bennadatto
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Can the same dies be used for 9mm and .380acp?
Sharing Dies 9mm and .380ACP
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No, the cases are different sizes and types
bennadatto
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thanks! all i needed to know!
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The .380 has a slight taper to the case, with the base measuring .374" and the mouth measuring .373".
The 9x19 has a more severe taper, with the base measuring .391" and the mouth measuring .380". The only similarity between the two calibers is the diameter of the bullet, which is a nominal .356".
I'd suggest buying a good reloading manual, such as the Lyman 49th Edition Reloading Handbook. This would answer many questions for you.
Hope this helps.
Fred
The 9x19 has a more severe taper, with the base measuring .391" and the mouth measuring .380". The only similarity between the two calibers is the diameter of the bullet, which is a nominal .356".
I'd suggest buying a good reloading manual, such as the Lyman 49th Edition Reloading Handbook. This would answer many questions for you.
Hope this helps.
Fred
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