RCBS Full Length 2 Die Set .224 Valkyrie

• Full-Length Sizing for Reliable Chambering: The full-length sizing die returns fired .224 Valkyrie brass to consistent dimensions, which helps cartridges feed and chamber smoothly in rifles used for hunting or range work.
• Seating and Roll Crimp in One Step: The seating die also applies a roll crimp, letting reloaders set bullet depth and secure the projectile in the same operation for more uniform finished ammunition.
• Standard 7/8"-14 Thread: The die set fits presses that use the common 7/8"-14 thread, making it easy to integrate into many single-stage and progressive reloading setups without special adapters.
• Steel Die Construction: Steel sizing and seating dies provide the durability needed for repeated use and stable adjustment over long loading sessions.
• Purpose-Built for Bottleneck Rifle Cases: Designed for bottle neck rifle brass, this 2-die set combines decapping, sizing and bullet seating functions in a straightforward layout that suits conventional rifle case preparation.

About the Full-Length Die Set Series

RCBS Full-Length Die Sets are traditional rifle reloading die sets built for handloaders who want a practical, repeatable way to size and seat ammunition for standard bottleneck cartridges. In the RCBS lineup, they sit as the company’s core all-purpose die option, positioned below more specialized competition-oriented systems but covering the needs of most hunting and general shooting applications. The series centers on a full-length sizing die and a bullet seating die, giving reloaders the essential operations needed to process fired brass and assemble complete cartridges.

Across the series, the sizing die is intended to bring cases back toward SAAMI minimum dimensions for dependable chambering, while the seating die allows bullet depth adjustment and, on these rifle sets, incorporates a roll crimp function. RCBS uses steel die construction and the common 7/8"-14 thread standard, so these sets fit easily into established bench setups. The design philosophy is straightforward: durable dies, familiar adjustment, and compatibility with a wide range of presses. For reloaders building ammunition for field rifles, varmint rifles, or general target use, the Full-Length Die Set series emphasizes consistency, serviceability, and uncomplicated setup rather than added competition-style features.

About the RCBS Full Length 2 Die Set .224 Valkyrie

The RCBS Full Length 2 Die Set .224 Valkyrie is configured for reloaders working with a modern bottleneck rifle cartridge that is often chosen for flat trajectory and efficient long-range performance. In this set, the full-length sizing die handles case resizing and decapping in one operation, which is useful when fired brass needs to be returned to uniform dimensions for reliable chambering across repeated loading cycles. That makes the set well suited to shooters loading for semi-automatic rifles as well as bolt-action platforms where dependable fit matters as much as accuracy.

The second die is a bullet seating die with roll crimp capability. In practice, that gives the reloader control over seating depth while also allowing the bullet to be secured during the same stage if the load calls for it. This is especially useful when building ammunition that must withstand handling, transport, or repeated cycling through the action. The set uses standard adjustment rather than micrometer-style controls, which keeps setup familiar and straightforward for conventional bench loading.

Its steel die construction supports long service life, while the standard 7/8"-14 thread ensures broad press compatibility. For .224 Valkyrie handloaders who want a simple, durable rifle die set for sizing, decapping, seating, and crimping, this model focuses on the core operations that matter most in routine ammunition production.

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 RCBS’s long connection to practical handloading tools. RCBS specializes in ammunition handloading and reloading equipment for rifle and pistol cartridges, with product lines that include dies, presses, shell holders, powder measures, and priming tools.

The company continues to manufacture reloading tools in Oroville, California, and its range covers single-stage, turret, and progressive presses alongside the dies and accessories that support complete bench setups. In 2024, RCBS became a brand of Hodgdon Powder Company. Within the reloading category, RCBS is known for durable, workshop-oriented equipment built around established loading methods and broad cartridge support.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: RCBS
• Made in: USA
• Pack size: 2 die set
• Die operation: Bullet seating, Decapping, Full length sizing, Roll Crimp
• Case body design: Bottle neck
• Case type: Rifle
• Sizing die material: Steel
• Adjustment: Standard
• Press compatibility: Standard 7/8"-14 thread
• Bushing: No
• Bullet Diameter (mm).: 5.69 mm
• Bullet Diameter (inch).: 224.00 inch

Warranty

2 years. This product is covered by a two-year warranty.

In the Box

• Full-length sizing die
• Bullet seating die
• Green die box