Redding Series B 3-Die Set For Straight Wall Cases .45-70 Gov'T

The Redding Series B 3-Die Set for straight wall cases in .45-70 Gov't delivers everything you need to load this classic cartridge with precision and confidence. Built on Redding's six decades of reloading equipment expertise, this three-die set is purpose-built for the .45-70's straight-wall geometry and includes all the components to take your handloads from raw brass to finished ammunition.

The full-length resizing die handles case preparation, incorporating a decapping rod assembly and neck expander to restore fired cases to proper dimensions. The seating die completes the set with a proper seating plug, crimping ring, and bullet guide—everything dialed in for consistent, reliable bullet seating and crimp. All dies are constructed from steel engineered for years of dependable service.

Whether you're loading for a Trapdoor Springfield, modern Ruger, or lever-action rifle, the Redding Series B .45-70 Gov't die set gives you the accuracy and durability that serious .45-70 reloaders expect. This is workhorse equipment built to perform shot after shot, season after season.

Key Features

• Three-die set specifically designed for .45-70 Gov't straight wall cases
• Full-length resizing die with decapping rod assembly and neck expander
• Seating die with bullet guide, seating plug, and crimping ring
• All steel construction for long-term reliability
• Redding Series B quality and precision

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this die set work with all .45-70 Gov't rifles?

Yes. The Redding Series B .45-70 Gov't die set is designed to reload .45-70 Gov't cartridges for any rifle chambered in that caliber, including Trapdoor Springfields, lever-action rifles, and modern bolt-action firearms.

Does this die set include everything I need to start reloading .45-70?

This three-die set includes the resizing die, seating die, and all necessary components for case prep and bullet seating. You will also need a reloading press, .45-70 ammunition components (brass, powder, primers, bullets), and a reloading manual.

What's the difference between a 3-die and 2-die set?

The three-die set includes a dedicated seating die with a crimping ring, which allows precise independent control of bullet seating and crimp. This configuration is preferred by many reloaders for .45-70 cartridges, which often benefit from a carefully applied crimp.