For handloaders who want to squeeze every last drop of accuracy from their bolt-action rifle, the Hornady Neck Sizing Die - 6.5mm (.264) is a purpose-built tool that works the brass as little as possible, preserving case life and maintaining the tight chamber fit that makes fired brass perform at its best. Unlike full-length resizing, neck sizing only works the neck of the case, keeping the body fireformed to your specific chamber and eliminating the minor dimensional changes that can introduce inconsistency over successive reloads. This approach is particularly well suited to precision shooters and hunters who are working with a single bolt-action rifle and want to build a load that shoots as consistently as possible at the range or in the field. The result is not just tighter groups, but significantly extended case life thanks to reduced brass fatigue from repeated working of the body.

Hornady Neck Sizing Die - 6.5mm (.264) Key Features

• Neck Sizing Only: Resizes only the case neck rather than the full body, preserving the fireformed fit of brass to your chamber. Best suited to bolt-action rifles; semi-auto, lever, and pump-action platforms typically require full-length resizing to ensure reliable feeding and extraction.
• Eliminates Excessive Headspace: By leaving the case body fireformed to the chamber, neck sizing prevents the excess headspace that can develop from repeatedly full-length sizing, reducing the risk of case head separation and improving consistency.
• Integrated Elliptical Expander: Hornady's elliptical expander ball is machined into the die and draws through the neck at an angle, significantly reducing friction and minimising neck stretch compared to a conventional straight expander. The outcome is more consistent neck tension and longer case life.
• Precision Machined Internal Profile: The interior of the die is precision machined and polished to a smooth finish, ensuring cases size smoothly without sticking or requiring excessive force, which is important for consistent, repeatable results across a full reloading session.
• Zip Spindle Design: The Zip Spindle locks positively under load and won't slip during operation, maintaining consistent seating depth and die adjustment throughout use.
• Sure-Loc Lock Rings: Hornady's Sure-Loc lock rings clamp around the full circumference of the die body rather than tightening against a single point, distributing pressure evenly across the threads to hold the ring firmly in place without risk of the adjustment shifting between uses.
• Tool-Free Disassembly: The locking retainer spring removes in seconds without tools, allowing quick disassembly of the die for cleaning or inspection.
• Standard 7/8"-14 (22.2mm) Thread: Compatible with all standard reloading presses using the universal 7/8"-14 thread specification.
• Calibre: 6.5mm (.264), covering popular hunting and target cartridges including 6.5 Creedmoor, 6.5x55 Swedish, .260 Remington, and 6.5 PRC among others.
• Shellholder: Not included; sold separately to suit your specific cartridge.

Hornady's neck sizing die is a straightforward upgrade for any handloader serious about maximising the precision and longevity of their 6.5mm brass. Whether you're developing a hunting load or chasing tighter groups on the range, the attention to detail in Hornady's die engineering makes a genuine difference at the bench.