Hornady 546118 Custom Grade 2-Die Set 17 Hornet Sizing Seater

The Hornady 546118 Custom Grade Series I 2-Die Set delivers precision reloading capabilities for the 17 Hornet cartridge. This professional-grade die set produces ammunition that consistently meets match-grade standards while extending brass life through proper sizing control.

What Makes This Different

The Custom Grade series features hand-polished internal surfaces and tighter manufacturing tolerances compared to standard reloading dies. Each die undergoes individual inspection to ensure concentricity within 0.001 inches. The sizing die includes an expander ball that's perfectly aligned to prevent case neck runout, while the seating die provides micrometer-adjustable bullet seating depth control.

Key Features

• Full-length sizing die with precision expander ball for consistent neck tension
• Bullet seating die with built-in roll crimp capability
• Hand-polished internal surfaces reduce brass wear and improve case life
• Manufactured to +/- 0.0005-inch tolerance specifications
• Compatible with all standard 7/8-14 thread reloading presses
• Includes detailed reloading instructions and load data reference
• Hardened steel construction with corrosion-resistant finish

Reloaders report consistent accuracy improvements when switching from factory ammunition to handloads created with these dies. The 17 Hornet cartridge benefits significantly from precise powder charges and bullet seating depth control, making this die set essential for varmint hunters and precision shooters. The dies maintain their dimensional stability even after thousands of reloading cycles, ensuring long-term consistency.

Technical Specs

• Caliber: 17 Hornet
• Thread: 7/8-14 TPI standard
• Die Type: Full-length sizing and bullet seating
• Material: Hardened tool steel
• Finish: Black oxide coating
• Included: Sizing die, seating die, instruction sheet
• Compatible: All standard single-stage and progressive presses
• Country of Origin: United States

The Hornady Custom Grade series represents the standard for precision reloading equipment among competitive shooters and serious handloaders. This 17 Hornet die set transforms an already accurate cartridge into a true precision instrument capable of sub-MOA performance.