Unlock Precision: The Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit for Superior Cast Bullet Performance

For dedicated handloaders and shooting enthusiasts, achieving consistent accuracy and reliable performance from your ammunition is paramount. Whether you're a seasoned reloader looking to fine-tune your cast bullet loads or a newcomer eager to explore the cost-effective and rewarding world of casting your own projectiles, understanding the crucial role of bullet sizing is essential. This detailed guide explores the Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit, an indispensable tool designed to elevate your reloading endeavors.

The Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit stands as a cornerstone for anyone committed to producing high-quality, precision cast bullets. It’s an answer to fundamental questions like, "How can I improve the accuracy of my cast bullets?" or "What's the best way to prevent leading in my firearm when shooting lead projectiles?" This kit provides a streamlined solution for lubricating and sizing cast bullets, ensuring they precisely match your firearm's bore for optimal performance.

Why Bullet Sizing is Non-Negotiable for Cast Projectiles

Before diving into the specifics of the Lee Precision 90046 Kit, let's understand why bullet sizing is such a critical step in the cast bullet reloading process.

• Ensuring Bore Fit: Cast bullets must be sized to a diameter that perfectly seals the bore of your firearm. If a bullet is too small, hot gasses can blow past it, leading to poor accuracy, excessive leading, and inconsistent velocities. If it's too large, it can cause excessive pressure or difficulty chambering.
• Improving Accuracy: A properly sized bullet engages the rifling consistently, leading to better bullet stability and tighter groups downrange. This is often the single most significant factor in achieving precision with cast loads.
• Preventing Leading: Lubrication and proper sizing work hand-in-hand to minimize barrel leading. When a bullet is correctly sized and lubricated, it reduces friction and prevents molten lead from stripping off and depositing in the barrel's rifling grooves.
• Consistent Performance: Sizing ensures uniformity across all your projectiles, leading to more consistent velocities and pressures, which directly translates to reliable and predictable shooting.
• Facilitating Gas Check Installation: Many high-velocity cast loads require gas checks to protect the bullet base from hot gasses. The sizing process often includes the simultaneous seating and crimping of these gas checks for a secure fit.

Introducing the Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit: Your Partner in Precision Reloading

The Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit is engineered for simplicity, effectiveness, and durability. It provides all the core components needed to properly size and lubricate your cast bullets with ease. This kit is a testament to Lee Precision's commitment to providing high-quality, accessible reloading equipment to the shooting community.

What's Included in Your Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit:

The kit is thoughtfully assembled to get you started on your bullet sizing journey right away. Each kit contains:

1. Sizer Die: The heart of the system, precisely machined from steel to achieve the desired bullet diameter. It features standard 7/8 x 14 threads, making it compatible with virtually any single-stage reloading press.
2. Sizer Punch: This component is used in place of a standard shell holder in your press's ram. Its design allows you to push bullets nose-first through the sizing die.
3. Sized Bullet Capture Container: A convenient receptacle that collects your perfectly sized and lubricated bullets as they exit the die, keeping your workspace tidy and your finished projectiles secure.
4. Comprehensive Instructions: Clear, step-by-step guidance to ensure you can operate the kit safely and effectively from your very first use.

Key Features that Set the Lee Precision 90046 Kit Apart:

• Innovative Push-Through Design: Unlike some traditional sizing methods that pull the bullet, the Lee Precision system pushes the bullet nose-first through the sizing die. This ingenious design offers several advantages:
  • No Special Nose Punches Needed: Because the bullet is pushed from the base, there's no requirement for different nose punches for various bullet profiles. This simplifies your setup and reduces the need for additional accessories.
  • Clean and Efficient: The nose-first approach often results in a cleaner operation, with lubricant applied evenly and excess easily wiped away.
  • Damage Prevention: This method minimizes the risk of deforming delicate bullet noses, preserving the integrity of your carefully cast projectiles.
• Integrated Gas Check Seating and Crimping: For reloaders utilizing gas checks, this kit provides a seamless solution. As the bullet is pushed through the die, the gas check is firmly seated and crimped onto the bullet's base, ensuring it remains securely attached during firing. This is a crucial feature for preventing gas cutting and improving accuracy, especially at higher velocities.
• Universal Compatibility: The sizer die is equipped with standard 7/8 x 14 threads, making it a perfect fit for nearly all single-stage reloading presses on the market. This means you won't need to invest in specialized equipment beyond your existing press.
• Durable Steel Construction: Crafted from robust steel, the components of the Lee Precision 90046 Kit are built to withstand the rigors of consistent use, ensuring a long service life and reliable performance for years to come.
• Designed Specifically for Cast Bullets: This kit is optimized for lead or alloy cast bullets. Its design accounts for the unique properties of cast projectiles, ensuring proper sizing and lubrication for optimal results.

