RCBS Collet .50BMG for Bullet Puller

• Caliber-specific .50 BMG fit: Sized for .50 BMG / 12.7x99mm bullets, this collet gives the secure grip needed for controlled bullet pulling on large cartridges without relying on a one-size-fits-all solution.
• Component salvage: Used with the RCBS bullet puller system, it helps remove bullets from loaded ammunition so brass, bullets and other components can be recovered for reloading work.
• Made for big-bore RCBS setups: This collet is intended for the 1-1/2-inch-12 Bullet Puller, making it a practical match for heavy-duty RCBS equipment built around .50 BMG reloading tasks.
• USA-made RCBS construction: Built in the USA, it reflects RCBS's long focus on reloading tools and gives reloaders a purpose-built accessory for repeated bench use.

About the RCBS Bullet Puller Collet Series

The RCBS Bullet Puller Collet range is built for reloaders who want a more controlled way to disassemble loaded cartridges and recover usable components. Instead of relying on impact-style bullet pulling, these caliber-specific collets are designed to work with RCBS puller bodies so the bullet can be gripped securely and withdrawn in a more deliberate, bench-mounted process. That approach is especially useful when the goal is to preserve components for later use rather than simply break down a cartridge.

Within the RCBS reloading lineup, the series serves handloaders who value repeatable setup, caliber-matched fit and compatibility with established RCBS press and puller systems. Different collets are made for different bullet diameters, which is important because proper fit directly affects grip, consistency and the likelihood of removing the bullet cleanly. In practical terms, the series is aimed at reloaders correcting assembly mistakes, reclaiming components from loaded rounds or handling specialized cartridges where a dedicated tool offers better control than a general-purpose alternative.

About the RCBS Collet .50BMG for Bullet Puller

The RCBS Collet .50BMG for Bullet Puller is a dedicated reloading accessory for one of the largest common sporting and tactical cartridge classes, making it a specialized choice for .50 Browning / 12.7x99mm ammunition work. Its purpose is straightforward: it provides the caliber-specific interface needed to pull .50 BMG bullets from loaded cartridges when used with the RCBS 1-1/2-inch-12 Bullet Puller. For reloaders working with big-bore ammunition, that dedicated fit matters because the scale of the cartridge calls for tooling matched to its bullet diameter and handling requirements.

With a stated bullet diameter of 12.95 mm, this collet is configured for the large projectile dimensions associated with .50 BMG loading. In practice, that means a more appropriate grip for controlled bullet removal and a better chance of salvaging components for later use. This is valuable when correcting load errors, breaking down older ammunition or reclaiming brass and projectiles from rounds that should not be fired as assembled.

As an RCBS accessory made in the USA, it fits naturally into a bench setup centered on case preparation and ammunition rework. Rather than adding unnecessary complexity, this collet does one specific job: it adapts the RCBS bullet puller system to .50 BMG cartridges so large-format ammunition can be disassembled with the same methodical approach reloaders expect from dedicated bench tools.

About RCBS

RCBS was founded in 1943 by Fred T. Huntington in Oroville, California. The company name came from Rock Chuck Bullet Swage, Huntington's original bullet-swaging die, and that origin still reflects the brand's close connection to practical handloading. RCBS has long focused on equipment for ammunition reloading, with product lines covering presses, dies, shell holders, powder measures and priming tools.

Today, RCBS manufactures reloading tools in Oroville, California and remains closely associated with rifle and pistol cartridge handloading. Its catalog spans single-stage, turret and progressive presses, showing the brand's emphasis on serving everyone from careful bench reloaders to higher-volume users. Since 2024, RCBS has been a brand of Hodgdon Powder Company, while continuing to be recognized for specialized reloading equipment and accessories built around the needs of serious handloaders.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: RCBS
• Product type: Bullet puller collet
• Intended use: Case preparation
• Compatible calibers: .50 Browning, 12.7x99mm, .50 BMG
• Bullet diameter: 12.95 mm
• Bullet diameter (inch): 50.00 inch
• Made in: USA

Warranty

RCBS covers this product with a 2-year warranty.