Excellent results with LR Mauser barrel
I've re-barreled 10 or more K98 Mauser's with excellent results. I also use the receiver tap to chase the threads. The tool is still in like new condition.
BARREL/RECEIVER DIES Reviews & Ratings
Die
The die does not cut threads accurately. When the die cuts the thread to the correct major diameter of 1.1" it does not cut the root of the thread to the correct depth. It is necessary to adjust the die to cut a smaller diameter in order to get the root correct. This was validated by comparing the threads cut by the die to multiple receivers and barrels to verify the problem.
Chipped on 1st use
I used this for the first time on a factory Remington 700 barrel to chase the threads by hand, and upon examination it did good work but the first couple of threads on the die itself are now broken/chipped.
I'd like to imagine I did something wrong or used too much force or something, however, I do not have hulk hands and any rotational force or pressure was applied with bare hands only, so I am inclined to think it was unfortunately the tool.
