Redding Series A Taper Crimp Die, .38 Special/.357 Magnum

The Redding Series A Taper Crimp Die, .38 Special/.357 Magnum (brand part no. 85282) is built for .38 Special/.357 Magnum cases that headspace on the case mouth, where a conventional roll crimp is not the preferred option. Constructed from steel for long service life, the die applies a taper crimp that is gentler and tighter than a roll crimp, holding the bullet more firmly in place under recoil without changing the cartridge’s overall length. Redding also offers this taper crimp style for certain revolver cartridges where uniform, consistent crimping matters more than a traditional roll crimp.

Key Specifications

• Taper crimp design applies a gentler, tighter crimp than a roll crimp without changing overall cartridge length.
• Steel construction built for long service life through repeated crimping cycles.
• Chambered for .38 Special/.357 Magnum sized specifically to this cartridge’s case mouth for correct headspacing.
• Shipping weight of 0.425 lb gives a quick reference for order weight and shipping planning
• Built for case-mouth headspacing cartridges the taper crimp is the preferred crimp style for cartridges that headspace on the case mouth rather than the shoulder.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why use a taper crimp instead of a roll crimp on this cartridge? .38 Special/.357 Magnum headspaces on the case mouth, where a taper crimp is the preferred, gentler option compared to a roll crimp.

Does this crimp change the cartridge’s overall length? No, the taper crimp holds the bullet firmly without altering the case’s overall length.

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