Decapping Die Retaining Pin

#1 · December 21, 2010, 2:23 pm

To my dismay, the small black pin on my carbide decapping die has broken. I now must stop reloading until a replacement is obtained.

I can't seem to find the "proper" name or information for this retention pin. It's the black pin that holds the decapping shaft in place.

Is this something I can buy at Dillon? Or should I just look to my local hardware store?

I'm looking at buying a dozen or so ... they are pretty flimsy looking, and I've only decapped around 3,000 cases (mainly Win, PPU, FC, and Blazer).

Yes, I will pay for them ... some folks go a little to far with the No BS Lifetime Warranty expectations. Just tell me what it is called and whether or not I can get it here.

Thanks,

Steve C
A Happy XL650 owner
An UNHAPPY Lee Loadmaster -- previous owner.

#2 · December 21, 2010, 3:11 pm

The pistol decap pins are a headed pin, like a nail. They are held on by a knurled cap on our pistol decap assembly. We sell pistol decap pins in a ten-pack, stock# 21528 $4.95

#3 · December 21, 2010, 3:47 pm

Thanks for the quick response. It's not the decapping pin. I've attached a picture of the broken part.

Thanks

#4 · December 22, 2010, 12:13 am

Problem solved. I picked up a couple of 1/4" e-clips from my local hardware store. They fit and work perfectly, so far.

Thanks.