M1 Carbine Herter's Reloading Tools

[Mike D]

Bought a lot not long ago, and these were part of it. Sizer and seater with original box and instructions. Also another Herter's tool that says "30, 38, 401, EXP". Is that a primer remover? The fourth piece is a Wilson case holder. All are in like new condition.

I have no use for these, and want to sell them. Can you guys give me an idea as to how old they are and what they are worth, before I list them on the forum, for sale. Thanks!

Mike

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[Tuna]

They look to have been made by Lyman for Herter's. The die marked with the 30, 38, 401, EXP is most likely a universal deprimering tool. They would date to around the 60's to early 70's maybe. I would guess maybe about a third of what a new set would go for. Lee dies with carbine sizer runs around the $30 mark or so. Being steel dies there is not as much desire for them.

[Mike D]

Thanks for the information!

[Dave in NGA]

I've seen similar die sets on Ebay bringing $15-20.