Gun Collectors Dream Auction #82 February 21st & 22nd

Lyman 40-65 Caliber 3-Die Reloading Set in Original Case, Item 7460490

This auction ended on February 21, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $100 - $180

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $525

Description

This is a professional ammunition reloading die set manufactured by Lyman Products Corp. of Middletown, Connecticut. Specifically chambered for the 40-65 caliber, this set is designed for the precision reloading of cartridges often used in black powder cartridge rifle (BPCR) competitions and Cowboy Action Shooting. The set is housed in its original orange molded plastic case featuring an embossed Lyman logo and a secondary distributor label from the Buffalo Arms Company. The manufacturer side label identifies the set as item number 7460490 and specifies the use of an X-17 shell holder. The interior contains four steel die components with threaded bodies, knurled adjustment knobs, and black hex-style lock rings. Tool markings include LYMAN and LYMAN NECK EXP stamped into the steel. The set includes a fragment of the original instruction manual detailing taper crimping procedures.