Mastering the Process: How to Use Your Lee Precision Lube & Size Kit

Using the Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit is straightforward, even for those new to bullet sizing. Here's a step-by-step guide to achieving perfectly sized and lubricated cast bullets:

1. Prepare Your Press: Securely thread the Lee Precision Sizer Die into the top of your single-stage reloading press. Replace your press's standard shell holder with the provided Sizer Punch in the ram.
2. Apply Lubricant: This is a critical step. While the kit provides the mechanical means for sizing, effective lubrication is essential for smooth operation and preventing leading. Apply a thin, even coat of Lee Liquid Alox (sold separately) to your cast bullets. You can do this by tumbling them in a plastic container with a small amount of lubricant, ensuring complete coverage. Allow the lubricant to dry slightly until tacky.
3. Position the Bullet: Place a lubricated cast bullet, base-first, onto the Sizer Punch in the press's ram. If using a gas check, place it on the bullet's base before raising the ram.
4. Size the Bullet: Slowly and smoothly raise the press ram. The bullet will be pushed nose-first into and through the sizer die. You'll feel a slight resistance as the bullet passes through the sizing ring. If using a gas check, it will be seated and crimped onto the base as the bullet enters the die.
5. Capture the Sized Bullet: As the ram is fully raised and then lowered, the perfectly sized and lubricated bullet will exit the bottom of the die and drop into the integrated capture container.
6. Repeat: Continue this process for all your cast bullets, ensuring consistent application of lubricant and smooth operation of the press.
7. Clean Up: Once finished, clean your equipment and store it properly.

Important Note on Sizing Diameter: For optimal results with cast bullets, Lee Precision recommends selecting a sizing kit that is approximately .001" larger than your firearm's groove diameter. For example, if your 9mm pistol has a .356" groove diameter, you would ideally size your cast bullets to .357". This slight oversizing ensures a complete seal with the rifling, enhancing accuracy and minimizing leading. Always consult your firearm's specifications or perform a slugging test to determine your precise groove diameter.

Essential Complements (Sold Separately)

To fully utilize your Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit, you'll need two additional items, neither of which are included in the kit itself:

• Lee Liquid Alox: This specialized lubricant is highly recommended for use with Lee sizing dies. Its unique formulation provides excellent lubrication, reduces leading, and helps to bond the lubricant to the bullet, ensuring consistent performance.
• Reloading Press: The Lee Precision 90046 Kit is designed for use with any standard single-stage reloading press. If you don't already own one, this will be your primary piece of equipment for operating the sizing die.

Why Reloaders Trust Lee Precision: A Brand of Innovation and Value

Lee Precision has earned a stellar reputation in the reloading community for its innovative designs, robust construction, and commitment to providing high-quality tools at accessible prices. The 90046 Lube & Size Kit exemplifies this philosophy. It's a prime example of their focus on user-friendly features that enhance the reloading experience while delivering precision results. Choosing Lee Precision means investing in equipment that is both reliable and cost-effective, allowing you to maximize your enjoyment and efficiency in handloading.

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Product Specifications & Features Summary

The following table provides a concise overview of the Lee Precision 90046 Lube & Size Kit's key attributes:

Attribute	Detail	Notes
Brand	Lee Precision	Renowned for quality reloading equipment.
Model	Classic Bullet Sizing Kit	Part of the comprehensive Lee Precision line.
Function	Lube & Size Bullet	Essential for cast bullet performance.
Material	Steel	Durable and long-lasting construction.
Compatible With	Single Stage Presses	Standard 7/8 x 14 threads.
Includes	Sizer Die / Sizer Punch / Catch Container	All core components for immediate use.
Media Type	Cast Bullets	Optimized for lead and alloy projectiles.
Quantity	1 Kit	Complete solution in one package.
Weight	95 oz	Approximate shipping weight (for the complete kit).
UPC	734307900465	Unique Product Code for identification.
MPN	90046	Manufacturer Part Number.