I read this in a brass prep post. How do i get the neck to expand in the press. I followed the instructions that came with the die, and turned it to the bottom of the shell plate. I cant seem to get the neck to expand like the guy in the article. I only ask, because i am starting high power with a new upper and want to get the best rounds I can,
http://www.shell-central.com/Brass_Prep1.html
"we will expand the neck diameter enough that it will not enter the chamber, then adjust our sizing die down a little at a time until the neck is reduced enough to just allow it to chamber without resistance.
As we adjust the die down into the press, we will see the case neck step down to form a secondary shoulder and we will continue to advance the die downward about 1/4 turn at a time, trying for rifle fit as we go. Clean the case between sizing and the rifle chamber, to avoid introducing case lube into the rifle. When we find the point at which the rifle will close on the case with very little “feel”, we will be at zero headspace in that particular rifle. Turn the die down another 1/8 turn, and lock the die in that position. Test fit a few cases to ensure that they freely chamber."
Thanks , Mike
http://www.shell-central.com/Brass_Prep1.html
"we will expand the neck diameter enough that it will not enter the chamber, then adjust our sizing die down a little at a time until the neck is reduced enough to just allow it to chamber without resistance.
As we adjust the die down into the press, we will see the case neck step down to form a secondary shoulder and we will continue to advance the die downward about 1/4 turn at a time, trying for rifle fit as we go. Clean the case between sizing and the rifle chamber, to avoid introducing case lube into the rifle. When we find the point at which the rifle will close on the case with very little “feel”, we will be at zero headspace in that particular rifle. Turn the die down another 1/8 turn, and lock the die in that position. Test fit a few cases to ensure that they freely chamber."
Thanks , Mike