For handloaders who shoot bolt-action or single-shot rifles and want to extend case life while squeezing every bit of accuracy out of their handloads, the Hornady Neck Sizing Die - .22 Cal (.224) is a precision-engineered solution that works only the case neck rather than the entire case body. By leaving the case body fire-formed to your chamber, neck sizing reduces brass fatigue significantly, giving you more reloading cycles per case compared to full-length sizing. The die is compatible with a broad range of popular .224 diameter cartridges including .221 Rem Fireball, .222 Rem, .223 Rem, .222 Rem Mag, 5.6x50 Mag, .219 Zipper, .224 Wby Mag, .225 Win, and .22-250 Rem, making it a versatile addition to any reloading bench. It is important to note that neck-sized cases should only be fired in the bolt-action or single-shot rifle they were formed in, as the case body is not resized to SAAMI minimum dimensions and may not chamber reliably in a different firearm.

Hornady Neck Sizing Die - .22 Cal (.224) Key Features

• Neck Sizing Only: Resizes only the case neck rather than the full case body, reducing brass work-hardening, extending case life, and improving dimensional consistency from reload to reload. Suitable for bolt-action and single-shot rifles only.
• Integrated Elliptical Expander: The elliptical expander ball geometry reduces friction and case neck stretch compared to a conventional round ball expander, resulting in more consistent neck tension and less stress on the brass during sizing.
• Precision Machined Internal Profile: The interior of the die is precision machined and polished to a smooth finish, minimising friction and virtually eliminating case sticking during the sizing stroke.
• Zip Spindle Design: The Zip Spindle system positively locks the spindle in place under load, preventing slippage or movement during the press stroke for consistent, repeatable bullet seating depth.
• Sure-Loc Lock Rings: Hornady's Sure-Loc lock rings clamp around the full circumference of the die body, applying even pressure across all threads to hold the ring firmly at your set position without requiring a jam nut.
• Hardened Steel Decapping Pin: The decapping pin is manufactured from hardened steel, making it resistant to bending or breaking even when depriming cases with crimped primer pockets, common in once-fired military brass.
• Quick-Release Locking Retainer Spring: The retainer spring removes in seconds without tools, making die disassembly and cleaning straightforward during routine bench maintenance.
• Standard 7/8"-14 (22.2mm) Thread: Fits all standard single-stage, turret, and progressive reloading presses using the universal 7/8"-14 die thread specification.
• Calibre Compatibility: Sized for .224 diameter projectiles, compatible with .221 Rem Fireball, .222 Rem, .223 Rem, .222 Rem Mag, 5.6x50 Mag, .219 Zipper, .224 Wby Mag, .225 Win, and .22-250 Rem. Shellholder sold separately.

The Hornady Neck Sizing Die in .22 Cal (.224) is a well-considered tool for the precision-minded handloader who shoots a dedicated bolt-action or single-shot rifle and wants to maximise both case longevity and accuracy potential from their loads. Shellholder not included.