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The .454 Casull is one of the hardest-working revolver cartridges on the planet, running chamber pressures right up in rifle territory. That means your brass has to be more than just a container, and Hornady builds these 8785 cases with that in mind. Each case is manufactured to tight tolerances for consistent wall thickness, uniform case weight, and dependable internal capacity, which translates directly into steadier pressures and more repeatable accuracy downrange.
Hornady produces their cases in smaller lots and inspects them closely before they ship, so what you pour out of the bag is remarkably consistent piece to piece. Tight wall concentricity helps the bullet seat straight in both the case and the chamber, and they run their brass through a pressure calibration test to confirm uniform case expansion when you touch one off. For a cartridge that leans on every bit of brass strength it can get, that kind of care matters.
Worth knowing up front: factory .454 Casull brass uses small rifle primers, not pistol primers, because the case head is built to contain the serious pressures this round generates. Keep that in mind when you set up your press and grab components. The Casull is based on a lengthened .45 Colt case, so standard .454 Casull dies and a firm roll crimp will serve you well with heavy jacketed bullets like the Hornady XTP MAG. Reloaders who chase full-power loads tend to favor small rifle magnum primers for reliable ignition with slow powders.
This is the brass behind hunting loads for medium and large game, metallic silhouette work, and backcountry bear defense. If you run a Freedom Arms, Ruger Super Redhawk, or any revolver chambered for the Casull, starting with quality brass gives you a foundation you can load again and again. Look for the Hornady headstamp on every case.
Factory .454 Casull brass, including these Hornady cases, is built to take small rifle primers rather than pistol primers. The deeper, stronger case head helps contain the high chamber pressures the cartridge generates. Many reloaders chasing full-power loads step up to small rifle magnum primers for reliable ignition with slow-burning powders.
This is new, unprimed brass only. It is not loaded ammunition and contains no primers, powder, or bullets. You will need to prime, charge, and seat your own components before it is ready to fire.
The .454 Casull is based on a lengthened .45 Colt case, so .454 Casull dies will handle it properly. A firm roll crimp is recommended, especially with heavy jacketed bullets, to keep everything locked in place under recoil. Loading and crimping in separate steps gives the most consistent results.
Reload life depends heavily on how hot you run your loads, since the Casull operates at rifle-level pressures. Hornady's attention to wall thickness and case quality helps brass hold up over multiple firings when loads are kept within published data. Inspect each case for signs of stretch or loose primer pockets between loadings.
| UPC | 090255487855 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8785 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .454 Casull |
| Length | 4.7000 |
| Product Type | HANDGUN |
| Quantity | 100 Per Box |
| Shipping Weight | 1.85 |
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