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HORNADY 190163 POWDER BUSHING 456
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SKU: 190163-090255191639
Overview
This interchangeable charge bushing is intended for use in a reloading setup where keeping shot and powder bushings correctly oriented matters. It is machined from solid bar stock and reamed, with a design that helps prevent shot and powder bushings from being accidentally reversed in the charge bar. Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable, and the product notes emphasize verifying powder charge weight with an accurate scale since chart listings can vary significantly. For a practical setup, Hornady recommends selecting the needed bushing and considering the next higher and lower sizes as well.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Interchangeable Charge
Bushing design helps prevent shot
Machined From
Solid bar stock and reamed
Hornady Rcbs
Bushings are interchangeable for broader
Supports Careful
Guidance to verify charge weight
Recommended Sizing
Approach includes the needed bushing
Key Features
- Interchangeable charge bushing for Hornady powder systems.
- Designed to help prevent shot and powder bushings from being reversed in the charge bar.
- Machined from solid bar stock.
- Reamed for the specified bushing fit.
- Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable.
- Always verify powder charge weight with an accurate scale.
Best Used For
- Reloaders using Hornady or RCBS-compatible charge bars who need interchangeable powder bushings.
- Shooters verifying powder charges with an accurate scale before loading ammunition.
- Users selecting multiple bushing sizes to fine-tune charge weight adjustments.
- Reloaders wanting to prevent accidental reversal of shot and powder bushings in the charge bar.
Specifications
| Bushing Size | 456 |
|---|---|
| Interchangeable | Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable |
| Machined | Yes |
| Material | Solid bar stock |
| Model Number | 190163 |
| Notes | Always verify the powder charge weight with an accurate scale. Weights may vary significantly from the chart listings. For best results, choose the bushing needed and then purchase it and the next number higher and lower bushing. |
| Reamed | Yes |
| Shot And Powder Bushings Reversal Prevention | Designed so shot and powder bushings cannot be accidentally reversed in the charge bar |
| Type | Powder Bushing |
Pros
- Interchangeable charge bushing design helps prevent shot and powder mix-ups in the charge bar.
- Machined from solid bar stock and reamed for a precise, finished fit.
- Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable for broader compatibility.
- Supports careful powder selection with guidance to verify charge weight using an accurate scale.
- Recommended sizing approach includes the needed bushing plus the next higher and lower options.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Powder charge weight should always be verified with an accurate scale; chart listings may vary significantly.
- Selecting the correct bushing may require buying the target size plus the next higher and lower sizes for best fit.
- This is a single interchangeable bushing, so it is a specialized accessory rather than a complete charging setup.
- Compatibility is noted with Hornady and RCBS bushings, so it is intended for users working within those systems.
Suggested Comparisons
- Shotshell reloading bushings
- Powder measuring accessories
- Shotshell reloading components
- Reloading scale and verification tools
Suggested Accessories
- Reloading scale
- Powder measure accessories
- Shot shell reloading components
- Reloading bushings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hornady 190163 Powder Bushing 456 used for?
It is an interchangeable charge bushing designed for use in a charge bar, helping keep shot and powder bushings from being accidentally reversed.
Are Hornady and RCBS bushings interchangeable?
Yes. The product information states that Hornady and RCBS bushings are interchangeable.
Should I rely on the chart listing for exact powder charge weight?
No. The product notes say to always verify the powder charge weight with an accurate scale because weights may vary significantly from the chart listings.
What does Hornady recommend when selecting a bushing?
Hornady recommends choosing the needed bushing and also purchasing the next number higher and lower bushing for best results.
What material or construction details are provided for this bushing?
The product description states that it is machined from solid bar stock and reamed.