Neck sizing bushes

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Croaky
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Neck sizing bushes

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I am about to order some Forster dies for an upcoming 6x47Lapua build
but the neck die uses bushes not expander. I think I should get at least 3
but not sure what size for the correct neck tension.
The reamer that will be used is a .272 neck, could someone help :?
I,m told this is a no turn neck, is that also correct?
Thanks in advance
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Re: Neck sizing bushes

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.....267,.268 and .269 works for me.
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Re: Neck sizing bushes

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I am running a 269 bushing on unturned brass in my 6x47L, then after the second firing giving them a light skim and using a 267.

I use a body die and the Forster FLS die as per this article http://bulletin.accurateshooter.com/201 ... 47-to-6mm/
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Re: Neck sizing bushes

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That was quick, thanks Missed much appreciated.
I will probably have lots of 6x47L questions in the near future so
hope you blokes dont get sick of me :lol:
Cheers & thanks again
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Re: Neck sizing bushes

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Bring em on. :wink: It is a great cartridge.
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Neck sizing bushes

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I use a 266 and a 268 bushing. Love the 6x47L.
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Re: Neck sizing bushes

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Thanks for the replies & links fellas.
I have a gut feeling the old 22/250 might become a safe queen :lol: :lol:
Cheers
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Re: Neck sizing bushes

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I use a .268 bushing with a no turn neck.

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Re: Neck sizing bushes

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Seat a projectile in a couple of cases ,then measure the outside of the neck ,as a ready reckoner........subtract 2 thou from that figure.
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