Dies for 6.5 x 284 Lapua vs. Norma

[Jimhoodag]

I have ordered a 6.5 x 284 Lapua match, select barrel from Shilen. However, I have not been able to find dies for the Lapua, only for the Norma. I checked RCBS, Redding and Hornady websites. Shilen advised me that the neck for the Lapua is .299, whereas the neck for the Norma is .298. RCBS says their Norma dies will do the job, but I am concerned that the neck spacing within the chamber may be too much.

Is the difference enough to be concerned about? If so, where can I get dies for the 6.5 x 284 Lapua?

Jim Hood

 

[Trnelson]

I'd try here CH4D
Or neck bushings if you just can't get what you need from a factory production sizing die alone. YMMV

 

[Greyfox]

+1 for a bushing dye. The Redding competition "S" dyes are excellent. With a few bushings, you will be able to control your neck tension as desired.

 

[ZSteinle]

I have a redding 3 die set for 6.5-284 norma that has never been used if your interested in it P.M. me. As stated above with the proper neck bushing you should be able to control your neck tension.

Graf & Sons - REDDING 6.5MM-284 TYPE S NECK BUSHING DIE SET
This is the one i have sitting around.