Length of Threads

Lee Dies of current manufacture have longer threads than previously manufactured dies.  This was done for those who prefer to use our dies in other brands of presses that have thicker tool heads, turrets or castings.  Unfortunately, we can't guarantee that the die will work with all brands of presses as far as length.  The die bodies are standard 7/8 x 14 threads and will thread into any industry standard press.

Dies of older manufacture had threads which measured 1.75" while current dies have threads of 1.85".  This measurement should be taken from the bottom of the die body to the top of the threads. 

There is an exception to this pertaining to pistol bullet seating dies.  Since this die is adjusted to sit further up than other dies, they have not been modified.