Hornady 475 Linebaugh Bullet Seating Die

The Hornady 475 Linebaugh bullet seating die is a precision reloading die built for handloaders who demand consistency and reliability when assembling ammunition for this powerful large-frame revolver cartridge. Whether you're preparing rounds for hunting or long-range handgun work, this seating die ensures your bullets are positioned exactly where they need to be—with the alignment features and construction quality Hornady is known for.

Like all Hornady Custom Grade dies, this seating die is machined from select steel and heat-treated to withstand repeated use over years of reloading without wear or breakage. The integrated sliding alignment sleeve centers the bullet, case mouth, and seating stem before the bullet enters the case, eliminating the guesswork and helping you achieve round-to-round consistency. The built-in crimp ring gives you the choice: use it to crimp your finished rounds, or raise it to seat bullets without a crimp, depending on your load specifications and handgun requirements.

Setup is straightforward—the die ships with Hornady's double-flat die lock rings already installed, so you can get to reloading without extra hardware purchases. Everything arrives in a custom plastic die box designed to keep your equipment organized and protected in the reloading room.

Key Features

• Precision-machined Custom Grade construction for reliable, repeatable bullet seating
• Sliding alignment sleeve positions bullet and case mouth before seating
• Built-in crimp ring—use it or bypass it depending on your load
• Double-flat Hornady die lock rings installed and ready to use
• Heat-treated select steel resists wear under normal reloading use
• Includes custom plastic die box for storage and protection

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included with the seating die?

The die comes with double-flat Hornady die lock rings already installed on the die body, plus a custom plastic storage box. No additional ring purchase needed.

Can I use this die without crimping?

Yes. The built-in crimp ring can be raised to allow bullet seating without crimping, or lowered to apply a crimp as part of the seating stroke—your choice based on your load data and revolver specifications.

What's the sliding alignment sleeve for?

The alignment sleeve holds the case mouth and bullet in centered position as they approach the seater stem, promoting consistent bullet seating depth and reducing the risk of mis-aligned or canted rounds.

Is this die durable for long-term reloading?

Yes. Hornady's heat-treated select steel construction is designed to resist wear and won't break or wear out under normal reloading use, backed by Hornady's quality standards.