ten ring Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 Sorry guys but I searched and couldn't find the complete answer. I'm new to reloading 38 super comp and in the process of buying the essentials for my 550. I called Dillon for help and they told me I needed the 380 conversion kit. Ok, now I'm assuming I need the 38 super dies because they don't make specific 38 super comp dies. Also, do I need to buy a 38 super powder drop or do I use the 380 powder drop that comes with the conversion kit? My peanut brain is getting confused, but I want to get it right the first time. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darthdively Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 Buy 38 super dies and the 380 conversion plate set upSent from my SM-N920P using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TacticalJesus Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 I'm just getting into 38SC also and I found most people are saying to use the #3 shellplate. Keeps 9mm brass out by accident. Dillion makes a 38 Super conversion kit. Curious to see what other say on here. I have the 650 so they make a SC for it but I thought the brass was pretty much the same minus the rim being different . I'll ask a couple buddies that load and see what they say about this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcc7x7 Posted August 1, 2017 Share Posted August 1, 2017 Get the shell plate for 380/223 the other shell plate is for 38 super not super comp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomjerry1 Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 I'm using the 223 shell plate, works good. I also just got an EGW undersize die, seems after a few reloads, the cases bulge. I have been told that the cases will stretch, check for OAL also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkS_A18138 Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 Just ask for a #3 shell plate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMike Posted August 9, 2017 Share Posted August 9, 2017 I use the 9mm conversion and 38 Super dies on a Dillon 650. No issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
191138sc Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Also using the .223 shell plate. Never had a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickd1 Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 you will need a #3 shell plate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ten ring Posted August 23, 2017 Author Share Posted August 23, 2017 Thanks for the help guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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