Hey all new to the forum.
Been loading 38 special for a few months now. Have only done one run of .357.
I am currently having issues with my 1x fired 357 brass not holding neck tension on the bullets.
The last loads were alliant 2400 at 11gr with Winchester magnum primer. In Hornady brass. 158gr Hornady ftx jacketed hp. At 1.590
I'm using the lee carbide 3 piece set.
My current problem is when seating the bullets there is almost no neck tension on any of the cases. Many i can move easily with my fingers before and after crimping. If there is adequate neck tension once I get to the canneluer groove of the bullet I lose any tension that was there.
I am also having this issue with cases that I have not pressed onto the neck expander die.
Measurements of the bullets is .357 and the expander at its base is .356 and .358 past the flare.
Im hoping a collet crimp will solve my issues but any input would be greatly appreciated!!
Been loading 38 special for a few months now. Have only done one run of .357.
I am currently having issues with my 1x fired 357 brass not holding neck tension on the bullets.
The last loads were alliant 2400 at 11gr with Winchester magnum primer. In Hornady brass. 158gr Hornady ftx jacketed hp. At 1.590
I'm using the lee carbide 3 piece set.
My current problem is when seating the bullets there is almost no neck tension on any of the cases. Many i can move easily with my fingers before and after crimping. If there is adequate neck tension once I get to the canneluer groove of the bullet I lose any tension that was there.
I am also having this issue with cases that I have not pressed onto the neck expander die.
Measurements of the bullets is .357 and the expander at its base is .356 and .358 past the flare.
Im hoping a collet crimp will solve my issues but any input would be greatly appreciated!!