Want To Buy 475 #2 3 1/2" Brass --

[mrgreene]

Hey Guys
I need 475 #2 Nitro express Brass for a double rifle I have purchased .. I am still trying to locate a set of reloading dies for the 475 #2 eley cartridge as well But can fireform if I have brass and use the brass to have a set made. Any help would be much appreciated.
Best regards
Chuck

 

[rookhawk]

I’m not saying you should break the law, but just giving you an anecdote. If you personally import from Australia from say Northern Shooters supply, they have a very good batting average of getting Bertram brass through customs. You’d probably get about 100 pieces of new brass to your door for about $650.

I have no affiliation with US customs, Australian dealers, or Bertram Brass. I’m just pointing out a pretty good rumor with a pretty good track record.

Alternatively, I’ll sell them to you for 4x that price if you give me a month or two.

 

[mrgreene]

Thank you for the heads up.
I believe I will try option 1

 

[HunterX]

I have also heard that Desert Tech is importing Bertram Brass now. You could reach out to them.

 

[mrgreene]

Thank you

 

[deewayne2003]

For the dies I would check with CH4D - They are often 12-18months out on building a set of dies; however sometimes you can get lucky and they'll have a set on the shelf.

 

[mrgreene]

Thanks for the response
They said at least 36 mos. and want 5 fired out of each barrel and 2 dummy loads for overall with no return on the brass. If I had 10 fired I could wait on the die set. Trim die to length if needed on the fire formed, load and go.

 

[deewayne2003]

@mrgreene ..... It would appear that the same company that @rookhawk suggested for brass also has 1 set of dies in stock!

475 Nitro Express 2 Die Set

475 Nitro Express 2 Die Set One of the great range of obsolete ammunition cases and dies available from Northern Shooters Supplies and growing.

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[rookhawk]

@mrgreene ..... It would appear that the same company that @rookhawk suggested for brass also has 1 set of dies in stock!

475 Nitro Express 2 Die Set

475 Nitro Express 2 Die Set One of the great range of obsolete ammunition cases and dies available from Northern Shooters Supplies and growing.

rssvd-eflvr.volusion.store

Dies and Shellholders are likely in stock at CH4D and for about $300. The ones in Australia are CH4D but you're paying a lot of markup needlessly rather than getting them from the manufacturer in Ohio.

 

[deewayne2003]

Dies and Shellholders are likely in stock at CH4D and for about $300. The ones in Australia are CH4D but you're paying a lot of markup needlessly rather than getting them from the manufacturer in Ohio.

He said in previous post that CH4D quoted him 3 years....... and lots of brass to get them

Thanks for the response
They said at least 36 mos. and want 5 fired out of each barrel and 2 dummy loads for overall with no return on the brass. If I had 10 fired I could wait on the die set. Trim die to length if needed on the fire formed, load and go.

 

[rookhawk]

OP, did you call CH4D, or another die maker? I just got a set of 450#2 dies and shell holder from them a week ago. They just came in stock. They definitely have the shell holder. (Same one) They may have them in production if they don’t have stock.

 

[mrgreene]

I have a 475 shellholder for the Eley. I called C4HD before I set the thread in motion and they are a bare minimum 24-36 mos to produce this die set with 10 fired brass and 2 dummy loads needed with no return of provided brass. I have seen the Northern Supply ad and when you click to order its out of stock. I truly appreciate all the help as this is the most helpful group I have leaned upon. BTW -- Be careful who you reach out to on replies as I have had 2 PM's from possible scammers claiming to have the the dies and brass but want alternative payment methods that you cant track and when you ask about specifics...crickets.

 

[mrgreene]

I have a possible option with Lee. They can do a set in roughly 16 weeks and I will nee to use an adapter with the RCBS press for the larger size. I am leaning towards this option and using some Kynoch to send from the rifle.

@mrgreene ..... It would appear that the same company that @rookhawk suggested for brass also has 1 set of dies in stock!

475 Nitro Express 2 Die Set

475 Nitro Express 2 Die Set One of the great range of obsolete ammunition cases and dies available from Northern Shooters Supplies and growing.

rssvd-eflvr.volusion.store

Deewayne
I have seen that ad. When you click to purchase they are out of stock.

 

[mrgreene]

Thanks, I am grateful to everyone for the help. I was able to speak with Roger at Northern Shooters and he did have a 475 #2 die set. for the .483 3 1/2 ... I am off to the races......

 

[mrgreene]

I want to give credit where credit is due. I can't thank everyone that sent links for dies and brass enough for the Roger Mowbray recommendation ( Northern Shooter Supply, Australia ) Not only did Roger call to discuss the die sets , He caught an overpayment that would have gone un-noticed. It never ceases to amaze me the quality people involved in the collectible/hunting fraternity. I appreciate all the help and if you need something that is rare or special you will do no better than to reach out to Roger. A real class act. Just FYI. Australia to Alabama in 5 days travel shipped. Thank you all and Roger. A big bore double speaks again.

 

[rookhawk]

I want to give credit where credit is due. I can't thank everyone that sent links for dies and brass enough for the Roger Mowbray recommendation ( Northern Shooter Supply, Australia ) Not only did Roger call to discuss the die sets , He caught an overpayment that would have gone un-noticed. It never ceases to amaze me the quality people involved in the collectible/hunting fraternity. I appreciate all the help and if you need something that is rare or special you will do no better than to reach out to Roger. A real class act. Just FYI. Australia to Alabama in 5 days travel shipped. Thank you all and Roger. A big bore double speaks again.

All of AH is happy to help. I wish we had more Ozzy sponsors. They have a true passion for large bores and their small businesses do a great job making bullets, dies, and brass to keep our rifles operational. I had nothing but great experiences buying from Northern Shooter Supply as well.

As an aside, I appreciate AH and I understand that we need sponsors to keep this site going. The problem is many small businesses cannot afford to be site sponsors. I hope the owners of AH consider the idea of commission-based referral links so all the great mom-and-pop sellers can keep going on and AH can get a fair piece of every transaction.