I was going crazy until I did this exactly, do not mess around DO IT:
Quoted from post #8, Props to RedRyder!!
"The way to get the smallest OAL, from my experience, is to:
A. Use the U-die by EGW (http://www.egwguns.c...reloading-dies/ ) ( tighter seating )
B. Have a separate bullet seat and crimp. (easier to make small adjustments )
C. Use the Whidden Gunworks 650 toolhead with clamp parts installed from UniqueTek ( http://www.uniquetek...6/product/T1333 ) ( eliminates toolhead movement )
D. Use a good caliper and use it consistently
E. Make sure your shell plate and dies are tightened properly
F. Use the Redding Competition Seater die ( http://www.midwayusa...r-die-9mm-luger ) (easy to make very small adjustments)
G. Use the same head stamped brass
H. And most importantly be sure you stroke the 650 handle smooth and consistent. ( sloppy stroke = sloppy results )
My OAL is +/- .001."
Jan