Redding Premium Handgun Die Set For Straight Wall Cases - .44 Spl / Mag

The Redding Premium Handgun Die Set for Straight Wall Cases in .44 Spl / Mag is a three-die reloading system built for handloaders who demand precision and durability in high-volume production. Whether you're loading for target practice, hunting, or competition, this die set combines Redding's proven engineering with modern coating technology to deliver consistent, uniform ammunition every time you pull the press handle.

At the heart of this set is a Titanium Carbide-sizing die paired with a newly designed expander die featuring Redding's signature expander plug now coated in Titanium Nitride (TiN). That TiN coating isn't just window dressing—it adds surface hardness, improves lubricity, and reduces brass buildup on the expander, a real advantage if you're pushing volume. The expander plug itself is engineered through multiple stages: a radiused entry eases insertion, a parallel section expands and trues the case internally for a perfect bullet bearing surface, a small step aligns the bullet with cartridge centerline, and a final flare opens the case mouth to prevent lead shaving when seating cast bullets. All of this means more uniform bullet pull and consistent start pressure across your batch.

The seating die rounds out the trio and includes a Bullet Seating Micrometer for precise, repeatable seating depth control—critical for consistent velocities and accuracy. The die is configured with either taper or roll crimp as appropriate for .44 Spl / Mag. All three dies feature enhanced lead-ins, making them friendly to progressive press operation and reducing setup friction.

Key Features

• Three-die set: sizing, expander, and seating dies for complete reloading
• Titanium Carbide sizing die for durability and reduced maintenance
• Expander plug with Titanium Nitride (TiN) coating to reduce brass buildup and improve durability
• Multi-stage expander design: radiused entry, parallel section, alignment step, and flare for cast bullet safety
• Bullet Seating Micrometer included for precise, repeatable seating depth control
• Taper or roll crimp configuration suited to .44 Spl / Mag specifications
• Enhanced lead-in design on all dies for progressive press compatibility

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in the three-die set?

The set includes a Titanium Carbide sizing die, an expander die with TiN-coated expander plug, and a seating die fitted with a Bullet Seating Micrometer. All three are configured for .44 Spl / Mag straight-wall cases.

What is the TiN coating on the expander plug?

TiN (Titanium Nitride) is a hard, slippery surface coating applied to the expander plug. It increases surface hardness and lubricity, reduces brass buildup during high-volume reloading, and extends the life of the plug.

Can I use this die set with cast bullets?

Yes. The expander plug includes a flare stage specifically designed to open the case mouth and prevent lead shaving when seating cast bullets.

Will these dies work on a progressive press?

Yes. All three dies feature enhanced lead-in design to ease operation with progressive reloading presses.