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RCBS 33601 F L DIE SET .348 WINCHESTER
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SKU: 33601-076683336019
Overview
Built for bottleneck case reloading, this two-die set gives handloaders the tools needed to size, de-prime, expand the neck, and seat bullets in a controlled sequence. The full-length sizer brings cases to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions and includes vents to help reduce the risk of case damage from trapped air or excess lubricant, while holding headspace to minimum tolerances during sizing. The seater die includes a built-in roll crimper to secure the bullet as it is seated, making the set well suited for hunters and reloaders who want a straightforward setup for .348 Winchester ammunition. A shell holder is not included.
Why Hunters Choose the Rcbs
Two-die Set
Includes a full-length sizer and
Sizer Die
Brings cases to SAAMI minimum
Sizer Die
De-primes and expands the neck
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 de-primes and expands the neck for bullet seating
- Vented die design helps reduce case damage from trapped air and excess lubricant
- Seater die includes a built-in roll crimper
- Standard 7/8-inch-14 thread; shell holder not included
Best Used For
- Reloaders working with .348 Winchester bottleneck cases needing full-length sizing and seating in one set.
- Hunters loading ammunition for rifles that require SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions and controlled headspace.
- Handloaders who want a built-in roll crimp during bullet seating for secured cartridge assembly.
- Reloading bench users who already have a compatible shell holder and standard 7/8-inch-14 dies.
Specifications
| Cartridge | .348 Winchester |
|---|---|
| Die Type | Two-die set |
| Headspace Control | Held to minimum tolerances |
| Included Dies | Full-Length Sizer Die with Expander-Decapping Unit; Seater Die with Bullet Seater Plug |
| Intended Use | Reloading bottleneck cases |
| Seater Die Feature | Built-in roll crimper |
| Shell Holder Included | No |
| Sizer Die Function | Brings the case to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions |
| Sizer Die Operations | Sizes the outside of the case; de-primes; expands the neck to accept the bullet |
| Thread Size | Standard 7/8-inch-14 thread |
| Vent Holes | Yes |
Pros
- Two-die set includes a full-length sizer and a seater die for bottleneck cases.
- Sizer die brings cases to SAAMI minimum cartridge dimensions.
- Sizer die de-primes and expands the neck to accept the bullet.
- Built-in vents help reduce case damage from trapped air or excess lubricant.
- Seater die includes a built-in roll crimper for seating and securing bullets.
- Standard 7/8-inch-14 thread fits common reloading setups; shell holder not included.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for bottleneck cases, 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.
- The full-length sizing step 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 securing bullets but adds a crimping step to the seating process.
Suggested Comparisons
- Bottleneck rifle die sets
- Full-length sizing die sets
- Bullet seating and crimping dies
- Centerfire rifle reloading dies
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading dies
- Shell holder
- Case lubricant
- Reloading press
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the RCBS 33601 F L Die Set .348 Winchester?
It includes a Full-Length Sizer Die with an Expander-Decapping Unit and a Seater Die with Bullet Seater Plug. The set is designed for bottleneck cases.
Does this die set include a shell holder?
No. The product data states that a shell holder is not included with this die set.
What thread size does this die set use?
It uses standard 7/8-inch-14 threads.
What does the Full-Length Sizer Die do?
According to the product 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. It also has vents to help prevent case damage from trapped air and excess lubricant.
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.