The Hornady Expander Taper Crimp Die is an essential tool for any serious reloader looking to enhance the performance and reliability of their semiautomatic handguns. This die serves a dual purpose, meticulously removing the flare from the case mouth while simultaneously crimping it around the bullet. The result is a precise edge that ensures proper headspace, which is crucial for consistent feeding and firing.
Adjusting this die to achieve more taper crimp involves a straightforward process. Begin by loosening the seater adjustment screw at the top about three turns. Next, address the lock ring on the middle crimp adjustment screw; loosen it and back out approximately three turns as well. Once you have these components in place, tighten down on your crimp adjustment screw until achieving your desired level of taper crimp.
After making these adjustments, it's vital to secure everything properly: lock down your lock ring and reset your bullet seater adjustment screw to ensure correct seating depth every time. With precision engineering synonymous with Hornady's reputation, this expander taper crimp die will help maintain accuracy and dependability shot after shot.