The Redding 0.226″ Heat-Treated Steel Neck Sizing Bushing (model 73226) is a precision reloading component designed for shooters who demand consistency and control. This bushing freely interchanges in all Redding Bushing-Style Sizing Dies for multiple reloading setups. The bushing measures 1/2″ O.D. x 3/8″ long and is engineered to deliver repeatable results shot after shot.
By selecting the correct bushing size, you provide just the right amount of neck tension to properly hold the bullet without excessive resizing—determined by measuring the outside neck diameter of a loaded cartridge with a precision micrometer, then subtracting 0.001″ to 0.002″ to allow for brass spring back and bullet tension. This steel bushing is heat treated with a surface hardness of Rc 60-62 to reduce sizing effort, making the reloading process more efficient while maintaining precision. Made in the USA, this component represents Redding’s commitment to quality and American manufacturing.
