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Old March 24, 2013, 12:39 PM   #1
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30-30 lever dies?

Should I get standard or short base dies for lever action 30-30. Thanks for you responses.
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Old March 24, 2013, 12:42 PM   #2
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A standard die set should work just fine. I did not know that they made a small base die set for .30-30 Win.

Standard dies should serve you well for a lot of years to come.
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Old March 24, 2013, 12:44 PM   #3
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Thanks I was getting for my sons gunandthoughti had read short for lever. That's why I check with you guys first. Awesome place for answers as always.
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Old March 24, 2013, 12:46 PM   #4
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Note case lube will be needed for loading with any die set you get. There are many out there. Most work well if you follow the directions.
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Old March 24, 2013, 12:56 PM   #5
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I've used my Hornady Custom Grade New Dimension dies for Eldest's 30/30 for a very long time now ...... the price tag says $18.49, purchased at Cabela's about 10 years ago. They work, and very well, IMO.

While I'd like to think they have appreciated in value (new ones run almost $47 from Hornady, without shipping), I believe the value of the dollar has shrunk, as opposed to the dies becoming more valuable .......
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