Hornady Match Grade Bushing .264"

The Hornady Match Grade Bushing .264" is a precision neck-sizing bushing designed for reloaders who want exact control over case neck tension. If you're running Hornady Match Grade dies and need to fine-tune how tightly your cases grip loaded bullets, this bushing lets you dial in the exact fit without over-working brass or creating excessive neck pressure. It's a straightforward way to improve consistency and extend case life, especially if you reload for precision rifles or competitive shooting.

Hornady Match Grade bushings work with both their full-length and neck-sizing dies. The .264" size fits cases that use that neck diameter after sizing. Because bushings come in .002" increments, you can step up or down to find the sweet spot for your brass and bullets—tighter grip for thinner-jacketed bullets, looser for thicker jackets. This fine-tuning is what separates match-grade reloading from one-size-fits-all sizing, and it's why precision shooters reach for these bushings.

The bushings themselves are self-centering, which means they automatically align your case neck for even sizing across the entire neck length. That consistency translates to tighter velocity spreads and better accuracy downrange. Once you've found the right bushing size for your setup, swapping it in and out takes seconds—no die adjustments needed, just drop the new bushing in and you're ready to resize.

Key Features

• Self-centering design ensures even neck sizing around the entire case neck
• Available in .002" increments for precise neck tension tuning
• Works with Hornady Match Grade full-length and neck-sizing dies
• Helps prevent over-sizing and brass work-hardening
• Quick and easy bushing swaps without die re-adjustment

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What dies do Hornady Match Grade bushings work with?

These bushings fit Hornady Match Grade full-length and neck-sizing dies. They install directly into the die and work with the Match Grade reloading system.

Why would I use a bushing instead of a standard sizing die?

Bushings let you control exactly how tightly the case neck grips the bullet, which is impossible to do with a standard die. By selecting the right bushing size, you avoid over-sizing brass, reduce neck tension variation, and extend case life—all things that matter for precision rifle or competitive reloading.

How do I know which bushing size I need?

You'll need to measure your loaded rounds (with bullet seated) and work backward, or start with your current bushing and step up or down based on your desired neck tension. Hornady bushings come in .002" increments, so you can fine-tune in small steps until you find the fit that works for your brass and bullets.

Can I swap bushings between different loads?

Yes. Swapping bushings is quick and requires no die adjustment, making it easy to switch between different ammunition setups or bullet styles if they need different neck tensions.