Lot 314:
RCBS Carbide 3-Die Set .38 Special / .357 Magnum Group B 18212
Description
A set of RCBS reloading dies for .38 Special and .357 Magnum caliber cartridges. The dies are housed in a gray textured plastic storage case featuring an embossed logo on the lid reading RCBS above OMARK INDUSTRIES. The front of the case bears a cream-colored adhesive paper label printed with the RCBS logo, 18212 CT / GROUP B, USE SHELL HOLDER #6, and = CARB SET . 57M( / .38 S-P. A yellow price tag partially obscures the right side of the label with handwritten numerals 294.
The interior contains three threaded steel dies characteristic of a carbide pistol set, including a sizing die with a decapping pin, an expander die, and a seating die with an adjustable knurled top. The dies feature standard 7/8-14 threads and are equipped with black locking rings. These dies are designed for reloading straight-walled handgun cases without the need for case lubrication during the sizing process.
Condition report:
The dies show significant surface oxidation and heavy rust, particularly on the knurled adjustment knobs, locking rings, and upper threaded sections (photo 3). The decapping pin appears intact (photo 3). The plastic storage case shows scattered surface grime, staining, and minor scuffing to the exterior (photo 1). The adhesive label on the front is partially torn and shows yellowing consistent with age (photo 2).
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