Lot 344:
RCBS Precisioneered 3 Die Reloading Set .38 Special Round Nose with Shell Holder
Description
This lot features a vintage RCBS Precisioneered three-die reloading set specifically for .38 Special ammunition. The set is housed in its original green plastic hinged case, which serves as organized storage for the reloading components. Included in the set are three steel reloading dies and one steel shell holder. The dies feature knurled adjustment rings for precision tuning during the reloading process.
The exterior of the green plastic case features white printed text reading RCBS PRECISIONEERED and Reloading Dies, accompanied by a circular logo depicting a bear above the words RCBS PRECISIONEERED RELOADING EQUIPMENT. The bottom of the case is printed with RCBS, INCORPORATED, OROVILLE, CA 95965. A yellow adhesive manufacturer’s label on the side of the case provides technical specifications, reading QUAN. 1, PART NUMBER 18305, GROUP B, and DESCRIPTION 3 DIE SET .38 SPEC RN. The label also repeats the RCBS INC., OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95965 address. This set is intended for loading .38 Special cartridges with round nose bullets, as indicated by the RN designation on the label.
Condition report:
The reloading set and case show signs of use and age consistent with vintage tools. The green plastic case displays scattered surface grime, scuffs, and minor staining across the exterior (photo 1). The interior plastic supports show some wear from the weight of the steel components (photo 4). The steel dies exhibit varying degrees of surface oxidation and light pitting, particularly on the knurled adjustment surfaces and the threaded bodies (photo 4). The knurling on the top of the center and right dies shows darker oxidation (photo 4). The shell holder shows some surface wear and minor discoloration (photo 4). The yellow adhesive label on the side is intact but shows light fading and age-related yellowing (photo 3).
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