatibility | .17 Remington |
|---|---|
| Case Body Length Effect | Avoids changing the case body length during full length sizing |
| Die Set Type | Two-die set |
| Headspace Tolerance | Minimum tolerances |
| Included Dies | Full-Length Sizer Die; Seater Die |
| Intended Use | Reloading bottleneck cases |
| Saami Minimum Cartridge Dimensions | Yes |
| Seater Die Features | Bullet Seater Plug; built-in roll crimper |
| Shell Holder Included | No |
| Sizer Die Features | Expander-Decapping Unit; vents to prevent case damage caused by trapped air and excessive lubricant |
| Sizer Die Function | Brings the case to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions; sizes the outside of the case; de-primes; expands the neck to accept the bullet |
| Thread Size | Standard 7/8-inch-14 thread |
Pros
- Two-die set covers full-length sizing and bullet seating for .17 Remington reloading.
- Sizer die brings cases to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions.
- Expander-decapping unit sizes, de-primes, and expands the neck in one step.
- Built-in vents help reduce case damage from trapped air or excess lubricant.
- Seater die includes a built-in roll crimper for bullet retention.
- Standard 7/8-inch-14 thread fits common reloading setups.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for bottleneck case reloading, so it is not a universal die set for all cartridge types.
- A shell holder is not included, so that component must be sourced separately if needed.
- The full-length sizing die brings cases to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions, which may be more sizing than some reloaders want for every application.
- The seater die includes a built-in roll crimper, which is useful for some loads but adds a crimping step whether or not you want it for a given setup.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading die sets for bottleneck rifle cartridges
- Full-length sizing dies
- Bullet seating dies
- Case crimping dies
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading press
- Shell holder
- Case lubricant
- Case gauge
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the RCBS 17201 F L Die Set for .17 Remington?
It includes a Full-Length Sizer Die with an Expander-Decapping Unit and a Seater Die with a Bullet Seater Plug. A shell holder is not included.
Is this die set intended for bottleneck cases?
Yes. The product description says it is intended for reloading bottleneck cases.
What does the Full-Length Sizer Die do?
According to the provided description, it brings the case to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions, sizes the outside of the case, de-primes it, and expands the neck to accept the bullet.
Does the seater die crimp the bullet?
Yes. The included Seater Die has a built-in roll crimper to secure the bullet at the same time it is seated.
What thread size does this die set use, and is a shell holder included?
It uses standard 7/8-inch-14 thread. A shell holder is not included with the set.