Frankford Arsenal 516503 Stainless Steel Dial Caliper, Multi-Caliber, Silver

The Frankford Arsenal 516503 stainless steel dial caliper is the workhorse measuring tool every reloader needs on the bench. Reloading demands precision across a dozen critical dimensions—case length, neck diameter, base diameter, overall cartridge length, primer pocket depth—and guessing is never an option. This dial caliper handles the full range of inside and outside diameter measurements plus depths, giving you the repeatability and accuracy your handloads depend on.

Built from stainless steel for durability in the reloading environment, this caliper reads to within .001" and delivers the kind of consistency that separates tight groups from wild shots downrange. The dial mechanism is straightforward to read and easier on the eyes than vernier calipers, especially under bench lighting. Whether you're working up a precision rifle load or running production batches across multiple calibers, having a reliable measuring tool that won't rust or drift saves time and eliminates the frustration of remeasuring the same case twice.

The silver-finished dial caliper arrives in a protective case, so it stays clean and organized when you're not using it. If you reload across different caliber families—from .223 to .308 to magnum cartridges—a single quality dial caliper handles them all. It's also handy for non-reloading tasks: bullet seating depth, chamber casting dimensions, or any field measurement where .001" accuracy matters.

Key Features

• Stainless steel construction resists corrosion on the reloading bench
• Measures inside and outside diameters plus depths with a single tool
• Dial readout is easy to read and quick to interpret
• Accurate to within .001" for precise reloading tolerances
• Works across all calibers—no separate tools needed
• Comes in a protective carrying case

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What dimensions can this dial caliper measure?

The Frankford Arsenal dial caliper measures inside diameters (like neck diameter), outside diameters (like case base diameter), and depths (like primer pocket depth). It's a three-in-one measuring tool that covers the most critical reloading dimensions.

Is this dial caliper suitable for multiple calibers?

Yes. Since it measures actual dimensions rather than caliber-specific steps, this stainless steel dial caliper works across all rifle and pistol calibers without needing separate tools.

How accurate is the Frankford Arsenal 516503?

The caliper is accurate to within .001", which meets the precision tolerance needed for consistent handloads and verifying critical case dimensions.

What's included with this caliper?

The caliper ships with a protective case to keep it clean and organized when stored or transported.