Lyman VLD Chamfer/Reamer, Multi-Caliber

The Lyman VLD Chamfer/Reamer (Lyman part no. 7777789) solves a problem standard case-mouth tools create for long, boat-tailed VLD bullets: a typical 45-degree chamfer can nick or damage the bullet’s extended ogive as it enters the case. Lyman cut this reamer to a sharper 22-degree angle specifically to let VLD-profile bullets slip into the case mouth cleanly, without catching or shaving material off the bullet’s boat tail. It’s a multi-caliber tool that works across bottleneck rifle cases, and Lyman recommends it for Sierra VLD bullets as well as VLD designs from other bullet makers. For handloaders shooting any long-range VLD bullet, it’s a cheap way to protect bullet consistency at the case mouth.

Key Specifications

• Cuts a 22-degree chamfer angle, sharper than a standard 45-degree reamer.
• Prevents damage to boat-tail VLD bullets from the case-mouth edge.
• Lets VLD bullets slip smoothly into the case for more consistent seating.
• Built as a multi-caliber tool, working across bottleneck case necks.
• Recommended for Sierra VLD bullets and other manufacturers’ VLD designs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why use a 22-degree reamer instead of a standard 45-degree one? The sharper angle prevents damaging boat-tail VLD bullets during seating.

Does this work with any VLD bullet brand? Yes, Lyman recommends it for Sierra VLD bullets and other manufacturers’ VLD designs.

Buy the Lyman VLD Chamfer/Reamer, Multi-Caliber

Protecting a long-range bullet’s ogive at the case mouth is a small detail that pays off in group size. Order from our Lyman lineup in our reloading equipment selection, and our Lubbock, Texas team can help you round out your case-prep tools.