The .32-20 Winchester, also known as .32 WCF (Winchester Center Fire), is a versatile cartridge that was introduced by Winchester in 1882. This cartridge was originally designed for the Winchester Model 1873 lever-action rifle.
Specifications:
- Bullet diameter: .312 inches (7.92 mm)
- Case type: Rimmed, bottleneck
- Typical bullet weight: Ranges from 100 to 115 grains
- Muzzle velocity: Approximately 1,200 to 1,500 feet per second, depending on the load
Use Cases:
The .32-20 Winchester was popular for small game hunting, varmint control, and for use in lever-action carbines and revolvers. It offers moderate recoil and is suitable for young or inexperienced shooters, as well as for those seeking a cartridge for light hunting tasks.
In modern times, the .32-20 Winchester is considered somewhat obsolete, but it still finds favor among cowboy action shooters and collectors of vintage firearms. Ammunition is still produced by some manufacturers, allowing enthusiasts to use it in their historical firearms.
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Lee Collet Necksizing 2-Die Set |
Lee RGB Die Set |
Lee Full-Length Sizing Die Set |
90751 |
Lee Breech Lock Die Set |
Lee Ultimate 4-Die Set |
Lee Loader |
Single Dies |
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Full-Length Sizing Die |
91221 |
Sizing Die |
Neck Sizing Die |
Undersize Sizing Die |
Charging Die |
Seating Die |
91178 |
Factory Crimp Die |
90421 (Collet Style) |
Taper Crimp Die |
Inline Bullet Feed Die |
91999 (30 CAL) |
Die Accessories |
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Micrometer Adjuster |
92215 |
Guided Decapper |
91581 |
Case Conditioning Tools |
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Case Length Gauge and Shell Holder |
90146 |
Quick Trim Die |
91365 |
Presses |
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Reloader Press (50 RPH) |
90045 (Lee Reloader Press) |
Hand Press (50 RPH) |
Breech Lock Hand Presses |
Challenger Press (50 RPH) |
90588 (Challenger III) |
Classic Cast Press (50 RPH) |
90998 (Classic Cast Press) |
Value Turret Press (250 RPH) |
90928 (Value 4-hole Turret Press Kit) 90932 (4-hole Turret Press with Auto Index) |
Classic Turret Press (250 RPH) |
90304 (Classic Turret Press Kit) 90064 (Classic Turret Press) |
Ultimate Turret Press (250 RPH) |
91910 (Ultimate Turret Press) |
Pro 1000 Press (500+ RPH) |
Pro 4000 Press (500+ RPH) |
Six Pack Pro Press (500+ RPH) |
91823 (Six Pack Pro Reloading Press) |
Shell Plates and Holders |
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Priming Tool Shell Holder |
90206 (#6) |
Universal Press Shell Holder |
90523 (R6) |
X-Press Shell Holder (APP) |
91539 (#6) |
Pro 1000 Shell Plate |
Auto Breech | Pro 4000 Shell Plate |
Six Pack Pro Shell Plate |
91841 (6S) |
Inline Bullet Feed |
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Inline Bullet Feed Die |
91999 (30 CAL) |
Inline Bullet Feed Kit |
92011 (30CAL) |
Inline Bullet Feed Magazine |
92015 (Medium Inline Bullet Magazine) |
Bullet Casting |
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Classic Bullet Sizing Kit |
90039 |
Breech Lock Bullet Sizer and Punch |
91513 |
Bullet Molds |
90308 (311-93-1R 6 Cavity Mold) 90300 (311-93-1R Double Cavity Mold) 90301 (311-100-2R Double Cavity Mold) 90311 (TL314-90-SWC Double Cavity Mold) |
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