Redding 223 std. seater die question

[Spade5]

I just bought the standard two die set and am wondering if my seater die might be defective. I have just sent Redding a message.

My seater stem does not screw in all the way. When I try to look into the die body, it looks like the threads go for about an inch, then there is a gap of about 1/8 of an inch then it looks like there are a few more threads.

I have four full threads showing when it is screwed in as far as it will go. This gives me 2.26 OAL with the die backed out one full turn per the instructions.

I am just wondering if this is normal. I don't want to fire up the crimp no crimp debate, but where I am now is I have to crimp some because I have to screw the body in some from the full turn to get the bullet depth I want.

Keep in mind I have old eyes to go along with my old brain and often confuse myself.

Thanks to anyone who will humor this old man.

 

[rfwobbly]

Due to the volume of email (both spam and real communication) you're always better off to pick up the phone. Especially if you want an answer in under 30 days.

Your case sounds highly suspicious. I think you have a valid concern.

 

[witchhunter]

I think you should be able to screw the seater plug all the way out of the body of the die. It had to be screwed in that way to begin with. Maybe you have a burr or something. Call Redding, they will take care of you. Good company.