Lot 1103:
RCBS .30-30 Win and .44 Mag/.44 Spec Reloading Die Sets
Description
This lot features two vintage reloading die sets manufactured by RCBS, a division of Omark Industries. The first set is a two-die full-length set for .30-30 Winchester, contained in a green plastic case with a white adhesive label reading “RCBS OMARK INDUSTRIES”, “GROUP A”, “PART # 14601”, and “DESCRIPTION L DIE SET 30-30 WIN.” This set includes an original RCBS “RELOADING DIE INSTRUCTIONS” manual and a loose hex head screw. The second set is a three-die set for .44 Magnum and .44 Special, housed in a green plastic case with a yellow adhesive label marked “RCBS OMARK INDUSTRIES”, “GROUP B”, “PART # 18608”, and “3 DIE SET .44 MAG/.44 SPEC DESCRIPTION.” Both cases feature the embossed RCBS Omark Industries logo on the lids. The .30-30 set is labeled to use shell holder #2, while the .44 caliber set specifies shell holder #18.
Condition report:
Both die sets exhibit significant condition issues consistent with age and long-term storage. There is heavy surface rust and oxidation present on the knurled adjustment knobs, threaded bodies, and decapping rods of all dies (photos 3, 4, 5, and 6). One silver-toned locking ring on the .44 Magnum three-die set appears to be cracked (photos 3 and 4). The exterior of the cases shows some staining and hand-written markings in ink and marker (photos 1 and 2). The instruction manual shows some foxing and edge wear (photo 5). Mechanical function has not been tested, and the internal condition of the dies is unknown.
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