Redding Carbide Pro Series Die Set .45 Acp/.45 Auto Rim

The Redding Carbide Pro Series Die Set for .45 ACP/.45 Auto Rim is purpose-built for shooters running progressive reloading presses who demand durability and efficiency without the hassle of case lube. Titanium carbide construction gives you the hardest readily available carbide surface—one that stays slick and won't gall brass even under the repetitive stress of high-volume handloading. If you're serious about pistol ammunition and tired of wrestling with lubrication, this three-die set eliminates that friction, literally and figuratively.

The Pro Series design recognizes how modern progressive machines work: your press expands the case mouth at the powder station, so Redding has ditched the standalone expander die and given you what you actually need. You get a carbide sizing die that glides through casings without lube, a bullet seater (non-crimp), and a dedicated crimp die. It's a lean, efficient setup that respects your workflow instead of fighting it.

Whether you're loading .45 ACP for competition, training, or defensive carry ammunition, titanium carbide dies reduce friction and prep time on every round. No more sticky cases, no more wiping lube off your hands between batches. For reloaders who run high volumes through progressive machines, this investment in carbide pays dividends in consistency and convenience.

Key Features

• Titanium carbide construction—highest hardness rating among readily available carbides
• Non-galling surface requires no case lubrication
• Three-die set optimized for progressive reloading machines
• Includes carbide sizing die, non-crimp bullet seater, and separate crimp die
• Expander die omitted (progressive machine expands at powder station)

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these dies work in my single-stage or turret press?

No. The Redding Carbide Pro Series is designed specifically for progressive machines that expand the case mouth at the powder metering station. Single-stage and turret presses require a full four-die set with an expander die.

Do I need to lube my brass with these dies?

No. Titanium carbide's slick, non-galling surface allows cases to size without any lubrication, eliminating prep time and cleanup.

What's included in this three-die set?

The set includes a carbide sizing die, a bullet seater (non-crimp type), and a separate crimp die. There is no expander die, as your progressive press handles case expansion at the powder station.

Can I reload both .45 ACP and .45 Auto Rim with this set?

Yes. This die set is designed to handle both .45 ACP and .45 Auto Rim cartridges.