The Hornady ½Oz Shot Bushing (MPN: 190115) is a precision-machined volumetric reloading component designed to meter and drop lead shot into shotshell hulls. Engineered for consistency across high-volume reloading sessions, this mechanical charge bushing dispenses a volumetric 1/2-ounce load (approximately 218.75 grains or 14.17 grams) without pellet shearing or jamming. Calibrated specifically around standard #6 lead shot density within Hornady's Field Load series, it provides a smooth, repeatable drop cycle for sub-gauge shotshell assembly and custom light-recoil configurations.

Key Features

• Volumetric Consistency: Delivers a 1/2 oz shot payload per drop, compensating for pellet packing to maintain uniform load weights across cycles.
• Field Load Calibration: Formulated around the packing density of #6 lead shot to prevent binding during volumetric metering.
• Broad Machine Fitment: Engineered to integrate directly into all Hornady shotshell reloaders, including the progressive Hornady 366 Auto as well as legacy Pacific and Hornady single-stage presses (DL-105, DL-155, DL-266, and DL-366 series).
• Mechanical Operation: Fully non-powered, precision-machined metal alloy insert that functions without electrical input or mechanical adjustments.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 190115
• Category: Shotshell reloading shot bushing
• Volumetric Capacity: 1/2 oz (approx. 218.75 grains / ~14.17 g)
• Calibrated Shot Size: Lead #6 shot packing density
• Compatible Shot Type: Lead shot only
• Material: Machined metal / aluminium alloy
• Press Compatibility: All Hornady and Pacific shotshell reloaders (e.g., 366 Auto, DL-105, DL-155, DL-266, DL-366)

Who is the Hornady ½Oz Shot Bushing for?

• Sub-gauge shotgun reloaders — needs a precise 1/2 oz volumetric charge capacity to reliably assemble standard .410 bore shotshell ammunition using Hornady shotshell reloaders.
• Custom low-recoil handloaders — requires a dedicated 1/2 oz shot bushing to throw uniform, ultra-light training and squib charges across compatible Hornady and legacy Pacific press models.

Less suitable for: Waterfowl hunters and non-toxic shot handloaders; this standard lead-only bushing binds and damages equipment when run with harder materials, requiring a dedicated steel shot bushing and compatible drop-tube assembly instead.