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Drover Dan
03-19-2009, 03:09 PM
Hi.
I'm new to this forum. Looks like a good one.

Can anyone tell me if I can reload 9mm with my (Lee) .380 dies?
I haven't had a chance to try it yet, but it may come up soon.

Thanks,
Drover

versifier
03-19-2009, 06:28 PM
Welcome to the Guide Drover.

No, I wouldn't try it. You might be able to bell, seat, and crimp, but you couldn't size the case body far enough to feed and cycle properly. Considering that a carbide die set can be had for the price of two boxes of decent ammo, why bother trying to make do?

runfiverun
03-19-2009, 06:55 PM
you could even pick up used set for way cheap at a local shop.
but i would just buy a set of lee carbide dies.
i know the 380 is supposed to be just a short 9mm but i can sure tell if i get a 380 in my 9mm brass when it hits the sizer die.

Drover Dan
03-19-2009, 07:19 PM
Thanks guys. I was just wanting to save $20 or so.
Oh well. Time to bite the bullet. ;-)

Thanks,
Drover