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HORNADY 044606 SURE-LOC LOCK RING (6 PK)
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SKU: 044606-090255044607
Overview
For reloaders who want a more secure way to keep die settings consistent, this locking ring is designed for 7/8"-14 threaded dies and helps maintain setup when moving between calibers. Its split-ring design keeps the tightening screw from contacting the threads, reducing the chance of damage during adjustment. Constant pressure across the threads helps hold the ring in place, while wrench flats make removal straightforward without marring the ring. Sold as a 6-pack, it’s a practical bench accessory for organized, repeatable die setup.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Fits Any
7/8"-14 threaded die for broad
Split Ring
Design keeps the tightening screw
Applies Constant
Pressure to help maintain die
Wrench Flats
Allow easier removal without damaging
Six-pack Format
Supports multiple dies or spare
Key Features
- Fits 7/8"-14 threaded dies
- Split ring design keeps the tightened screw off die threads
- Applies constant pressure to hold the ring in place
- Helps keep die settings consistent when switching calibers
- Wrench flats allow easier removal without damage
- Sold as a 6-pack
Best Used For
- Reloaders using 7/8"-14 threaded dies who want consistent die settings between caliber changes
- Handloaders looking for a lock ring design that avoids screw contact with die threads
- Bench setup users who value easy ring removal with wrench flats and minimal damage risk
- Shooters organizing multiple dies and wanting repeatable positioning during routine reloading tasks
Specifications
| Country Of Origin | United States Of America |
|---|---|
| Design | Split ring |
| Quantity | 6 pk |
| Thread Size | 7/8"-14 |
| Warning | This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
| Wrench Flats | Yes |
Pros
- Fits any 7/8"-14 threaded die for broad reloading compatibility.
- Split ring design keeps the tightening screw off the die threads.
- Applies constant pressure to help maintain die settings between caliber changes.
- Wrench flats allow easier removal without damaging the lock ring.
- Six-pack format supports multiple dies or spare setup needs.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for 7/8"-14 threaded dies, so it is not a universal fit for other die thread sizes.
- The split-ring design is intended to protect die threads, but it adds a separate locking component that must be installed and adjusted correctly.
- It is a six-pack of lock rings, which is useful for multiple dies but may be more than needed for a single setup.
- The product includes a California Proposition 65 lead warning, which may be relevant for buyers concerned about material exposure.
Suggested Comparisons
- Reloading dies
- Die lock rings
- Reloading press accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading dies
- Die wrench
- Reloading press accessories
- Reloading tool storage
Frequently Asked Questions
What dies will the Hornady Sure-Loc Lock Ring fit?
It is described as a fit for any 7/8"-14 threaded die.
What does the split ring design do?
The split ring design keeps the tightened screw from touching the threads, which is intended to prevent damage to the die.
Will this lock ring help keep my die settings consistent when changing calibers?
According to the product description, the ring applies constant pressure across the threads to help keep die settings the same when switching between calibers.
How many lock rings are included?
This product is sold as a 6-pack.
Can the lock ring be removed without damaging it?
Yes. The description says it features wrench flats that allow easy removal of the lock ring without damage.