The Hornady Custom Grade 30-06 Springfield Full Length 2-Die Set (546340) is a precision-machined reloading die set built for handloaders who reload one of the most widely used and time-tested rifle cartridges in American history. This full length 2-die reloading set for 30-06 Springfield is a practical choice for deer hunters, elk hunters, military surplus rifle shooters, and bolt-action rifle enthusiasts who load their own ammunition.
Key Features
- Manufacturer part number: 546340
- Caliber: 30-06 Springfield (.308 diameter)
- Die Series: Series I
- Die set includes: one full-length sizing die and one In-line Bullet Seating Die
- Full-length sizing die sizes cases to SAAMI minimum specifications
- Zip Spindle with light threads on spindle and spindle collet for positive lock and fast adjustments
- Elliptical Expander and hardened Headed Decap Pin included on sizing die
- Hand-polished mirror interior finish on sizing die, guaranteed not to scratch brass
- In-line Bullet Seating Die with floating alignment sleeve and floating steel seating stem
- Built-in roll crimper on seating die
- Sure-Loc lock rings with wrench flats included with both dies
- Stackable die storage box included
- Standard 7/8-14 thread, compatible with all presses that accept standard dies
- Shellholder sold separately
- Made in the USA
Special Features
- The Zip Spindle design positively locks to eliminate spindle slippage and allows fast tool-free incremental adjustments, making seating depth changes quick and precise without the knuckle-busting effort of conventional spindle lock systems
- The Elliptical Expander delivers smoother neck sizing with less friction and reduced case neck stretch than standard ball expanders, which extends brass life across more loading cycles on one of the most reloaded cartridges in existence
- The In-line Bullet Seating System aligns the bullet, case neck, and seating stem inside a floating sleeve before the bullet enters the case neck, producing consistent seating depth and better downrange accuracy across the wide range of bullet weights the 30-06 handles
- The built-in crimper on the seating die handles roll crimping without requiring a separate crimp die or giving up an extra station on your press
- The locking retainer ring on the seating die removes in seconds for fast disassembly and cleaning without tools
- Sure-Loc lock rings clamp around the entire die body with constant pressure, keeping the locking screw off the threads to protect both die and ring from contact damage
- Hornady guarantees these dies will never break or wear out from normal use
Practical Benefits
- The full-length sizing die makes this set ideal for reloaders who run 30-06 brass through multiple rifles or need cases sized to minimum spec for reliable bolt closure every time
- Hunters loading everything from 150-grain deer rounds to 220-grain heavy loads for elk will find the consistent neck tension and seating depth this die set produces makes a real difference at the range and in the field
- The 30-06 Springfield is one of the most bullet-weight-flexible cartridges ever standardized, and the floating seating stem accommodates that variety without requiring stem changes for most standard projectiles
- Your brass will load more smoothly and last longer with the hand-polished interior finish and Elliptical Expander reducing friction and neck stress on every pass through the sizing die
The Hornady Custom Grade Full Length 2-Die Set (546340) in 30-06 Springfield is a proven platform for any serious handloader building accurate, versatile ammunition for hunting, range work, or general-purpose rifle shooting.
| MANUFACTURER | HORNADY |
| CALIBER | 30-06 SPRINGFIELD |