Redding Body Die 6.5mm x 55 Swedish Mauser

The Redding Body Die for 6.5mm x 55 Swedish Mauser is a specialized reloading die built for handloaders who need to recondition brass that's become difficult to chamber after multiple firings. Unlike a standard full-length sizing die, this body die resizes only the case body and bumps the shoulder forward to restore proper chamber fit—while leaving the case neck untouched. That means you can work with brass you've already neck-sized without the risk of over-working the neck or inducing unnecessary stress on your cartridges.

Redding engineered body dies specifically for precision shooters and benchrest competitors who push their brass through dozens of reload cycles. When cases start binding in the chamber despite neck sizing, a body die brings them back into spec without the full-length resize that can shorten case life or create other problems. This die comes without internal parts, keeping the design simple and focused on one job: managing case body growth and shoulder position.

If you're working with 6.5x55 Swedish Mauser brass—whether you're shooting surplus military rounds or quality commercial brass—and your cases are starting to feel snug in the chamber, a body die is a practical addition to your reloading bench. It extends the useful life of your brass and keeps your loads running safely and reliably in your rifle.

Key Features

• Body-only resizing—sizes case body without touching case neck
• Shoulder bump function for proper chambering fit
• Designed for brass that has become difficult to chamber after repeated firing
• Simplistic design with no internal parts
• Ideal complement to neck-sizing die workflows

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a body die and a full-length sizing die?

A body die resizes only the case body and bumps the shoulder forward, leaving the case neck unchanged. A full-length die sizes the entire case from the base to the neck. The body die is useful when you've already neck-sized your brass and just need to manage case body growth and shoulder position to restore chamber fit.

When would I need a body die for my 6.5x55 brass?

Body dies are most useful after you've fired and neck-sized the same brass many times. Over repeated cycles, the case body grows slightly and the shoulder position shifts forward, which can make the rounds difficult to chamber. A body die restores proper fit without the full-length sizing process.

Can I use a body die as my only sizing die?

Body dies are designed as a companion item, typically used alongside neck-sizing dies. They are intended specifically for reconditioning brass that has become difficult to chamber, not as a primary sizing solution for all your reloading.