Redding’s profile crimp die is a handgun reloading tool designed to provide a tighter, more uniform roll-type crimp for cartridges where a profile crimp is appropriate. The die requires the bullet to be seated to the correct depth before crimping and is intended for use with cartridges that do not headspace on the case mouth. This die form is commonly supplied in progressive die sets when a profile crimp is desired after seating.
Key Specifications
- The die style is Profile Crimp Dies.
- The cartridge listed is .454 Casull.
- The listed weight is 0.4.
- The listed shipping weight is 0.4.
- This die provides a tighter, more uniform roll-type crimp when used after seating the bullet to the correct depth.
- These dies are not for cartridges that headspace on the case mouth.
- Progressive die sets are commonly supplied with a profile crimp die (or a taper crimp die where the cartridge headspaces on the case mouth).
- The design was developed to address the “half moon” crimp typical with magnum handgun cartridges.
For reloaders who need controlled, repeatable roll crimps on compatible handgun cartridges, this Redding profile crimp die delivers a conservative, mechanical solution rooted in practical reloading workflow. It fits into progressive and single-stage reloading processes where bullets are seated to final depth prior to crimping and is aimed at shooters seeking consistent terminal crimp form and improved uniformity in loaded rounds.
