Can I use the Hornady 35 Cal. Neck Sizing Die with brass fired from a semi-automatic or lever-action rifle?

No, this neck sizing die is intended strictly for brass fired in and returned to the same bolt-action rifle. Cases for semi-automatic, lever-action, and pump-action rifles require full-length sizing dies to ensure reliable chambering and feeding.

What press threading standard does the Hornady 046046 use, and can I use it with quick-change bushings?

This die features standard 7/8"-14 reloading press threading, making it directly compatible with single-stage presses like the Lee Precision Reloader. For faster setup changes on compatible presses, you can pair it with the Hornady Lock-N-Load Quick Change Die Bushing 2 Pack.

What specific calibres are compatible with this .358" neck sizing die?

The Hornady 046046 is restricted strictly to .358" nominal projectile bottleneck rifle cases. It fits popular medium-to-big-bore cartridges including .356 Winchester, .358 Winchester, .35 Whelen, and .358 Norma Magnum.

How do the Zip Spindle and elliptical expander features improve my reloading precision?

The Zip Spindle system uses fine spindle threading for micro-incremental depth adjustments without slippage. Combined with the polished elliptical expander, it smoothly expands case necks without excessive friction to maximize concentricity and extend brass case life.

35 Cal Neck Sizing Die - Hornady 046046

The Hornady 35 Cal. Neck Sizing Die (MPN: 046046) is a dedicated reloading die designed to resize only the case neck of spent bottleneck brass rather than the entire case body. Built with standard 7/8"-14 press threading, this manual mechanical die allows handloaders to preserve the fire-formed dimensions of cartridge cases fired in a specific bolt-action rifle. By leaving the case body and shoulder untouched, it reduces brass work-hardening, extends overall case life, and improves cartridge-to-chamber concentricity.

Key Features

Elliptical Expander: Features a polished elliptical expander design that extracts smoothly through the neck, reducing friction, case stretch, and neck runout compared to standard ball expanders.
Zip Spindle™ System: Utilizes incremental thread grooves cut into both the shaft and collet, enabling precise vertical micro-adjustments or rapid sliding depth adjustments without slippage.
Sure-Loc™ Lock Ring: Uses an external split-clamp locking mechanism that tightens firmly onto the 7/8"-14 die threads without scarring the metal.
Neck-Only Resizing: Maintains the exact fire-formed body diameter and shoulder angle of the host chamber, maximizing alignment and internal capacity for bolt-action platforms.

Specifications

Product Type: Custom Grade New Dimension Neck Sizing Die
Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 046046
Thread Standard: 7/8"-14 reloading press threads
Calibre Compatibility: Bottleneck rifle cartridges using .358" (35-calibre) projectiles (e.g., .356 Winchester, .358 Winchester, .35 Whelen, and .358 Norma Magnum)
Operating Mechanism: Manual reloading press operation (non-powered, no electrical requirements)
Packaged Weight: Approximately 0.5–1.1 kg

Who is the Hornady 35 Cal. Neck Sizing Die for?

Precision Bolt-Action Handloaders — Sizes bottleneck brass specifically matched to .358" projectiles on a standard 7/8"-14 press, maintaining exact fire-formed chamber dimensions across .358 Winchester, .35 Whelen, or .358 Norma Magnum rifles to maximize concentricity and brass longevity.
Medium- and Big-Bore Game Hunters — Preserves tailored, fire-formed case dimensions for bolt-action rifles firing .358" nominal diameter hunting loads for sambar deer or pigs, eliminating unnecessary full-body working and stretching of valuable brass.

Less suitable for: Handloaders sizing ammunition for semi-automatic, pump-action, or lever-action rifles, where neck-sized brass causes feeding or chambering failures; handloaders encountering stiff bolt closure from shoulder expansion after repeated firings; and cartridges utilizing projectiles outside the nominal .358" diameter. These applications require a full-length sizing die or dedicated body bump die to ensure reliable chambering.

SKU	HN42542LP
Model #	046046
Brand	Hornady
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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