Hornady 545118 Match Grade Die Set 6.5X47 Lapua
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The Hornady 545118 Match Grade Die Set for 6.5x47 Lapua gives precision reloaders the tools to control every variable that matters downrange. Built around interchangeable neck-sizing bushings, this die set lets you tune neck tension to your exact specifications—eliminating the guesswork and brass overworking that kills accuracy. Whether you're loading for a match rifle, long-range hunting rig, or tactical bolt gun, these dies reward attention to detail with tighter groups and longer brass life.
The set comes equipped with Hornady's Click-Adjust Micrometer, now factory-installed on the seating die as of 2025. That micrometer provides repeatable, indexed bullet seating depth in 0.001" increments, removing another source of variation from your loading process. The combination of controlled neck tension and precise seating depth is exactly what match-grade reloading demands.
Hornady offers this die set in two configurations: full-length sizing and shoulder-bump neck sizing. Both styles accommodate the interchangeable neck-sizing bushings, so you choose the approach that fits your workflow and brass management philosophy. If you're serious about consistency and willing to invest in the process, Match Grade dies reward that discipline with measurable improvements in vertical spread and extreme spread.
Key Features
- Interchangeable, self-centering neck-sizing bushings eliminate over-sizing and case-neck work-hardening
- Click-Adjust Micrometer for bullet seating with 0.001" increment indexing
- Factory-installed micrometer (new for 2025)
- Designed for 6.5x47 Lapua cartridge
- Available in full-length sizing or shoulder-bump neck-sizing styles
- Tight tolerances engineered to translate into smaller group sizes at range
Specifications
| Product Number | 545118 |
| Brand | Hornady |
| Cartridge | 6.5x47 Lapua |
| Die Type | Match Grade Die Set (available in full-length sizing or shoulder-bump neck-sizing) |
| Neck-Sizing Bushings | Interchangeable, self-centering |
| Seating Micrometer | Click-Adjust, factory-installed |
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the advantage of interchangeable neck-sizing bushings?
Neck-sizing bushings let you fine-tune how much the case neck is resized during the reloading process. By selecting the correct bushing size for your brass and chamber, you control neck tension precisely—avoiding the excessive sizing that work-hardens brass and shortens its lifespan. This tighter, more consistent neck tension translates directly to better bullet-to-bullet velocity consistency and smaller groups.
Do I need to choose between full-length sizing and shoulder-bump neck sizing before I buy?
Yes. The Hornady 545118 is available in two configurations: full-length sizing dies and shoulder-bump neck-sizing dies. Both use interchangeable neck bushings. Full-length sizing is the more traditional approach; shoulder-bump sizing works with already-fire-formed brass and minimizes sizing work. Choose based on your brass management and loading approach.
What's included with the Click-Adjust Micrometer?
As of 2025, the Click-Adjust Micrometer comes factory-installed on the seating die. It provides indexed seating depth adjustment in 0.001" increments, removing operator error from the bullet-seating process and ensuring repeatable seating depths across your reloading session.
Is this die set suitable for match and long-range hunting reloading?
Yes. Match Grade dies are built for situations where consistency matters most—competition shooting, precision hunting, and long-range rifle work all benefit from the tight tolerances and neck-control capabilities these dies provide.
