Clamps around the entire die, resulting in a more precise mating of the lock ring threads to the die threads. They are supplied with all Forster's high quality Bench Rest Dies. Easy-to-use cross bolt connects the two ends of the ring instead of a traditional screw design that tightens directly into the threads of the die, resulting in a more precise mating of the lock ring threads to the die threads Provides a more reliable alignment with no canting, and no damage to the die threads, which remain undamaged Tightening or loosening the steel cross bolt screw requires only a 7/64a ^2 hex key (Allen wrench) Fits standard 7/8a ^2-14 thread dies from most manufacturers