Which 45/70 die set?

[pavogrande]

My set is Herters - cost $4.95 in 1960 = still going strong -
for straight cases like 45/70 you probably can't buy a bad die set --

 

[C ountry]

Thanks, this what I am trying to learn.

I am just starting out.
I will guess I want to load jacketed modern bullets.
Not seeing me using cast lead bullets.
I am wanting the proper kit from the start, without the constant upgrade cycles.

These days feed it any bullet that fits. You're lucky to find it. I have found some Hornady brass to be slightly short once fired and just short enough that it prevents a decent crimp on the reload. It may have been a one time thing but keep in mind the brass could be below length. With cast 45/70 you can also enjoy reduced load shooting if you are lucky enough to run across some Unique gun powder. 10-11 grains under the 350 grain cast lead gives a great shooting round. It'll reach on out there quite accurate around 100 yds without all the shoulder banging. Don't think cast lead is dead. They work just as good today as they did in buffalo days.

 

[EMC45]

When I loaded 45-70 it was with Hornady Custom Grade New Dimension dies. They work great!

Not certain if they still are, but my die set is a 3 piece.