Redding #3 Vld Bullet Seating Micrometer

The Redding #3 VLD Bullet Seating Micrometer transforms your standard seating die into a precision competition reloading tool. If you're serious about accuracy—whether you're chasing tight groups on the bench or building match-grade ammunition—this micrometer upgrade lets you dial in bullet seating depth with repeatable, measurable control. Instead of relying on feel or guess-and-check, you get verifiable consistency to within 1/1000th of an inch, which matters when every tenth of a thousandth can shift your impacts downrange.

The beauty of this upgrade is versatility without the cost of a whole new die. The #3 micrometer works on any seating die equipped with a ½-20 threaded seating plug—just match the number on your current plug to the corresponding micrometer, swap them, and you're dialed. It's built for VLD (Very Low Drag) bullets, a design favored by precision handloaders for long-range work. Whether you're working up loads for a precision rifle, prepping brass for a competition, or simply want repeatable ammunition that performs the same shot after shot, this micrometer gives you the feedback and control to achieve it.

Redding has been the standard in competition reloading for decades, and this accessory carries that reputation. It's not flashy, but it works—and in reloading, work means accuracy.

Key Features

• Converts standard seating die to precision micrometer seating die for VLD bullets
• Measures and repeats seating depth to within 1/1000th of an inch
• Designed for seating plugs with ½-20 threads
• Interchangeable between dies—match by number and swap as needed
• Built for competition and precision handloading

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this micrometer fit my current seating die?

The #3 VLD micrometer works on any seating die with a ½-20 threaded seating plug. Match the number printed on your current seating plug to the corresponding micrometer number, and they'll be compatible. Redding provides a reference chart to identify your plug.

Can I use this with different bullet types?

This micrometer is designed for VLD (Very Low Drag) bullets. While the ½-20 thread may fit other seating plugs, the micrometer is built and calibrated specifically for VLD bullet geometry.

How precise is the seating depth measurement?

The micrometer allows you to set and repeat bullet seating depth to within 1/1000th of an inch, giving you measurable, verifiable consistency from round to round.

Do I need to buy a whole new seating die to use this?

No. If your current seating die has the compatible ½-20 threaded seating plug, you simply swap the plug for this micrometer. You can also move the micrometer between dies by matching the number on each plug.