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Redding Master Hunter 26 Nosler Die Set – 2-Die Competition Seating (28261)

UPC: 611760282614

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Description

The Redding Master Hunter Die Set for 26 Nosler is built around one simple idea: your handloads should chamber every single time, especially when a follow-up shot matters. This two-die set combines a full-length sizing die with Redding's acclaimed Competition Seating Die, giving you the kind of consistency hunters and precision reloaders have come to expect from the Master Hunter line, which was inspired by Redding's National Match dies.

The full-length sizing die resizes the case body, shoulder, and neck so your brass drops into any standard-spec chamber without a fight. It uses a free-floating carbide expander button that self-centers in the case neck, which makes inside-neck sizing smoother and cuts down on the need for lubrication. The payoff is better concentricity and more uniform brass, round after round.

What the Master Hunter 26 Nosler Set Brings to the Bench

The real star here is the Competition Seating Die. It fully supports and aligns both the case and the bullet inside a precision-ground sleeve before the seating stem ever touches the bullet. That means straighter ammo and tighter runout. The micrometer head adjusts seating depth in .001-inch increments, so dialing in your perfect bullet jump and repeating it later is quick and repeatable.

Fit, Build Quality, and Everyday Use

Redding machines these dies on precision lathes and uses quality alloy steel, which is why they tend to last a lifetime on the bench. The bodies use the industry-standard 7/8-14 thread, so they'll thread right into any standard single-stage or turret press. If you shoot VLD or long-ogive bullets, Redding offers alternate seating stems separately to match those profiles.

Keep in mind the 26 Nosler uses a standard shell holder that is sold separately, so grab the correct one if you don't already have it on hand. For the 26 Nosler reloader who wants match-level precision without giving up that field-ready reliability, this set hits the sweet spot.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Redding
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 28261
  • UPC: 611760282614
  • Cartridge: 26 Nosler
  • Series: Master Hunter (MH-C)
  • Die Count: 2-Die Set
  • Dies Included: Full Length Sizing Die, Competition Seating Die
  • Sizing Type: Full Length
  • Expander Button: Free-Floating Carbide
  • Seating Adjustment: Micrometer, .001-inch increments
  • Thread Size: 7/8-14
  • Material: Alloy / Case Hardened Steel
  • Shell Holder: Sold Separately
  • Country of Origin: Made in USA

What’s Included

  • Full Length Sizing Die with free-floating carbide size button
  • Redding Competition Seating Die with micrometer adjustment
  • Decapping rod assembly with sizing button and decapping pin
  • Spare decapping pin
  • Plastic die storage box
  • Instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 26 Nosler Master Hunter set come with a shell holder?

No, the shell holder is not included and is sold separately. The 26 Nosler shares the same case head as several belted and beltless magnums, so you'll want to confirm the correct shell holder number for your setup. If you're already loading similar magnum cartridges, there's a good chance you have what you need.

What's the difference between this Master Hunter set and the Master Hunter Deluxe set?

This is the two-die version with a full-length sizing die and the Competition Seating Die. The Deluxe version adds a standard neck sizing die as a third die for on-the-range load development. If you full-length size every time for hunting reliability, the two-die set covers your bases.

Will these Redding dies work in my press?

Yes. The dies use the industry-standard 7/8-14 threaded bodies, so they'll thread into any standard single-stage or turret press that accepts that thread. That covers the vast majority of reloading presses on the market.

How precise is the Competition Seating Die for setting bullet depth?

The micrometer head adjusts seating depth in .001-inch increments, letting you fine-tune and repeat your bullet jump with ease. The die aligns the case and bullet inside a precision-ground sleeve before seating begins, which produces straighter ammo with less runout. It's the same seating technology Redding built its match reputation on.

Additional information

UPC

611760282614

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Manufacturer Part Number

28261

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