Just received the Dillon "Blue Press" and they do offer the Redding carbide die for the 223/5.56mm. They say that it does require that the cases be lubed. I use the Imperial sizing wax and much prefer it over the typical case lube/pad. Wipes off easily with a shop rag. I do my reloading of the 2223/5.56mm in batches. Maybe one night will swage primer pockets on new brass. Next one will be uniform the primer pocket, the one after that will be uniforming the flash holes. Lastly will
size then prime, then reload. The first three operations need only be done once, but do clean all primer pockets prior to seating primers. I have a few Rubbermaid tubs that the brass goes in after each operation. I suggest that you buy Rubbermaid as the SWMBO will raise
heck if you snag her Tupperware. You do not want to go there. Frank