[quote=smokepole]I'm new to loading for the 30-30, and using a Redding A series FL die set. So far the only bullet I've loaded is the Hornady 160 FTX.
I tried the usual set-up for the seater die, put a case in the shell holder, put he ram is all the way up, screw in the die until it contacts the case, and back off a full turn. The directions with the die didn't say anything different.[quote]
IIRC, the directions say to screw the die in a bit deeper - not back it off.
Might be - this is the problem.
Aahhh - evidently not enough coffee yesterday.
I was thinking sizer even after you said "seater"!
My stupidity on display!