Hornady A-TIP Match Custom Bullet Seating Stem 6.5mm .264" 135/153 gr

The Hornady A-TIP Match Custom Bullet Seating Stem for 6.5mm .264" 135/153 grain is a precision reloading component engineered for shooters who demand repeatable accuracy. Designed specifically to work with Hornady Custom Grade Dies, this seating stem enables consistent bullet seating without risk of deformation—a critical requirement for match-grade ammunition production.

The A-TIP stem is calibrated for the aerodynamic Hornady A-TIP Match bullet, a hybrid design combining tangent ogive geometry with a polymer tip for superior ballistic coefficient and consistent performance downrange. This component accommodates both the 135-grain and 153-grain variants commonly used in precision rifle disciplines, providing reloaders flexibility across weight selections without requiring multiple dies. The stem's tight tolerances ensure that bullet runout and seating depth remain uniform shot-to-shot, which translates directly to tighter group sizes and more predictable external ballistics.

This stem is purpose-built for long-range precision shooters working with 6.5mm platforms—whether loading for PRS competitions, designated marksman rifles, or high-precision hunting applications. Reloaders focused on sub-MOA performance will find that match-grade seating components directly support that goal. The stem requires Hornady Custom Grade Dies and is not compatible with other manufacturers' die systems, ensuring a purpose-matched system with no interference fit concerns.

Hornady reloading components are established in precision ammunition production, favored by competition loaders and serious rifle enthusiasts who recognize that consistency starts with precision tooling. The A-TIP Match line represents the company's focus on aerodynamic bullet design paired with equally precise seating systems.