The Hornady Custom Grade 308 Winchester Full Length 2-Die Set (546358) is a precision-machined reloading die set built for handloaders who reload one of the most popular and versatile centerfire rifle cartridges ever standardized for both military and civilian use. This full length 2-die reloading set for 308 Winchester is a practical choice for deer hunters, precision rifle competitors, tactical shooters, and bolt-action and semi-auto rifle owners who load their own ammunition.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 546358
- Caliber: 308 Winchester (.308 diameter)
- Die Series: Series I
- Die set includes: one full-length sizing die and one In-line Bullet Seating Die
- Full-length sizing die sizes cases to SAAMI minimum specifications
- Zip Spindle with light threads on spindle and spindle collet for positive lock and fast adjustments
- Elliptical Expander and hardened Headed Decap Pin included on sizing die
- Hand-polished mirror interior finish on sizing die, guaranteed not to scratch brass
- In-line Bullet Seating Die with floating alignment sleeve and floating steel seating stem
- Built-in crimper on seating die
- Locking retainer spring on seating die removes in seconds for easy disassembly and cleaning
- Sure-Loc lock rings with wrench flats included with both dies
- Stackable die storage box included
- Standard 7/8-14 thread, compatible with all presses that accept standard dies
- Shellholder sold separately
- Made in the USA
Special Features
- The Zip Spindle design positively locks to eliminate spindle slippage and allows fast tool-free incremental adjustments, making seating depth changes quick and repeatable across large batches of 308 brass
- The Elliptical Expander delivers smoother neck sizing with less friction and reduced case neck stretch than standard ball expanders, extending brass life across more reloading cycles on one of the most heavily reloaded cartridges in existence
- The In-line Bullet Seating System aligns the bullet, case neck, and seating stem inside a floating sleeve before the bullet enters the case neck, producing the consistent seating depth that precision 308 loads demand for tight groups at distance
- The built-in crimper on the seating die handles roll crimping without requiring a separate crimp die or giving up an extra station on your press, which keeps semi-auto feeding reliable
- Sure-Loc lock rings clamp around the entire die body with constant pressure, keeping the locking screw off the threads to protect both die and ring from contact damage
- Hornady guarantees these dies will never break or wear out from normal use
Practical Benefits
- The full-length sizing die makes this set the right choice for reloaders who run 308 brass through multiple rifles or need cases sized to minimum spec for reliable feeding and extraction in both bolt-action and semi-auto platforms
- Hunters loading the 308 Winchester for deer, hogs, or other medium to large game will get consistent, field-ready ammunition that performs dependably across a wide range of bullet weights this cartridge handles with authority
- Precision rifle competitors and long-range shooters who run the 308 Win in matches or training will find the tight machining tolerances and In-line Seating System give them the shot-to-shot consistency that separates good loads from great ones
- Your brass will load more smoothly and last longer with the hand-polished interior finish and Elliptical Expander reducing friction and neck stress on every pass through the sizing die
The Hornady Custom Grade Series I Full Length 2-Die Set (546358) in 308 Winchester is a proven platform for any serious handloader building accurate, versatile ammunition for hunting, competition, or general-purpose rifle shooting.
| MANUFACTURER | HORNADY |
| CALIBER | 308 WIN |