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product_id: 36607640
title: "Redding #1 Competition Shellholder Set (11601)"
brand: "redding"
price: "A$152"
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reviews_count: 9
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# Customizable headspace control Durable black oxide finish Precision-machined ±0.002" increments Redding #1 Competition Shellholder Set (11601)

**Brand:** redding
**Price:** A$152
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎯 Reload Like a Pro: Precision Shellholders for the Millennial Marksman

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Redding #1 Competition Shellholder Set (11601) by redding
- **How much does it cost?** A$152 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/36607640-redding-1-competition-shellholder-set-11601)

## Best For

- redding enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted redding brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Last with Style:** Distinct black oxide finish ensures durability and clear markings for quick identification.
- • **Effortless Customization:** Easily tweak shoulder bump without special tools or gauges—perfect for fine-tuning your reloads.
- • **Trusted Legacy of Excellence:** Backed by nearly 80 years of Redding innovation, the go-to choice for serious reloaders.
- • **Repeatable Results Every Time:** Once set, no die adjustments needed—streamline your reload process and save valuable time.
- • **Pinpoint Accuracy in Reloading:** Achieve exact headspace adjustments in .002" increments for unmatched ammo consistency.

## Overview

The Redding #1 Competition Shellholder Set offers five precision-machined shellholders in .002" increments, enabling shooters to finely control case-to-chamber headspace for superior reload consistency. Featuring a durable black oxide finish and clear markings, this set eliminates the need for die adjustments once the ideal shellholder is selected. Trusted by reloaders for nearly 80 years, Redding delivers a high-performance, easy-to-use solution designed to optimize accuracy and efficiency in competitive and precision shooting.

## Description

REDDING COMPETITION SHELLHOLDER SET Now you control the headspace. The new easy to use Redding Competition Shellholders enable you to perfectly match the headspace of your reloaded ammo to any gun. Once the proper shellholder is determined your results are repeatable and no die adjustment is necessary. The Redding Competition Shellholders are packaged in five piece sets in .002" increments (+.002", +.004", +.006", +.008" and +.010"). Each shellholder has a distinct black oxide finish and is clearly marked to indicate the amount it will change case-to-chamber headspace - no special tools or gages are needed. Packaged in five piece sets in .002" increment. You can now easily adjust the shoulder bump to customize cases to your specific chamber. REDDING RELOADING EQUIPMENT: For nearly 80 years Redding Reloading has been at the forefront of the Reloading Equipment marketplace. With innovative and high-quality products, Redding Reloading is committed to providing gun owners with the utmost in dies and accessories. Thanks to an ever evolving and growing market, Redding is sure to have the perfect presses and accessories for your particular gun make, model, and design.

Review: These do work, if you know what you are doing - First I want to address the complaints about machining quality. I took measurements with a micrometer, not a caliper, and the message was pretty clear - these are well-machined to strict tolerances. I'm not going to post my measurements because you wouldn't believe me anyhow. Second, these are not really intended for first-time reloaders. Some people learn a lot faster than others, but I only got good at reloading after my first 750 rounds (270, 380 and 6.5). It wasn't always clear to me, but reloading is about consistency. After that finally soaked in, I started buying higher-end brass, and kept a log book to monitor firing cycles, measurements, and powder charges. All that effort led me to start thinking about ways to make the process more efficient - so I searched the internet one day for "graduated shell holders". These absolutely do work, as long as you treat every piece of brass the same. That's why they are called "competition" shell holders. When you are shooting competitively, you start treating your brass like a precision component (I don't shoot competitively, but I treat my brass as if I did). And then these come into the picture. Now you can get close to your ideal measurement, then let the shell holders take you to the exact measurement without all the die work. This really helps save time with die setup is what it comes down to. Finally, the graduations on the die-holders can be deceptive. When it says +.01 on the shell holder, that actually means .01 *less* than a standard shell holder (which is .125" shell holder depth). The +.008 shell holder is .008" less than the standard shell holder depth... ect. That's why you start with the +.01 shell holder first. Hope this helps someone. 10 out of 10.
Review: Well made and work just as described. - These things allow you to precisely set shoulder bump on your cases in order to achieve the optimum headspace for cartridges in your rifle. They provide reduced shoulder bump in .002" increments from what you get with a standard shell holder in your reloading press. This is normally not required, but to wring the most accuracy out of your rifle they can be quite helpful. They are well made and quite precise. I checked mine with a high quality depth micrometer when I received them and found them to be dead nuts on to 3 decimal places. The directions are included with the shell holders. They are simple and concise and produce the results advertised.

