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Anyone chasing tighter groups knows that measuring to the bullet tip is a losing game. Tips vary, and that variation shows up on target. The Hornady Lock-N-Load Bullet Comparator Body fixes that by letting you measure to the ogive instead, which is the consistent contact point that really matters for how a bullet sits in the chamber. It clamps onto the blade of just about any caliper you already own, so there's no special gear or learning curve to get going.
Keep in mind this is the body only. The interchangeable inserts that match your specific bullet diameter are sold separately, with options running from .17 caliber all the way up to .45 caliber. That modular setup is part of what makes this little tool so handy. You buy the one body, then grab inserts for whatever you're loading, and you're covered across every rifle on the bench.
Machined from aluminum and brass, the body holds your insert securely while you take readings. The slot is cut off-center on purpose. When you pair it with the Hornady Lock-N-Load Overall Length Gauge (sold separately), you install the body so the screw runs through the thicker leg, which lines everything up correctly for accurate seating depth readings. That combination is how a lot of precision reloaders dial in bullet jump and duplicate a load when switching to a different projectile.
Plenty of folks pick up more than one of these. A common move is keeping a dedicated body and insert bundled with each rifle's load setup, so you're not hunting for parts or swapping inserts every session. Some even toss a spare in the range bag to confirm setback or check loads on the spot. For the price of entry, it's one of those small tools that quietly earns its keep every time you sit down to load. If you're serious about repeatable ammo, measuring to the ogive is the move, and this is the simple, proven way to do it.
No, this is the comparator body only. The caliber-specific inserts are sold separately and range from .17 caliber up to .45 caliber. You'll want to grab the insert that matches the bullet diameter you're loading to actually take measurements.
Yes. The body is designed to attach to the blade of any standard caliper, so you can use the calipers you already have on the bench. There's no proprietary caliper required.
Bullet tips vary slightly from one to the next, which throws off your overall length readings and your seating depth consistency. Measuring to the ogive references the part of the bullet that actually contacts the rifling, giving you repeatable numbers. That consistency is what helps tighten groups and duplicate a load when changing bullets.
Absolutely, and that's a popular pairing. The off-center slot is designed so that when you mount the body with the screw through the thicker leg, it aligns properly with the Hornady Lock-N-Load Overall Length Gauge (sold separately). Together they let you determine exact bullet seating depth and set your bullet jump with precision.
| UPC | 090255704082 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | B2000 |
| Caliber/Gauge | Universal |
| Shipping Weight | 0.0625 |
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