DF: Don't understand why you wouldn't go with a Wilson seater since you already have an arbor press? Takes me about 15 minutes to do a Wilson seater. And I'm a slow/steady type at the lathe....
If you're paying to have this done, using a 'close' standard Wilson die (222, 223) is even easier.
The Wilson seater is an option that's not off the table. I'm looking for a .222 or .223 Wilson seater on Ebay. None there right now. I've picked up some, like .220 Swift, at good prices. One of those acquired cheap enough would be OK for the smith to ream with the same reamer.
I've also considered a .204 Hornady seating die with a .224" sliding sleave. That and a tricked out Redding FL type "S" sizer would probably work. I'm looking for the most buzz for the buck, but want something I won't need to be replacing.
DF
