Hornady Match Grade Bushing .249"

The Hornady Match Grade Bushing .249" is a precision neck-sizing bushing engineered for competitive reloaders and match shooters who demand exacting control over case neck dimensions. This interchangeable bushing is a core component of Hornady's Match Grade New Dimension Die system, allowing shooters to fine-tune neck sizing for maximum case-to-chamber concentricity and consistent bullet seating.

The .249" dimension represents a specific neck bushing size for precision rifle reloading applications where tight bore-riding and minimal runout are non-negotiable. Hornady's Match Grade bushings are manufactured to close tolerances and work in conjunction with properly sized cases to eliminate excessive neck tension variation from round to round. This directly translates to tighter velocity spreads, reduced vertical stringing at distance, and improved group consistency on the firing line. The bushing's interchangeable design means you can maintain a library of sizes to match different rifle chambers and reloading requirements without investing in multiple complete die sets.

This bushing is essential for serious handloaders running precision rifle competition, long-range hunting, or accuracy-critical load development. Whether you're working up loads for a custom bolt gun, tuning a service rifle platform, or developing match ammunition, the Match Grade Bushing .249" provides the repeatable dimensional control that separates competitive loads from baseline ammunition. Lightweight and compact at 0.25 lbs, it integrates seamlessly into any Match Grade reloading setup.

Hornady's Match Grade line represents a proven standard for accuracy-focused reloaders. The availability of specific bushing sizes—from .240" through larger diameters—allows shooters to dial in the exact neck fit their rifle demands, critical when tolerances are measured in thousandths of an inch. SKU PC594249.