Hornady Match Grade Bushing .306"

The Hornady Match Grade Bushing .306" is a precision neck sizing component designed for handloaders who demand consistency and case longevity. This interchangeable bushing works with Hornady's Match Grade die system to let you dial in exactly the neck tension you want on your reloaded ammunition—critical for shooters pursuing tight groups at the range or in the field. By sizing only to what you need rather than oversizing, you preserve case life and avoid the work-hardening that comes from excessive brass manipulation.

The .306" bushing is one size in Hornady's lineup available in .002-inch increments, so you can fine-tune your setup to match your specific bullets and brass. The bushing design is self-centering, which means it automatically aligns your case neck for uniform sizing without fussy adjustment. This is the kind of precision engineering that separates match-grade reloading from basic sizing.

The bushing installs into either a Match Grade Full Length Die (which sizes the case body, bumps the shoulder, and necks down) or a Match Grade Neck Die (neck sizing and shoulder bumping only, no body work). Both die types pair this bushing with a self-centering decap spindle fitted with an o-ring tensioner, plus an elliptical expander ball and headed decap pin—features shared with Hornady's Custom Grade Dies. If you're building precision rifle ammunition and want to extend case life while maintaining repeatable neck tension, this bushing is the tool to get there.

Key Features

• Interchangeable design allows you to match your bullet and brass combination precisely
• Self-centering construction ensures consistent, uniform neck sizing without manual adjustment
• .002-inch increment sizing for fine-tuned neck tension control
• Reduces case work-hardening by eliminating unnecessary oversizing
• Compatible with Hornady Match Grade Full Length and Neck Dies
• Self-centering decap spindle with o-ring tensioner for reliable case preparation

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between this bushing and full-length sizing?

This .306" bushing is designed for use with either Hornady Match Grade Full Length Dies or Neck Dies. With a Full Length Die, the bushing sizes your case neck to a specific tension while the die body handles shoulder bumping and case body sizing. A Neck Die using this bushing sizes only the neck and bumps the shoulder, leaving case body dimensions alone. Either way, the bushing prevents oversizing and extends brass life compared to traditional one-size-fits-all sizing.

How do I know what size bushing I need?

Bushings are sold in .002-inch increments, so you can step up or down from this .306" size depending on your bullet diameter and desired neck fit. You'll want to measure your loaded round and your fired case neck to determine the right bushing for your specific reloading setup.

Will this bushing work with other brands of dies?

This bushing is designed for use with Hornady Match Grade dies. Compatibility with other die manufacturers is not covered in the product information provided.

What comes with the bushing itself?

The bushing is the interchangeable sizing component. You'll need a compatible Hornady Match Grade Full Length Die or Neck Die to use it. The dies include the self-centering decap spindle, o-ring spindle tensioner, elliptical expander ball, and headed decap pin.