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Billet Loading Blocks - Billet Loading Block 0.390'''' Clear Anodized
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SKU: 100029603
Overview
This anodized loading block is built for organized bench work when handling .308, Magnum, or Lapua bolt-faced rounds. It provides 50 round positions and uses tight-fitting, 0.500-inch-deep holes to help keep cases upright during loading or staging. Rubber pads on the bottom help reduce sliding on the bench, while the machined 6061-T6 aluminum construction is intended for hard use. The small center divot in each hole is a practical touch for catching powder kernels and helping keep the work area cleaner.
Why Hunters Choose the Area 419
Holds 50
Rounds for .308, Magnum, or
Rubber Pads
On the bottom help keep
Machined In-house
From 6061-T6 aluminum
Anodized Finish
Is designed to better withstand
Tight-fitting Holes
Help keep cases upright and
Key Features
- Anodized billet loading block from Area 419.
- Holds 50 .308, Magnum, or Lapua bolt-faced rounds.
- Rubber pads on the bottom help keep the block from sliding.
- Machined in-house from 6061-T6 aluminum.
- 0.500-inch-deep holes fit tightly around cases to help prevent tipping.
- Hole bottoms include a small divot to catch powder kernels.
Best Used For
- Reloaders organizing 308, Magnum, or Lapua bolt-faced rounds at the bench
- Shooters wanting a 50-round block with a tight case fit to reduce tipping
- Bench reloaders who value rubber pads that help keep the block from sliding
- Users handling powder charging steps and wanting hole bottoms that catch stray kernels
Specifications
| Blade Finish | Clear anodized |
|---|---|
| Bottom Features | Rubber pads on the bottom; small divot in the center of hole bottoms |
| Compatible Cartridge Types | 308, Magnum, or Lapua bolt faced rounds |
| Dimensions | 9.5 x 4 x 5/8 |
| Hole Depth | 0.500 |
| Hole Diameter | 0.390 |
| Loading Block Capacity | 50 places |
| Machined In House | true |
| Material | 6061-T6 Aluminum |
Pros
- Holds 50 rounds for .308, Magnum, or Lapua bolt-faced cartridges.
- Rubber pads on the bottom help keep the block from sliding.
- Machined in-house from 6061-T6 aluminum.
- Anodized finish is designed to better withstand heavy use.
- Tight-fitting holes help keep cases upright and stable.
- Hole bottoms include a small divot to catch powder kernels.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for 50 rounds, so it’s a bench tool rather than a compact carry item.
- The tight case fit helps keep rounds upright, but it may feel less forgiving when loading or unloading quickly.
- It’s sized for .308, Magnum, or Lapua bolt-faced rounds, so it’s not a universal block for every cartridge type.
- The anodized finish is intended for hard use, but the product still needs normal care to stay looking clean and organized.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading accessories
- Cartridge case holders
- Bench loading tools
- Ammunition organization trays
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading tray
- Case cleaning supplies
- Powder funnel
- Bench mat
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cartridges does this loading block hold?
It is described as a 50-place loading block for .308, Magnum, or Lapua bolt-faced rounds.
What case types is it intended for?
The product description says it is for .308, Magnum, or Lapua bolt-faced rounds.
What material is the block made from?
It is machined in-house from 6061-T6 aluminum.
Does it have any features to help keep it stable on the bench?
Yes. The description says it includes rubber pads on the bottom to help keep it from sliding around.
Are there any design details meant to help with safety or case stability?
The holes are described as a tight fit around the case to help prevent tipping over, and the hole bottoms have a small divot in the center to catch powder kernels and help prevent possible accidents with primers.