## Features

- SHELLHOLDERS SET - Now you can control headspace; You can easily adjust the shoulder bump to customize cases to your specific chamber thanks to the Redding Competition Shellholders Set; It makes every die a custom die
- HIGH PERFORMANCE - The easy to use Redding Competition Shellholders enable you to perfectly match the headspace of your reloaded ammo to any gun; Once the proper shellholder is determined your results are repeatable and no die adjustment is necessary
- EASY TO USE - Each Redding shellholder has a distinct black oxide finish and is clearly marked to indicate the amount it will decrease case-to-chamber headspace - no special tools or gages are needed
- DELIVERY SCOPE - The Redding Competition Shellholders are packaged in five piece sets in .002" increments (+.002", +.004", +.006", +.008" and +.010"); These shellholders sets are available in the following sizes: #1, #2, #4, #6, #7, #10, #12, #18 & #35
- REDDING RELOADING - For nearly 80 years Redding has been at the forefront of the Reloading Equipment marketplace; Redding provides gun owners with the utmost in dies, the perfect presses and accessories for your particular gun make, model, and design

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00015MFG6 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #103,690 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #706 in Gunsmithing Tools |
| Brand Name | Redding |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (185) |
| Date First Available | September 15, 2003 |
| Included Components | item |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 3.98 x 2.48 x 0.75 inches |
| Manufacturer | Redding Reloading Equipment/Imperial |
| Material | Other |
| Model Name | Competition Shellholder Set |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Package Weight | 0.1 Kilograms |
| Part Number | 11601 |
| Sport Type | Hunting |
| Style | #1 (11601) |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |

## Images

![Redding #1 Competition Shellholder Set (11601) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61KXkk5FvhL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These do work, if you know what you are doing
*by M***3 on April 3, 2023*

First I want to address the complaints about machining quality. I took measurements with a micrometer, not a caliper, and the message was pretty clear - these are well-machined to strict tolerances. I'm not going to post my measurements because you wouldn't believe me anyhow. Second, these are not really intended for first-time reloaders. Some people learn a lot faster than others, but I only got good at reloading after my first 750 rounds (270, 380 and 6.5). It wasn't always clear to me, but reloading is about consistency. After that finally soaked in, I started buying higher-end brass, and kept a log book to monitor firing cycles, measurements, and powder charges. All that effort led me to start thinking about ways to make the process more efficient - so I searched the internet one day for "graduated shell holders". These absolutely do work, as long as you treat every piece of brass the same. That's why they are called "competition" shell holders. When you are shooting competitively, you start treating your brass like a precision component (I don't shoot competitively, but I treat my brass as if I did). And then these come into the picture. Now you can get close to your ideal measurement, then let the shell holders take you to the exact measurement without all the die work. This really helps save time with die setup is what it comes down to. Finally, the graduations on the die-holders can be deceptive. When it says +.01 on the shell holder, that actually means .01 *less* than a standard shell holder (which is .125" shell holder depth). The +.008 shell holder is .008" less than the standard shell holder depth... ect. That's why you start with the +.01 shell holder first. Hope this helps someone. 10 out of 10.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well made and work just as described.
*by D***G on January 20, 2022*

These things allow you to precisely set shoulder bump on your cases in order to achieve the optimum headspace for cartridges in your rifle. They provide reduced shoulder bump in .002" increments from what you get with a standard shell holder in your reloading press. This is normally not required, but to wring the most accuracy out of your rifle they can be quite helpful. They are well made and quite precise. I checked mine with a high quality depth micrometer when I received them and found them to be dead nuts on to 3 decimal places. The directions are included with the shell holders. They are simple and concise and produce the results advertised.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Product
*by M***K on January 15, 2026*

Absolutely the greatest thing to come out. No more guessing how little of a turn to make on the die. Just go by the numbers. This is a reloading MUST, IMO.

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