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Reducing the size of a rod you want to thread with a die makes it easier to start the die, but the real secret is to add a 30° chamfer to the end of the rod.
Die Blank Size is the Major Diameter less 10% of the Pitch. This is about the same as common bolts.
Tool Ejecting Draw Bar, Mini Mill
Cut-Off Blade, P1