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Old July 1, 2012, 01:10 AM   #1
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Reloading the .416 Rigby and single-stage presses.

I am giving serious thought to purchasing a CZ 550 in .416 Rigby, and if I do, I will also be reloading for same.

Because the .416 Rigby is a LONG case, I have some concerns that my LnL Classic single-stage may not be adequate for at least two reasons: 1) the opening measures right at about 4", which may be quite tight for seating some of the longer bullets; and 2) should I need to full-length resize the cases, it is likely going to take a goodly amount of force to do so, and the press frame may not have sufficient strength to hold up to it.

Has anyone used the LnL single-stage press with this cartridge successfully? If so, what- if any- items of advice can you give?

I have no problem acquiring another SS press if it is needed to reload for this cartridge, even a .50 BMG SS press if necessary. Any recommendations regarding suitable SS presses (should another be needed) would also be very helpful.

Thank you very much in advance.
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Old July 1, 2012, 01:56 AM   #2
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I've not tried the LnL press, but would call Hornady and ask this same question of them directly. For a second press, buy the world's best bargain in single-stage presses, the Lee Classic Cast single-stage press. It is large enough in the throat for .50 BMG and has a long, adjustable for leverage handle. They make both the original version with a 2 1/4" adapter for .50 BMG dies, or their Breech Lock version which is their quick change system.
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Old July 1, 2012, 05:46 AM   #3
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Two ideas. I have loaded .416 Rigby cartridges on a Lee hand press....so leverage and effort to size should not be a problem for you. Second idea...since you will be shooting the cartridges from the same bolt gun, buy a neck sizing die and use that for the bulk of your loading. Way less effort.
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